Re: Tranny hard to shift

[Steven Schlossman <steven@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Phil <philca@domain.elided> wrote:

>Most of the M42 engined E30s use ATF for tranny fluid.  ATF should be
>replaced with D4 ATF, and gear lube should be replaced with MTL.  I solved
>my tranny issues by installing a Metric Mechanic Sport OD in my 91 318is

I don't know the beginning of this thread and this might be total unrelevant.

But . . .
My car is a 1996 E36/5 328ti

When at the track I was unable to get into 3rd from 4th at the end of 
the straight. I would just coast around the turn with the clutch in. 
Same problem going from 5 to 4. Not a very warm and fuzzy feeling, 
especially with people on my tail.

I replaced the tranny mounts with 320i mounts.
All the world of a difference.
I can now go 5-4-3 with no problems.

This only related to the track, I never had a problem on the street.
Except for last ti I had used to pop out of 2nd, particularly when 
very damp or cold. Tranny replaced under warranty.

...steven
NCC

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