1988TTOP

my trans will not go into 2nd gear if u shift any higher than 3000 rpm so i am guessing that a synco is out in 2nd whoi hard would it be to replace i want to rebiuld because i can not find i good trnas around me for less than 600 bucks used

djh72890

i currently have a 1990 gt hatchback and im in the process of rebuilding my t-5. its not too bad there isnt too much for parts considering some of the other transmissions i've had apart... mine was poping out of second gear and needed a clutch. thats why i choose to rebuild it.

Derrick

silver91gt

its actually really easy to replace the syncros, but youll need a retainer ring pliers, snap ring pliers and some patience.
you can find a 78 page t-5 nrebuild manual for free on the net.

jagman454

http://www.badshoeproductions.com/products.html#t5


its what I used/using, good quality

1988TTOP

so how long would u say it would take to do it and should i just replace that one or just get a rebiuld kit

1988TTOP

i found a master rebuild kit for 190 bucks

mongolchuck

It's not that hard. I did mine on my kitchen table. Replace all the blocker rings while you're in there. There are plenty of free T-5 breakdowns in pdf form.

1988TTOP

so what do u think bout this kit and what all special tools do i need

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MUSTA...spagenameZWDVW

mongolchuck

Its about all i used. You just need some general sockets and wrenches, flat snap ring pliers, and a press or hammer/block of wood. Get some good RTV sealent too. I took pictures as I went so i would know the order it goes back together. If your bearing retainer is still the original aluminum you should change it to a steel one.

mjr46

syncronizers are part of the gear hub!!! when cars grind going into gears like the 5.0 does on 2nd expecially people say rebuild it but you need to inspect the 2nd gear hub as tthe syncro teeth are built onto it and if they are mushroomed flat..you'll need to replace that gear all the rebuild kits come with are the blocker rings that mate to the syncro hub and slow the gear down from spinning to a grind free engagement can take place...alot of times the blocker ring friction material is worn off..causing grinds cause it no longer can slow gear down from spinning on output shaft