89 LX HATCHBACK 2.3L Tranny Problems ?

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  1. IslandBlueStang New Member

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    I have a 89 2.3L hatchback, and I am having some tranny problems. When the clutch is engaged I hear a metel on metel sound, from the general transmission area. Just recently, I am having more and more problems even getting into first, second, hell any gear. Im thinking its probably just time for a rebuild, because of its age. Any suggestions, any comments ???

    Thanks,
    IslandBlueStang
    IslandBlueStang, Apr 29, 2004
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    syncros
    ³à³, Apr 29, 2004
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    Tranny ?

    Thanks,
    That is probably something I should have a transmission repair shop fix, eh ???
    IslandBlueStang, Apr 30, 2004
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    Do you think, changing the transmission fluid would help ?
    If so what kind is the best
    IslandBlueStang, Apr 30, 2004
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    GM Syncromesh is best for T5. You can give it a try but dont expect a miracale
    ³à³, Apr 30, 2004
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    Throw-out bearing,clutch job soon. Not too hard.
    Paul C., Apr 30, 2004
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    Mines kinda the same, always grinds when going into second gear no matter what.
    Emysterio, Apr 30, 2004
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  8. Paul C. Founding Member

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    E; yours sounds like a synchro in the tranny. Prolly $3-400 to rebuild or just pick up a used one for$100.
    Paul C., May 1, 2004
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    It definitely synchros. My car does that occassionally when I power-shift into 3rd.
    i4power, May 1, 2004
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