Gearbox trouble

Re:Gearbox trouble (Road and Track)

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 15:23:56 GMT

'worth" is not something i can comment on. you either want it fixed or not

the AW11 s/c box is unique to that car.

the AE111 6 speed box is not designed for the torque of a GZE but will handle it for a wheile if you drive sensible. you have to modify all the gear linkages to use this box and change the clutch

Re:Gearbox trouble (toimr2)

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 20:03:04 GMT

The gearbox linkage may cause you problems if it has deteriorated. The innards are rubber squashed between two washers. It is worth a look.
The shift stick is cable driven and can sometimes be a problem if it loosens. I assume your clutch is fully operational as a low clutch can also cause problems.
Hopefully it's only a minor problem for you.
Cheers

Re:Gearbox trouble (Engineering_guy)

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 18:06:32 GMT

Is it worth repairing?
And what are my options if i do decide to switch out the box?
There is a bloke selling a e58 with a clutch on here, does that match up?
And how about 6 speed boxs? worth it?
Sorry about being such a noob, iv tried to commit myself to reading all the forums but there is only so much time in the day.

thanks, Mat

Re:Gearbox trouble (Road and Track)

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 22:13:40 GMT

dead syncros, common problem after about 100,000-120,000 km.
used boxes are a total waste of time if someone has not driven & tested them. the story of "low km jap import" is now jsut a dream with these cars.
we have repair parts in stock

Re:Gearbox trouble (artymr2)

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 23:36:38 GMT

Is the oil fresh and the right level? Worth checking.

Cheers

Gearbox trouble (Engineering_guy)

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 23:14:02 GMT

So i made a purchase of a 87 aw11 sc from canberra on thursday, $2500

As you can imagine for that price a few things are wrong with the car, one of which is 3rd gear.
its rooted, its a #$&@ to get into, and then it wont stay there.
So, should i just throw a new box at it?
or it is something that doesnt have to require major surgery?

Help appreciated,
Thanks
Mat