jprin

Just got a 2001 Cobra (5-speed)with 17k miles. Shifting into first feels like there is no synchro at all. If the car is moving even a little bit, like to a stop sign, you can't shift into first without grinding the gears. Once at a complete stop, it will sometimes grind into gear unless putting it into second before going into first. All other gears are perfect and there is no noise. I checked the clutch cable and throwout and all seems normal. Pedal feels fine and no noticeable looseness. Clutche engages about halfway through the pedal travel.</P>


Is it possible the synchro is already shot? Is there something I missed in the clutch setup? Car still has factory warranty, so that's a relief. I still would like to see if there is anything I can do before taking it to the shop. Any sugggestions appreciated.</P>

Dan04COBRA

Don't quote me on this, but I remember reading somewhere that this was a very common problem with99+ Cobra's.</P>


My friend has a 99 Cobra and he had 2 replacement trannies from Ford have the same grinding problems in 1st gear.</P>