Js88lx

So i have this t5 thats been acting up.., Yes i have a new clutch. Well if im driving and come close to stopping but then traffic goes im forced to shift to 1st since i dont have 3.73's id just start on 2nd but anyways, as i downshift (keep in mind im barely moving at like 3mph) it grinds until i come to like 1mph or dead stop. I no i no.., no need to downshift..blah blah blah.., well if youv forgotten how much of a snail a 5.0 is with 2.73's at 3mph in 2nd then you feel my pain! Also when i shift into 2nd at high rpm's it grinds like hell but it goes into 2nd.., any idea what it can be or should i just rebuild the thing..?

Dj_Seph

Synchros going out. As for the 1st gear problem, seems normal. I know 1st in my car is hard as hell to get into if you're moving at all.

Js88lx

ok kool..., well iv had other t5's that i would just rev a little then downshift with no problem..., guess this tranny is tired! Iv rebuilt aod but not t5's..., harder or easier?

Bubba 95SN

http://www.pompforacing.com/tech/T5Rebuild2002.pdf This will explain

Js88lx

damn!! Thats a very involved job.., ill take my chances with a used t5 for now...., Is it hard to get a t3550 swapped in there?

Bladerunner

I agree it sounds like your synchros are worn out.
If it were me I would start shopping around for a new T5 transmission.

89fiveeight

+1 synchros. Time to go junkyarding

Js88lx

yup,, time to shop! I just bought a PRO5.0 shifter for $80 almost new!! Love it!