Transmissions...
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Racer
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Edmonton Alberta
Transmissions...
Having an issue with 4th gear grinding when trying to engage it , sometimes it even sticks in 4th and can't be shifted out of until I reduce speed. I have been told it might be the synchros have gone out of alignment . Whatever it is , the transmission apparently needs to be redropped down ( since the newly installed clutch ) . I am wondering since it's going to be down again anyways if I should look into some trans upgrades . Hardened output shaft , 3/4 hardened syncro key , steel shift fork assembly and an overhaul kit have been suggested .
Trying to get some feedback on how to proceed ... looking at a $ 4500 - 5000 bill . (includes labour for R&R + rebuild )
Dan
Trying to get some feedback on how to proceed ... looking at a $ 4500 - 5000 bill . (includes labour for R&R + rebuild )
Dan
Pro
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From: Las Colinas, Texas
I have heard of the same symptoms you are having presently caused by the clutch, probably not totally releasing. Just somewhere else to check on when you teardown. BTW, I just rebuilt my tranny, MN-6 with factory 1 thru 4 ratios, however, 5th and 6th lowered to :70 overdriven 5th and :80 overdriven 6th. As an example, with the factory 6th ratio I was going 93MPH at 2,000 rpm wheras now in 6th at 2,000rpm I am going 67MPH. In 6th, at redline, no tire slippage, I theoretically will be doing 196mph. This puts all the six ratios in a realistic range for a street driven car, a car not taken on long highway trips where mileage could be important.
Just another option for you to look at. Good Luck
Just another option for you to look at. Good Luck
Safety Car
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From: Houston Texas
trans
Originally Posted by Z06VET
Having an issue with 4th gear grinding when trying to engage it , sometimes it even sticks in 4th and can't be shifted out of until I reduce speed. I have been told it might be the synchros have gone out of alignment . Whatever it is , the transmission apparently needs to be redropped down ( since the newly installed clutch ) . I am wondering since it's going to be down again anyways if I should look into some trans upgrades . Hardened output shaft , 3/4 hardened syncro key , steel shift fork assembly and an overhaul kit have been suggested .
Trying to get some feedback on how to proceed ... looking at a $ 4500 - 5000 bill . (includes labour for R&R + rebuild )
Dan
Trying to get some feedback on how to proceed ... looking at a $ 4500 - 5000 bill . (includes labour for R&R + rebuild )
Dan
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Racer
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From: Edmonton Alberta
Trying to get this done locally guys . Coming over the border for this just isn't in the cards . 
But will give him a call at least.
Dan
But will give him a call at least.
Dan
Last edited by Z06VET; Aug 10, 2005 at 02:54 PM.
Safety Car
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From: Houston Texas
trannie
Originally Posted by Z06VET
Trying to get this done locally guys . Coming over the border for this just isn't in the cards .
But will give him a call at least.
Dan
But will give him a call at least.
Dan
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Racer
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Edmonton Alberta
Talk about timing , couldn't get into any gear besides 3rd as I was 1 block away from the shop on my way to check on my lost boost pressure issue. If it was going to pack it in , at least it saved me from some larger hassles. 
Mark from Campbell Automotive talked to Rodney and he will build a tranny for me and send it up .
Saving me a few bucks in the process compared to our local guy. Who I think was trying to stick something in my a$$ . 
After just getting the car back , it's 2-3 weeks more in the shop and out comes my wallet again as well.
Damn , need some more play and less pay.
Dan
ps Thanks for the tip on Rodney and other options .
Mark from Campbell Automotive talked to Rodney and he will build a tranny for me and send it up .
Saving me a few bucks in the process compared to our local guy. Who I think was trying to stick something in my a$$ . After just getting the car back , it's 2-3 weeks more in the shop and out comes my wallet again as well.
Damn , need some more play and less pay.
Dan
ps Thanks for the tip on Rodney and other options .
Pro
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From: Kentucky
Another one hear for Rodney. I cannot say enough on how much he helped me out on mine. I watched him rebuild mine in less then 2 hrs. And he could have been done quicker if I not keep talking to him I watched him do his work, and he will see more from me in the future I promise you that.
Damon
I watched him do his work, and he will see more from me in the future I promise you that.Damon
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From: Detroit
Originally Posted by Z06VET
After just getting the car back , it's 2-3 weeks more in the shop and out comes my wallet again as well.
Good Luck,
Mark