Shift into any forward gear first, then into reverse as this will line up the gears better. I had the same issue, i changed out to Acuity shifter bushing & Amsoil MTF. Goes into R every single time now without having to go into a forward gear, EVERY time!
Can you clarify what exactly needs to be cutoff? I have mine sitting for 2 months and i need to install it, but i just came across your post and don't want to install something that won't fit properly.
I went Amsoil for the MTF, Motul for the engine oil. Amsoil mad a HUGE difference, everything is smooth and i can finally go into reverse without having to go into a forward gear first...
I bought a jug (5 quarts) of that oil from two step performance, going to load it up in the next week or 2. I heard Motul was great for these engines and i couldn't find any Pennzoil Ultra Platinum in 0w20 available
I understand what you're saying, but the oil grades aren't that different. SAE engine & SAE gear oil use different grading system. When comparing these grading systems, both oils fall roughly within the same spec, "roughly". I'll likely go with Amosil, because i have used it in the past and have...
No, i bought the car used. Not knowing the previous owners driving habits and maintenance in general, i prefer replacing all fluids. This way i know exactly when the next change should be.
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I've probably read every post on the MTF fluids between multiple forums. I've narrowed it down to Amosil Synchromesh & Motul Gear 300 LS. I'm leaning towards Motul because i feel everything from Europe is made with much higher standards. I've got the Motul engine oil on hand already and...