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Re: [T3] Q about my new Tranny


On 11 Jun 2006 at 21:26, Keith Park wrote:

> one thing Ive noticed about the 1972 tranny I put in it, when you push
> the clutch in it takes MUCH longer for the tranny innards to spin down
> so it doesn't grind into first. I AM sure Im getting the clutch all the
> way in but unlike the old 71 tranny you cant just shove the clutch in
> and stick it in first, you need to pause a moment. Is this a problem
> with the Syncro's or is there some other difference in there that is
> causing this? 

I don't think there's any significant internal difference. The '72 
syncros may be worn, or the gear oil might be thinner.

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