$55 may seem like an expensive deal, but when factoring in the ONLY other solution (a new motor assembly and installation) you were ORIGINALLY looking at about the same price as having your clutch replaced!

There was NO alternative.. either pay up ordeal with it..
Now, you can buy the gear as a standalone part, replace it in about 20 minutes and be done... IF it ever were to strip, replacements are FREE for the LIFE of your car. period.
a GREAT deal, no matter how you look at it.