Troutman Posted June 23, 2007 Report Share Posted June 23, 2007 Forgive my rusty knowledge, why does a 5 speed gearbox crunch into 2nd, especially when cold? Is this going to be a hugely expensive thing to fix, and can I live with it for a while safely? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mts Posted June 23, 2007 Report Share Posted June 23, 2007 Is your clutch worn? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted June 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2007 Clutch was just replaced a few weeks ago, but maybe the install didn't go right or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mts Posted June 23, 2007 Report Share Posted June 23, 2007 That would be my guess Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted June 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2007 God damn shit, now I have to take it back. Poor Eunie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted July 6, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 6, 2007 He seems to think the clutch hydraulics are to blame and will look at it tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
latinopikachu Posted July 7, 2007 Report Share Posted July 7, 2007 God damn shit, now I have to take it back. Poor Eunie. sounds like something I would say Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted July 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2007 That's true... Â Well this is just weird, but good. The mechanic tried bleeding the clutch master cylinder which has made the problem 90% go away, plus for the first time ever the clutch actually feels pleasant to drive ...it used to be more like an on/off switch. Â Longer term I will have to reco the transmission. But for now, the car is finally to my standards. And next week will have a new remote immobiliser too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ing-schu@online.no Posted July 7, 2007 Report Share Posted July 7, 2007 I guess your clutch didn't fully disengage then. Then it will be heavy or plain impossible to get in 1st during a standstill as well. Otherwise a unsmooth shift to second usually is a sign of worn syncromesh rings, which usually happends on second gear first. Spirited driving does accellerate the process, but above all early downshifts while slowing down to say a crossing. I always delay downshifts untill I am applying throttle again, usually while turning. Early downshifts without applying throttle will also mean clutch wear, and it gives unpleasant shivers down my spine every time I ride with ignorant drivers not knowing or caring about it. What happends is you use the clutch as a brake pedal. Â Conclusion: Be happy to downshift right up to 7000 rpm, as long as you meet with throttle. Ideally the clutch should slip only once during a ride; while launching from a standstill. I wish those teaching how to drive knew this; a clutch would last the car out if these simple tricks were obtained... Â Â Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mts Posted July 7, 2007 Report Share Posted July 7, 2007 My BMW clutch had 340,000kms on it when I got rid of the car. Never once felt weak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirmakesalot Posted August 4, 2007 Report Share Posted August 4, 2007 "crunch crunch" is generally not a good noise for a gearbox to make  haha, i just said make Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted August 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 5, 2007 make  make [mayk] verb (3rd person present singular makes, present participle making, past and past participle made [mayd]) 1. transitive verb do something: used with a range of nouns to describe an action, where 'make' is used rather than a more specific verb She made no effort whatsoever to pass her exams.  2. transitive verb construct something: to assemble something from constituent parts The exhibit contains items made out of recyclable materials.  3. transitive verb manufacture something: to manufacture something as a business The company makes surgical instruments.  4. transitive verb prepare something to eat or drink: to prepare food or drink by mixing and usually cooking a number of ingredients Let's make soup.  5. transitive verb show something by gesture: to perform movements or gestures that show the form of something or signal something She made the signs for 'I'll see you later'. He made a circular motion with his hands.  6. transitive verb say something: to say or deliver a statement or speech He made an emotional speech about his parents' struggle to get ahead in a new country.  7. transitive verb formulate something: to form something in the mind These politicians have made a commitment to try to solve the problem.  8. transitive verb understand something: to comprehend the meaning or truth of something I couldn't make anything of her last remark.  9. transitive verb reckon something: to reckon or estimate something What time do you make it?  10. transitive verb bring something about: to cause a condition or situation to arise or exist The state made it illegal to sell fireworks. Some people here have made this a personal issue.  11. transitive verb change somebody or something: to transform somebody or something into something else They made old clothes into patchwork quilts.  12. transitive verb appoint somebody: to appoint somebody to a particular role or position She's made me her deputy.  13. transitive verb provide something: to provide something out of what already exists Make room for one more.  14. transitive verb cause somebody to act: to cause somebody to do something or act in a particular way I made him realize how wrong he'd been. You made me lose my place.  15. transitive verb force somebody to act: to force somebody or something to do something or act in a particular way You can't make me wear that dress.  16. transitive verb be meant to be something: to cause somebody or something to exist for a particular reason (usually passive) She was made to be a star.  17. transitive verb earn money: to earn or be paid a sum of money He makes fifty thousand a year.  18. transitive verb cause sound to be heard: to produce or give rise to a sound She made a choking noise in her throat.  