Looks like I may be removing the transmission to repair an engine-oil leak. (Rear main and/or stationary gear seal) I plan on rebuilding the tranny while its out because of a weak 2nd gear synchronizer, but what other hard parts regularly need to be replaced?

Transmission has 90K miles and is seemingly in great shape except for 2nd gear. I have had Neo in it for the last several years.

I know about the common 5th gear problems, and since mine is a '95 model it already has the updated shift-control spring.

Anyone know of other weak spots or common failures; bearings, shafts, etc.? I read one post that mentioned the fork and front bearing cover that supports the throw-out bearing. Are either of these really issues for an almost stock daily driver?

 

5th gear syncro... but I think thats mainly us 93 guys.. but something you may want to check out.

 

My my throwout bearing and/or pilot bearings and fork are on their way out. You may want check yours out.

 

Anyone else?

 

Shift select spindle
sliders
whatever says "replace" in the manual, since your taking it apart.

 

Check the fluid with a magnet before you throw it out. That will tell you alot. Also the hydrolic line off of the master cylinder . That might be needing to be checked. Also replace the clutch all those goodies.