Date: Sun, 8 Jul 2001 17:18:45 +0100 From: "Greg" <Vidz123nopsamorld.com> Subject: Re: '89 900 tranny advice needed
I have a similar noise on mine, only under hard use, it's the clutch causing a slight squeel. I would question replacing a box unless it does not work right. Put some nice fluid in and a good protector like mollyslip or slick 50 or whatever you have and unless it breaks, enjoy driving it. "Lloyd Bogart" <bogartnopsamurytel.net> wrote in message news:bogart-0507011916290001nopsam65.lax.centurytel.net... > I'm driving an '89 SPG nicely maintained, but some > 'buzz' when shifting erm.... in a sprightly fashion... > between 1st & 2nd. also 2nd & 3rd. Worn synchro's, > been advised to go easy and it'll last a long time yet. > > Locally available is another '89 NON-turbo, a bit less > appealing than mine, generally, but with a nice tight 5-spd. > tranny. (I just drove it tonight). Original owner, maintained > by the same mechanic as my own, not abused, etc. > > Am I nuts to think about buying this other '89 and swapping > the transmissions? If so, why/why not. > > Quick, before I do something foolish.... > > Thanks > > Lloyd > *****