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2012/11/18 23:14:02 (permalink)
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Gearbox trouble

So i made a purchase  of a 87 aw11 sc from canberra on thursday, $2500

As you can imagine for that price a few things are wrong with the car, one of which is 3rd gear.
its rooted, its a #$&@ to get into, and then it wont stay there.
So, should i just throw a new box at it?
or it is something that doesnt have to require major surgery?

Help appreciated,
Thanks
Mat 
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    artymr2
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    Re:Gearbox trouble 2012/11/18 23:36:38 (permalink)
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    Is the oil fresh and the right level?  Worth checking.
     
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    Re:Gearbox trouble 2012/11/19 22:13:40 (permalink)
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    dead syncros, common problem after about 100,000-120,000 km.
    used boxes are a total waste of time if someone has not driven & tested them. the story of "low km jap import" is now jsut a dream with these cars.
    we have repair parts in stock

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    Re:Gearbox trouble 2012/11/21 18:06:32 (permalink)
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    Is it worth repairing?
    And what are my options if i do decide to switch out the box?
    There is a bloke selling a e58 with a clutch on here, does that match up?
    And how about 6 speed boxs? worth it?
    Sorry about being such a noob, iv tried to commit myself to reading all the forums but there is only so much time in the day.

    thanks, Mat 
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    Re:Gearbox trouble 2012/11/21 20:03:04 (permalink)
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    The gearbox linkage may cause you problems if it has deteriorated. The innards are rubber squashed between two washers. It is worth a look. 
    The shift stick is cable driven and can sometimes be a problem if it loosens. I assume your clutch is fully operational as a low clutch can also cause problems.
    Hopefully it's only a minor problem for you.
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    Re:Gearbox trouble 2012/11/25 15:23:56 (permalink)
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    'worth" is not something i can comment on. you either want it fixed or not
     
    the AW11 s/c box is unique to that car.
     
    the AE111 6 speed box is not designed for the torque of a GZE but will handle it for a wheile if you drive sensible. you have to modify all the gear linkages to use this box and change the clutch
     

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