Is my gearbox on the way out?

[alexperkins]

Hi guys,

Been having trouble for a while with the gearbox. Had the clutch cable done today, and its made a load of difference to the clutch, but the problem remains - The gears are notchy, sometimes not even going into the gates unless forced in on a second attempt.

I know the synchros on reverse are destroyed due to it crunching into gear, but I'm not sure how much longer the gearbox will last. Its done 44k miles now, so maybe on its last legs.

Anyone else had a problem like this, and know how much longer it might last?

Cheers,

Alex

[Ian_R]

I had a similar problem mate, and the way mine was fixed was the Clutch needed adjusted, it sorted the prob right out, altho the Mech had to over adjust it, so slips a bit - but this is only because there is still an underlying Prob, ie My Clutch Pedal Box, Which has went, so it should all be fixed tomorrow !

[Redline]

Reverse doesn't have a synchromesh to destroy in the first place.

[alexperkins]

Interesting. That just proves the idiot at VW who told me my car had a hydraulic clutch knows nothing whatsoever about cars!

Cheers,

Alex

[Ian_R]

Interesting. That just proves the idiot at VW who told me my car had a hydraulic clutch knows nothing whatsoever about cars!

Cheers,

Alex

Nope ots a good old cable mate

[alexperkins]

Ahh gd, but the problem still remains, even though ive just had a new cable fitted!

Cheers,

Alex

[Ian_R]

Ahh gd, but the problem still remains, even though ive just had a new cable fitted!

Cheers,

Alex

well i thought it was my clutch replaced, that, needed a new Thrust bearing anyway, but in the end it was just my pedal clutch box that needed changed, job done,

[alexperkins]

Hmm well im gonna go have a big moan at VW as its doing my head in. You have to love extended warranties!