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Old 06-18-2010, 09:54 AM
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NJ Bad synchronizers? Or bad Tranny?

I took my 8 to a rotary mechanic because I have trouble with my 2nd and 3rd gears synchronizers. He said I need a whole new transmission(about $1,000). I took it to another one about an hour away he said no, he can replace the synchronizers and it will be cheaper. Who do I believe? Any thoughts? thx

P.S. I installed a couple of years ago a lightweight flywheel and a stage 1 act clutch. If that helps
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Its probably in the $1000+ range for the amount of labor involved in taking the tranny out of the car.
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instead of a rotary mechanic why not take it by someone who specializes in TRANSMISSIONS to get a quote?
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both are right. i've seen mazda swap out transmissions and just replace the syncro's in other cases.
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OK thx for your input. I'm going with the new tranny.
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