Transmission problem.
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Transmission problem.
My manual tranny grinds in second and fifth so I've pulled it out to get rebuilt. I planned on having a local shop but they are all saying I'd be better off buy a new one. I am not comfortable trying to rebuild it myself and would rather have some experienced hands perform the job. Is there someone that you guys have used to do this type of work? Is there a vendor that sells rebuilt trannies? I'm affraid to even ask how much a new one goes for.
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I can do it for you....but it really is NOT cast affective. Parts alone from Ray @ Mazda for a proper rebuild is $550 plus R&R and labor. A low mileage used one is about $350-650 so you might want to go that route?.. I for one wouldn't buy a used transmission, do to the "unknown" factor. If I build it I know it was done right and I can trust it! I'm not saying I'm the best transmission builder in the world (far from it I'm sure) but it makes me more comfortable to know I did it! You never know what you're buying these days......
-J
-J
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Rebuilding the trans is an open ended job to cost. If you want a fully done rebuild with all damaged parts replaced it's going to be way more than $550 in parts. In addtion to synchros bearings and seals, you probably have worn 2nd and 5th gear, and worn out 1-2 clutch hub set and 5-R clutch sleeve. If those aren't replaced your shifting will still be balky. It can easily go from $1000 to $2000.
Getting a low-mileage used tranny usually a better value than a rebuild. The challenge is "usually". While I can't remember anyone complaining about a low mileage import tranny it's always possible, so ask the importer about their policy on returns.
Dave
Getting a low-mileage used tranny usually a better value than a rebuild. The challenge is "usually". While I can't remember anyone complaining about a low mileage import tranny it's always possible, so ask the importer about their policy on returns.
Dave
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I have rebuilt several of these transmissions. While I have seen my share of 5th gear synchros I have not seen any broken or damaged gears or hub's. True all that I have rebuilt have less than 120K miles on them and the HP was not 400 or 500. I have seen bearing issues.....but nothing broken or fractured. The rebuild is well understood and there is a wonderful write up in FAQ. The cost for parts is about 550.00 and 100.00 for the special socket. If you need help contact me and I will do my best to help.
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Anyway, Pettit quoted me $995 for a rebuilt unit. I think this might be my best bet.
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I have rebuilt several of these transmissions. While I have seen my share of 5th gear synchros I have not seen any broken or damaged gears or hub's. True all that I have rebuilt have less than 120K miles on them and the HP was not 400 or 500. I have seen bearing issues.....but nothing broken or fractured. The rebuild is well understood and there is a wonderful write up in FAQ. The cost for parts is about 550.00 and 100.00 for the special socket. If you need help contact me and I will do my best to help.
The low mileage tranny I picked up has nice sharp teeth. That's worth more to me JMHO.
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I'm sure it's the syncro in second gear. When the tranny is dead cold it will shift, but when the fluid heats up, that's it....grind time. With fifth gear I think it is the design flaw that I have heard of as a common problem on this site. I don't remember that exact cause but I know a problem existed with these early transmissions.
Anyway, Pettit quoted me $995 for a rebuilt unit. I think this might be my best bet.
Anyway, Pettit quoted me $995 for a rebuilt unit. I think this might be my best bet.
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i have got another question for you tranny guys.
mine just woant go into 1st or 2nd.. the rest are good to go though. i can move it over, just not up or down..
i have no resevoir on the car right now and im going to change the tranny fluid. just seeing if it might be something else
mine just woant go into 1st or 2nd.. the rest are good to go though. i can move it over, just not up or down..
i have no resevoir on the car right now and im going to change the tranny fluid. just seeing if it might be something else
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