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Mk2 Escort hard to shift into first.

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2024/03/04 21:34:35 (permalink)
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Mk2 Escort hard to shift into first.

Hi all, having an issue where when the car has warm up. It is hard to go into first gear to take off. I have to push it/force it into gear. It also always grinds into reverse when warm. When car is off it shifts into gear fine. Standard 4 speed box with a heavy duty clutch put in almost 2 years ago. Has a standard shifter and is a 2 litre car. Would the problem be the shifter? Or am i looking at a gearbox out job? Thank you
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    Re: Mk2 Escort hard to shift into first. 2024/03/07 08:48:44 (permalink)
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    The synchros are getting worn..
    Try this
    Put the car in second gear and then first gear especially when cold and just started up, the synchros need to slow down a tad. Also it might be worthwhile changing gear oil if it's old.
    I was told by a UK guy that going 30% trans fluid and 70% hypoid really helps, I done this to my type 9 5sp box when installed back in 2001 , never a problem.
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