Re: alfa-digest V7 #645

[CaptWSims@domain.elided]

In a message dated 4/16/99 5:40:19 PM Eastern Daylight Time, 
owner-alfa-digest@domain.elided writes:

<< Ok, so I keep hearing the second gear synchros are a common problem on our 
 beloved Alfas.  And mine is no exception.  Many of the alfisti I have spoken 
 to around here have told me not to even bother with it as it will just go 
out 
 again in short order.  >>

IMNHO, the Alfa 2nd gear synchros will hold up fine if you don't rush the 
shift and are consistently smooth.  Otherwise they are probably good for 
50,000 to 80,000 miles.  That could be a long time if you don't use the car 
for a daily driver.   

										
			Bill

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