MT Clutch / Tranny Issues
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I found that my hand position on the shift **** made a big difference. With my hand on top, I sometimes "ground" it getting into 5th; even 3rd was a problem. Now with my hand on the side, holding it like I would a hammer, it's easier to shove it diagonally into 5th. But I do occasionally have problems going from 5th to 6th.
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Try using the clutch.
Seriously, you're probably hurrying the shift - if you hold the clutch conciously down and shift deliberately, does it still grind? My guess is not. Take a hair more time shifting.
Seriously, you're probably hurrying the shift - if you hold the clutch conciously down and shift deliberately, does it still grind? My guess is not. Take a hair more time shifting.
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Originally Posted by StewC625
Try using the clutch.
Seriously, you're probably hurrying the shift - if you hold the clutch conciously down and shift deliberately, does it still grind? My guess is not. Take a hair more time shifting.
Seriously, you're probably hurrying the shift - if you hold the clutch conciously down and shift deliberately, does it still grind? My guess is not. Take a hair more time shifting.
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I found that the best way to shift from 5th to 6th is to grab the shifter as if you were emptying a can of soda. Then, as you pull it down and away it goes nice and smooth.
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