Anyone find an inexpensive solution to the weak 5th gear problem? - Hyundai Performance Forums

MaierApril · 11-25-2002, 03:16 PM

I've been hearing alot of this from some of the turbo guys.

The 5th gear of our cars are notoriously weak. Thats why alot of the korean drag racers either go with an aftermarket sequential tranny (mucho $$$$) or just make their cars top out at 4th gear.

My question is, has anyone found an economical solution to this problem? Obcviously, i'm not planning to spend 15grand on a sequential transmission.

Mach5 · 11-25-2002, 07:15 PM

just don't floor it when your in fifth gear
take it easy
simple lol

4doorGL · 11-25-2002, 07:42 PM

We're looking into new (stronger) 5th gear replacements for the store, but I honestly have no idea when they'll be available (sorry).

Shadohh · 11-25-2002, 11:00 PM

fifth gear should survive about 230hp.

If you are making more HP, you should have the cash to get a machinist custom up a new fifth gear.

MaierApril · 11-26-2002, 12:54 AM

its not the hp thats the problem from what I hear...its the torque.

The fact that there hasn't been a viable solution to this problem found yet just discourages me.

Shadohh · 11-26-2002, 08:58 AM

okay, how about 230torque?

Again, there is a viable solution. Go get a custom gear cut.

MaierApril · 11-26-2002, 01:50 PM

know of a good place?

4doorGL · 11-26-2002, 02:56 PM

They do have them in Korea, we're just deciding which ones to get (which ones are best for the price, etc).

Shadohh · 11-26-2002, 04:32 PM

Rob, I want a longer fifth gear!!

Whats the point of going 80 at 4krpms, when i got the power to do 80 at 2500rpms.

MaierApril · 11-26-2002, 06:27 PM

true that....a longer gear that is built to handle more power!

That would be an altime best seller for the hyundai guys