19. transitive verb prepare something for use: to arrange something properly for later use He made the bed carefully.  20. transitive verb schedule meeting: to fix a meeting or time Let's make a date for Friday.  21. transitive verb represent something: to count as one in a series That makes the third time he's lied to me.  22. transitive verb total particular amount: to amount to a total Five and three make eight.  23. transitive verb have necessary qualities for something: to have the qualities required to be something She'll make a very good doctor.  24. transitive verb develop relationship: to acquire a friend, enemy, or acquaintance They made friends straightaway.  25. transitive verb cause somebody to succeed: to cause somebody to be successful, or cause something to seem successful the novel that made her career  26. transitive verb reach place: to reach or arrive at a place I'm not sure we can make the island in this boat.  27. transitive verb be in time for something: to be in time to do something or for something to happen We can make the 10:05 train if we hurry.  28. transitive verb cover distance: to travel a particular distance They made only five miles a day on the ascent.  29. transitive verb be included in something: to succeed in being included or mentioned in something stories that never make the national news  30. intransitive verb signal intentions: to act so as to indicate what is coming They made as if to leave.  31. transitive verb have sex with somebody: to succeed in having sex with somebody (dated slang) 32. transitive verb bridge fulfil bridge contract: to fulfil a contract in a game of bridge by winning the required number of tricks 33. transitive verb card games win trick in cards: to win a trick in a card game 34. transitive verb electronics close circuit: to close an electrical circuit 35. intransitive verb agriculture mature: to dry and mature (refers to hay)   noun (plural makes) 1. brand: a brand of something such as an appliance, car, or machine Specify the make and model of the car.  2. process and output: the process of making something, or the amount or number made 3. identification: the identification of somebody or something, usually made with the help of police records or information (slang) The police got a make on him from their records.  4. build or appearance: the way that something has been made, or the size or shape it naturally has (literary) a woodland cabin of rustic make    [ Old English macian < Indo-European, 'kneading']   -makable, adjective have it made to be in a position to succeed at something without obstacles or serious problems (informal) made for somebody or something ideally suited to somebody or something make do (with something) to use something that is an unsatisfactory substitute or temporary alternative for the real thing make it 1. to be successful (informal) You'll never make it as an actor. 2. to succeed in getting somewhere We finally made it to the top of the hill. 3. to be able to attend I can't make it to the party tonight. make like to pretend (informal) She made like she was doing the breaststroke. make nice (to or with somebody) US to be conciliatory and often ingratiatingly friendly towards somebody (informal) on the make 1. trying hard to gain a profit or advantage, especially using underhand or dishonest means (informal) 2. looking for or making efforts to persuade somebody to be a sexual partner (slang)  Microsoft® Encarta® 2007. © 1993-2006 Microsoft Corporation. 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sirmakesalot Posted August 5, 2007 Report Share Posted August 5, 2007 it also means "to poop" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted August 6, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2007 intransitive verb (3rd person present singular poops, present participle pooping, past and past participle pooped) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted September 13, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 Today I had synthetic fluid put in again and GOD DAMN IT what a difference. I recommend nothing less than Castrol Transmax Z for any transmission. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyberdyne Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mts Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 Any manual tranny... right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted September 14, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 It is supposed to be an automatic transmission fluid but is equally formidable in manuals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyberdyne Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 Correct, however automatic transmissions typically have much larger sump capacity so would be expensive to change over to Transmax Z - especially considering one should ideally flush out the torque convertor too. Castrol recommends it for heavy towing or racing applications, though of course the Troutman insists on overengineering. Â http://www.tds.castrol.com.au/pdf/5125_transmax_zz.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mts Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 How much per can? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted September 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2007 A lot. I bought a 4 litre bottle for the Eunie which is supposed to have a gearbox capacity of only 2.1 litres, however about 3 litres went in. The mechanic says it is very common for the specs to be inaccurate in this way. Â The 4 litre bottle was about $65 here... an equivalent price premium to synthetic motor oil compared to regular oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirmakesalot Posted November 24, 2007 Report Share Posted November 24, 2007 that is a huge difference Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted November 26, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 26, 2007 The mechanic sees it regularly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirmakesalot Posted November 26, 2007 Report Share Posted November 26, 2007 what a lucky fellow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted December 1, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2007 Arguably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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