Transmission problems
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Heel & Toe
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From: Sunnyvale CA
Transmission problems
Hi all,
This may have been covered in the past but so sorry if it's a repeat question.
Have a problem with my 05, C6 manual transmission. I'm getting "locked out" When shifting down from 3rd to 2nd, when i do get into second it pops out and grinds, (feels like the 1-4 lockout when changing up) Took it to the dealer, said the 2nd gear synchro, block ring etc, (mentioned a lot of other stuff that means nothing to me) needs to be replaced cost of around $4k,
Does this sound about right?
I've only had the car since Dec, have a feeling the previous owner didn't know how to drive a stick as it also needs new clutch and flywheel already.
Does anyone have any good vette mechanics in the Sunnyvale/Mountain view CA area other than dealerships i could get it checked out by?
Thanks in advance.
Kev
This may have been covered in the past but so sorry if it's a repeat question.
Have a problem with my 05, C6 manual transmission. I'm getting "locked out" When shifting down from 3rd to 2nd, when i do get into second it pops out and grinds, (feels like the 1-4 lockout when changing up) Took it to the dealer, said the 2nd gear synchro, block ring etc, (mentioned a lot of other stuff that means nothing to me) needs to be replaced cost of around $4k,
Does this sound about right?
I've only had the car since Dec, have a feeling the previous owner didn't know how to drive a stick as it also needs new clutch and flywheel already.
Does anyone have any good vette mechanics in the Sunnyvale/Mountain view CA area other than dealerships i could get it checked out by?
Thanks in advance.
Kev
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From: Chico CA
Got a recommendation for Corvette Express in Vacaville. Bit of a drive, but if you can make it, they might be worthwhile. Guy named James recommended them highly - he's got a C4 and a C6 he takes to them.
So far I haven't needed anything I couldn't handle, but might give them a try. Motorsport Image in Roseville is good, too. I've been in there a couple of times, and they do good work. But that's really too long a haul.
You'll probably get a referral in the South Bay, but those are two I know of.
So far I haven't needed anything I couldn't handle, but might give them a try. Motorsport Image in Roseville is good, too. I've been in there a couple of times, and they do good work. But that's really too long a haul.
You'll probably get a referral in the South Bay, but those are two I know of.
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Have you tried adjusting the shifter? This can be done by just removing the shift boot cover. Only takes a few minutes, and it might help your problem - certainly can't make it any worse.
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Hi all,
This may have been covered in the past but so sorry if it's a repeat question.
Have a problem with my 05, C6 manual transmission. I'm getting "locked out" When shifting down from 3rd to 2nd, when i do get into second it pops out and grinds, (feels like the 1-4 lockout when changing up) Took it to the dealer, said the 2nd gear synchro, block ring etc, (mentioned a lot of other stuff that means nothing to me) needs to be replaced cost of around $4k,
Does this sound about right?
I've only had the car since Dec, have a feeling the previous owner didn't know how to drive a stick as it also needs new clutch and flywheel already.
Does anyone have any good vette mechanics in the Sunnyvale/Mountain view CA area other than dealerships i could get it checked out by?
Thanks in advance.
Kev
This may have been covered in the past but so sorry if it's a repeat question.
Have a problem with my 05, C6 manual transmission. I'm getting "locked out" When shifting down from 3rd to 2nd, when i do get into second it pops out and grinds, (feels like the 1-4 lockout when changing up) Took it to the dealer, said the 2nd gear synchro, block ring etc, (mentioned a lot of other stuff that means nothing to me) needs to be replaced cost of around $4k,
Does this sound about right?
I've only had the car since Dec, have a feeling the previous owner didn't know how to drive a stick as it also needs new clutch and flywheel already.
Does anyone have any good vette mechanics in the Sunnyvale/Mountain view CA area other than dealerships i could get it checked out by?
Thanks in advance.
Kev
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