MT-82 shifting issues

[SD_GT]

I feel like ever since my OEM clutch gave out, I've had nothing but back to back issues.

Shortly before installing my McLeod RXT, I installed an N2MB WOTBOX. These are the only things that have changed in the last two months. I've noticed now after getting my clutch issues resolved that I am now having issues shifting the gears quickly. The shift from first to second pretty much gets locked in neutral for a second before it goes into gear, same for the rest of the gears but not as bad. I've noticed that this happens during a hard pull with traction control off. Is my MT-82 going out now.

I'm really starting to regret not getting a Tremec-driven vehicle. I thought the MT-82 issues were exaggerated by the forums but now that I'm experiencing them, I'm starting to believe the hype. I don't have the funds for a rebuild at the moment (clutch dried my mod money out).

Edit: I should also note that even when rev-match downshifting, the car will fight me when going into gear. I've noticed this in third and fourth gear primarily.

Edit #2: I've noticed that pulling the car out of first requires quite a bit of effort as well. It's like it's notched in there and I really have to yank it out.

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[SD_GT]

Clutch fluid as of 15 minutes ago. Looks full, color seems alright.

 

[SD_GT]

I've had so many issues since the initial clutch install that I'm starting to suspect my mechanic didn't install the clutch properly to begin with.

 

[jasonstang]

It sounds like the clutch is not fully disengaged.

 

[SD_GT]

It sounds like the clutch is not fully disengaged.

That's the issue I've been fighting since the beginning. When they bled the clutch line the 100th time, it seemed to fix it. Now, roughly two weeks later, it's acting up again. Could improper install cause this?

 

[Kong76]

My shifts feel this way normal day to day. Oddly enough under hard acceleration shifts it is alot smoother.

 

[SD_GT]

My shifts feel this way normal day to day. Oddly enough under hard acceleration shifts it is alot smoother.

Really? Hard acceleration makes my car more difficult to shift smoothly. :headbonk:

I'm going to try bleeding it myself via vacuum bleeder. If that doesn't work she's going back to the shop again for however long it takes for them to tear everything back apart and double-check their work.

 

[Kong76]

Let me ask do you have any very noticeable buzz/vibs above 4k Rpm when the clutch is depressed through your pedal? Like the rpms are transferring engine harmonics.

 

[SD_GT]

Let me ask do you have any very noticeable buzz/vibs above 4k Rpm when the clutch is depressed through your pedal? Like the rpms are transferring engine harmonics.

I haven't noticed that. Only thing I've noticed in regard to the pedal is that it doesn't spring up like it used to and feels mushy.

 

[Fordever]

My shifts feel this way normal day to day. Oddly enough under hard acceleration shifts it is alot smoother.

I find the same thing. Harder acceleration, better shifting. I also find that with a cold start, my shifts are very choppy/clunky. After a warm up, all is good. ;)

 

[Dominant1]

I've been there with my 2012 mt-82 after many band aids i just put a magnum xl in and never had any issues after that! If your short on cash i'd look into a trans fluid amsoil syncromesh....

 

[whatsup62]

i'd look into a trans fluid amsoil syncromesh....

Not by itself....Amsoil does not recommend it in our trans. I just destroyed a MT82 and I was running straight synchromesh. After the fact I found the secret sauce. 2 qts Synchromesh with 1 qt 75w-90 synthetic gear lube (not the sever gear, it has sulfur in it, not good for syncros). I have my new/used MT82 in now and shifts like warm butter. Huge difference.

 

[SD_GT]

It sounds like the clutch is not fully disengaged.

The mechanic is saying the same thing and said that's just how it is. I'm now worried that after close to a thousand miles that my brand new is clutch is ruined. It does not allow me to shift fast no matter what.

 

[Kong76]

Not by itself....Amsoil does not recommend it in our trans. I just destroyed a MT82 and I was running straight synchromesh. After the fact I found the secret sauce. 2 qts Synchromesh with 1 qt 75w-90 synthetic gear lube (not the sever gear, it has sulfur in it, not good for syncros). I have my new/used MT82 in now and shifts like warm butter. Huge difference.

2 qts BG? 1 qt synthetic gear lube what brand you recommend for that.

 

[whatsup62]

2 qts BG? 1 qt synthetic gear lube what brand you recommend for that.

I believe the BG product is a 75wt lubricant to begin with. I'm not sure if it is sinthetic or not. If it is then I would use the BG product striaght. If its not then any sinthetic lubricant that is not a sulfer base should work.

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