Shifting in the cold
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Instructor
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From: White Plains NY
Shifting in the cold
Posted this in general dis... so trying again here.
Wondering if anyone has had a similar experience. When I drive off in the morning, it seems that shifting the car is a little rough (6-speed). It's like the shifter doesn't want to go from 1-2, 2-3, or 3-4... It's hard to explain, there is more of a resistance going into gear, I guess it feels like the sychros aren't doing there job. But after a few miles.... she shifts smooth. Oh, and it's definitely more noticable the colder the weather is.
Any thoughts?
Wondering if anyone has had a similar experience. When I drive off in the morning, it seems that shifting the car is a little rough (6-speed). It's like the shifter doesn't want to go from 1-2, 2-3, or 3-4... It's hard to explain, there is more of a resistance going into gear, I guess it feels like the sychros aren't doing there job. But after a few miles.... she shifts smooth. Oh, and it's definitely more noticable the colder the weather is.
Any thoughts?
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From: near Hickory/Mooresville/Charlotte NC
Re: Shifting in the cold (dahoof)
I had the same issue. I swapped my Tranny fluid to Redline Synthetic and have not had an issue since. Try That! It is a common thing though! :flag
[Modified by Silver Vert, 10:30 AM 1/23/2003]
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From: White Plains NY
Re: Shifting in the cold (Silver Vert)
7000 miles here. and didn't notice it when i got the car, but it was much warmer then.
Dahoof, any tips on changing the fluid? or is it pretty straight forward. Also, is there a specific Redline product you used?
thanks!
Dahoof, any tips on changing the fluid? or is it pretty straight forward. Also, is there a specific Redline product you used?
thanks!
Team Owner
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From: Overwhelmed as one would be, placed in my position.... DFW, TX
St. Jude Donor '05
Re: Shifting in the cold (rev4679)
Cold fluid? I imagine it gets alittle more viscous the cold it is... Once it gets warm, however, it should be pretty easy...
Burning Brakes
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From: Jonestown, TEXAS
Re: Shifting in the cold (rev4679)
The fluid change is super easy. Drain the old using the plug. And put the new stuff in using a fluid pump. Call Chris at speed demon Motorsports. He hooked me up with a great price and fast shipping.
:cheers:
:cheers:
Le Mans Master
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From: Richmond Ca
Re: Shifting in the cold (rev4679)
7000 miles here. and didn't notice it when i got the car, but it was much warmer then.
Dahoof, any tips on changing the fluid? or is it pretty straight forward. Also, is there a specific Redline product you used?
thanks!
Dahoof, any tips on changing the fluid? or is it pretty straight forward. Also, is there a specific Redline product you used?
thanks!
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Melting Slicks
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Re: Shifting in the cold (rev4679)
Before you drive off, shift through the gears a few times. That can help warm it up and make it a little easier until you get the fluid changed.
Le Mans Master
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From: Hot Springs AR
Re: Shifting in the cold (rev4679)
It's definitely related to the ATF's viscosity when cold. As far as draining it is concerned, it usually comes out as a gusher when I pull the plug, and that's with the fill plug installed. Last thing I want is to have it come out faster!
Hope this helps,
Mike
Hope this helps,
Mike
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Re: Shifting in the cold (VetteDrmr)
I just went through a little research on the subject of changing out the tranny fluid myself, although not for the same reason, but as your C-5 is under warranty, consider that before you make the change- :D http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=474454
[Modified by Roncor, 8:34 AM 1/24/2003]
[Modified by Roncor, 8:34 AM 1/24/2003]
Le Mans Master
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From: Richmond Ca
Re: Shifting in the cold (VetteDrmr)
It's definitely related to the ATF's viscosity when cold. As far as draining it is concerned, it usually comes out as a gusher when I pull the plug, and that's with the fill plug installed. Last thing I want is to have it come out faster!
Hope this helps,
Mike
Hope this helps,
Mike
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From: White Plains NY
Re: Shifting in the cold (wwashing)
It's definitely related to the ATF's viscosity when cold. As far as draining it is concerned, it usually comes out as a gusher when I pull the plug, and that's with the fill plug installed. Last thing I want is to have it come out faster!
Hope this helps,
Mike
No the last thing you want is to have trouble removing the fill plug after you've drained the tranny! :cheers:
Hope this helps,
Mike
No the last thing you want is to have trouble removing the fill plug after you've drained the tranny! :cheers:
Le Mans Master
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From: Hot Springs AR
Re: Shifting in the cold (wwashing)
No the last thing you want is to have trouble removing the fill plug after you've drained the tranny! :cheers:
Have a good one,
Mike
