90q tranny noises.. suggestions?

[Burl Vibert]

Marc Swanson wrote:

> > My car used to grind when I would shift into 2nd at
> > high RPM's, I put Redline MT90 in my tranny and it now
> > it's smooth as silk.  I like the stuff.
>
> yeah, I know redline is good stuff so I might put it in just to see if it
> makes any difference.  Probably worth the $30-40 worth of oil.. Even if it
> turns out not to do me any good.

Changing the tranny lube is a good idea but be careful what you put in.
What's better for one type tranny may not be for the next.  I know Porsche 915
boxes will grind if you put slippery synthetic oil in and you actually need a
type with more friction modifiers to make the synchros work.  I don't know the
specs of the Redline MT90 but check it out first.
BTW, I did have to change 1st and 2nd gear synchros in my 911 as it was
exhibiting similar symptoms, especially when downshifting.  Good luck.

Burl Vibert
1987 Audi 5000CSTQ
other stuff
Kingston, Ontario