Bad syncro. Ignorable? Options

[tomazws]

I've never knew our cars have syncro. I bought the car used, tried down shift and it grinded. I've been double clutching during down shift ever since....

So just right now couple minutes ago, 4~5 years after I got the car, I found out our cars have syncro, so I'm guessing mine is crapped up since I couldn't down shift without double clutching?

Does it cost a lot to fix? Is it just an electronic/mechanical piece I have to change out? Can I umm... keep double clutching and just ignore it?

Thanks for your help!

[razor7]

AFAIK syncros are fairly expensive to replace. They would have to drop your tranny and tear it apart. The part itself is probably cheap, but the labor will be extensive.

My friend has been driving with a bad syncro as well for the past year or two. Your car will work fine, but shifting will be an issue. Best bet would be to call up a shop and ask what they would charge for that service.

Or, just do a swap. The new tranny will have a working syncro. :-D

-TC

[BonzaiCelica]

yes i have a problem exactly like yours but only when im downshifting from 3rd to 2nd going about 40mph. Try matching your revs to the gears. it will help a little bit. 1st, 3rd, 4th and 5th are working great.

My bro has a 5sfe 5 speed camry and his syncros are even screwed up. he just need a tranny drain and refill.

I changed out the clutch with my friend so taking out the tranny isnt too difficult. so i if i take my tranny to a shop, how much would they charge to change syncros??

i heard a tranny rebuild cost around $250, if thats even correct

tomaz you coming the the so cal meet???

This post has been edited by BonzaiCelica: Jul 17, 2009 - 8:47 PM

[tomazws]

There's a so cal meet? Let me check the meet forums rite now hahah xD