Lee Ayrton

Bad synchros or a clutch that's not releasing enough?


yjarray wrote:
> Sounds like your synchros are worn out.
>
> For now, learn to double-clutch:
>
> When you downshift, put it in neutral and let up on the cluth then blip
> the throttle to bring the revs up, then reapply the clutch and shift
> into your desired gear.
>
> That should minimize the grinding.
>

[original message follows]
I just purchased a 91 Jeep Wrangler YJ and I have a few quick questions
for any experts out there. It looks like the transmission is going to
need work. The YJ is a manual 2.5 liter 4 cylinder. It does some pretty
serious grinding when you downshift. Although it does not grind when
upshifting. What are my options? I have a 6 cylinder tranny for trade,
not sure how I would get anyone interested. Also the light for the
speedometer does not seem to work. I would greatly appreciate any
insights or help. Thanks.
[end original message]

Lee Ayrton

Bad synchros or a clutch that's not releasing enough?


yjarray wrote:
> Sounds like your synchros are worn out.
>
> For now, learn to double-clutch:
>
> When you downshift, put it in neutral and let up on the cluth then blip
> the throttle to bring the revs up, then reapply the clutch and shift
> into your desired gear.
>
> That should minimize the grinding.
>

[original message follows]
I just purchased a 91 Jeep Wrangler YJ and I have a few quick questions
for any experts out there. It looks like the transmission is going to
need work. The YJ is a manual 2.5 liter 4 cylinder. It does some pretty
serious grinding when you downshift. Although it does not grind when
upshifting. What are my options? I have a 6 cylinder tranny for trade,
not sure how I would get anyone interested. Also the light for the
speedometer does not seem to work. I would greatly appreciate any
insights or help. Thanks.
[end original message]