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Tell me please anyone - is 3rd gear the synchromesh that usually packs up? Symptons: Initially, gearlever started to feel a bit strange, sort of wobbles as I push into 1st or reverse, as if the clutch is dragging (it isn't) A funny noise (plenty noises to start with) developed, like a light mushing waterfall noise, even in neutral idling. Later, can't get into 3rd without changing at exactly the right revs or double-de-clutching. 4th gear starts to feel a bit strange on the lever, doesn't jump out but lever makes me think it wants to . All the time, the swishing noise (like someone dropping a long light chain) gets more persistent and slightly louder. All comments appreciated, inclusing the extent of damage being done by any further driving. Thanks, Clive '88 2.1 Syncro Transporter |
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