Third Gear Syncro

[mskrotzki]

Yesterday I drove 2 different NSXs out here in Colorado. These were my first times in an NSX, and now I know what all the hollering is about! However a question.

Both cars, one a ratty '91 and the other a beautiful (looking) '93 had weak or non-existent 3rd gear syncronizers. I could not lazily shift from 2nd to 3rd without a serious crunch. Shifting quickly or double clutching or speed matching engine/gearbox was ok, but quiely driving thourgh residential neighborhoods was not.

Is this typical NSX 5-speed behavior, or did I get two bad examples? The '91 had 74,000 +/- on the odometer, but felt ( and looked) like 174,000, and I will not pursue that car, but the '93 only had 61K.

Any insight greatly appreciated

I would also appreciate talking with any local (Denver/Boulder) owners about my NSX search. TIA

 

[Forums Nazi]

It is not normal but is a common problem that occurs over time. You can read all about it in nsxtasy's posts in this previous topic.

 

[mskrotzki]

Gosh, 23 posts and already the Forum Nazi is on my case!

I believe Ken said it all: The NSX should not grind when shifting.

Its back to my list of 100+/- for sale around the country.

Other comments appreciated