Grinding Gears - Hyundai Performance Forums

KAPPdye · 07-08-2004, 03:18 PM

I have a problem with grinding gears, especially when downshifting. I push the clutch all the way to the floor and 9 out of 10 times my 3rd gear will grind when downshifting. Is it the clutch, or the shifter (i nope to god its not the tranny)

Cottonmouth · 07-08-2004, 03:52 PM

Check your cluch fluid. Sounds like you may need to top it up. If not you may need to replace the clutch.

Tachophobia98 · 07-14-2004, 12:19 PM

or its the synchro

SpeedRacer · 07-14-2004, 12:59 PM

RD trannies are notorious for weak synchros. Problem is once they start grinding there's no way to "fix" it besides having the tranny rebuilt. :ermm:

You can try some Redline MT-90 gear oil topped off with a little Lucas Oil Stabilizer, made a huge difference for me. Much smoother shifting and less grindage. Plus it will better protect the synchros from further damage.

Grottenolm · 07-15-2004, 01:58 PM

I had the same problem...

Replace the synchros and have fun again.
Once you take out the tranny, replace your stoke clutch with an aftermarket one... you'll like it

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