Also used GM syncro mesh FM but
07-25-2004, 04:56 PM
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Also used GM syncro mesh FM but
Yeah i removed the 1 quart redline mt-90 and 1 qt Lucas synthetic stabilizer, and i put in the GM Syncro mesh FM but now the grind almost feels worse and i grinded 4th too when i was really on it. Would this be my clutch now? I think that is the next thing i am going to change out is the clutch. If that don't work its time to bust open the tranny and change some syncros out. Anyone have any ideas let me know??? thanks 
I took the lucas out of the rear diff also and put in Mobil 1 75-90 is that cool?
I took the lucas out of the rear diff also and put in Mobil 1 75-90 is that cool?
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Ouch...you're using that Lucas oil product 
I wouldn't
It makes a bunch of claims that are HIGHLY suspect...
Increase oil life at least 50% longer
Reduces oil consumption
Eliminates dry starts
Raises oil pressure
Increases power and miles per gallon
Many oil additives that has made the claim....."increased power and MPG" are under investigation by the FTC or have already been forced to remove such claim. I wouldn't believe it and it makes the product highly suspect until I see real independent data.
As for the rest most people use Honda MTF......Personally I'd be worried about a 3rd/4th gear grind. 2nd is common but I've never heard of any other gear having this problem consistently. You may need to/want to get the tranny checked out....
I wouldn't It makes a bunch of claims that are HIGHLY suspect...
Increase oil life at least 50% longer
Reduces oil consumption
Eliminates dry starts
Raises oil pressure
Increases power and miles per gallon
Many oil additives that has made the claim....."increased power and MPG" are under investigation by the FTC or have already been forced to remove such claim. I wouldn't believe it and it makes the product highly suspect until I see real independent data.
As for the rest most people use Honda MTF......Personally I'd be worried about a 3rd/4th gear grind. 2nd is common but I've never heard of any other gear having this problem consistently. You may need to/want to get the tranny checked out....
07-25-2004, 05:18 PM
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Originally Posted by CrazyPhuD,Jul 25 2004, 05:11 PM
Ouch...you're using that Lucas oil product I wouldn't
It makes a bunch of claims that are HIGHLY suspect...
Increase oil life at least 50% longer
Reduces oil consumption
Eliminates dry starts
Raises oil pressure
Increases power and miles per gallon
Many oil additives that has made the claim....."increased power and MPG" are under investigation by the FTC or have already been forced to remove such claim. I wouldn't believe it and it makes the product highly suspect until I see real independent data.
As for the rest most people use Honda MTF......Personally I'd be worried about a 3rd/4th gear grind. 2nd is common but I've never heard of any other gear having this problem consistently. You may need to/want to get the tranny checked out....
I wouldn't It makes a bunch of claims that are HIGHLY suspect...
Increase oil life at least 50% longer
Reduces oil consumption
Eliminates dry starts
Raises oil pressure
Increases power and miles per gallon
Many oil additives that has made the claim....."increased power and MPG" are under investigation by the FTC or have already been forced to remove such claim. I wouldn't believe it and it makes the product highly suspect until I see real independent data.
As for the rest most people use Honda MTF......Personally I'd be worried about a 3rd/4th gear grind. 2nd is common but I've never heard of any other gear having this problem consistently. You may need to/want to get the tranny checked out....
07-25-2004, 08:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Slows2k,Jul 25 2004, 07:01 PM
The other option is the 3rd gear synchro is trashed.
07-25-2004, 09:00 PM
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Yeah but you didn't really switch to MT-90 if you mixed it 50/50 with that Lucas boar mucus. That was 50% good oil and 50% elephant snot and I guarantee it didn't do your transmission any favors.
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07-26-2004, 04:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Ludedude,Jul 25 2004, 09:00 PM
Yeah but you didn't really switch to MT-90 if you mixed it 50/50 with that Lucas boar mucus. That was 50% good oil and 50% elephant snot and I guarantee it didn't do your transmission any favors.
lolSo what is better redline mt-90 or GM syncro mesh FM?
I still have some redline but i am running the GM stuff now and still getting the grind.
07-26-2004, 06:03 AM
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When I recommended GM Synch FM, I thought you were having a 2nd gear grind. Most people have found that the 2nd gear synchros in the S2000 are fundamentally flawed, and are very sensitive to the tranny oil. I don't believe that is the case for 3rd gear grinds. If you are getting grinds in 3rd and 4th, I think something is damaged. It could be the synchros, bearings, gears, or shift forks.
I agree with Slows2k that it is probably not the clutch if it is only causing problems in 3rd and 4th. Even if it is the clutch, you might find that flushing your clutch fluid and adjusting the pedal might improve the clutch action. If you clutch is engaging / disengaging at the lower end of the pedal stroke, then you might get some relief by raising the engagement point.
I agree with Slows2k that it is probably not the clutch if it is only causing problems in 3rd and 4th. Even if it is the clutch, you might find that flushing your clutch fluid and adjusting the pedal might improve the clutch action. If you clutch is engaging / disengaging at the lower end of the pedal stroke, then you might get some relief by raising the engagement point.