[s-cars] S-Clutch job saga

[Aaron]

I have heard the BG synchro shift product works great in the trans.  Can
any others confirm?
Aaron

CLAG500 at aol.com wrote:

>Well, after giving new meaning to "grinding gears" I've located a trans from
>a lister in Canada for a very fair price. The ability to commit such a
>serious boner (ground a hole in my bell housing)  and come out allright
>demonstrates how valuable this list is and how IMO it's the people who own
>Audis that make them so enjoyable.
>    I have a couple of new questions: The trans is going to have to cross the
>border dry. What's the best lube? I've heard Redline ML90 is good. Is the
>original Audi stuff available? I've heard there is some additive also. Anyone
>know what this is?
>    When I took the driveshafts off I marked their locations with a paint
>marker. Obviously these won't match anything on the new trans. Are the
>driveshafts balanced after the car is assembled? I've never heard of
>vibration issues after trans replacement.
>    Without the unexpected and self-inflicted problems this job is not
>impossible. It's a lot of work but with a low-profile trans jack I wouldn't
>be afraid to do it again. Actually by the 3rd time of having the trans in and
>out it doesn't seem too difficult at all. Lot of little things though. I
>talked to Carolina clutch. Tom said they found out about the clearance issue
>on the earlier cars and he would be happy to send me the correct pressure
>plate if I need it. The trans I'm getting should fit over the one I have
>though.
>     Many thanks to all who responded with help in finding a trans.
>
>Chad Tobin
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