Shifting problems...

Shifting can be hard going into 1st and 3rd. Sometime I have to double clutch first. Is this a linkage problem?

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[Wayne 962]

I typically like to start with the things that are easiest to fix. In this case, yes, that would be shift linkage. Go through the linkage and replace all of the bushings that may be worn, including the coupler underneath the car in front of the rear seats. Then, you can accurately evaluate the shifting, and focus on the transmission if the problem still persists.

- Wayne

[DRACO A5OG]

It can be many things but first we need to what year your 911 is.

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[Drisump]

As what was said in earlier posts, a 915 tranny is something to learn. She doesn't like to be rushed even when she's in perfect health, the clutch is good and all linkages are good. Taking it to a typical dealer for a PPI isn't the best choice, very few of their staff have any knowledge whatsoever about the older models. A 915 with Swepco (a typical tranny oil in a 915) takes some heat( especially in cold weather) to get to optimum performance (ie. it is even slower to use smoothly when cold). Take it to a very experienced independent for a real appraisal.....at least on this issue. Good luck

[r_towle]

Shift linkage first.
Replace gear oil with DINO oil (Kendal makes a nice product)
Do not use synthetic oil in a 915 tranny.
Use synthetic in a G50.

The syncro bands in the 901/914/915 tranny need regular dino oil only.

Rich

[CCM911]

Originally Posted by Wayne at Pelican Parts

I typically like to start with the things that are easiest to fix. In this case, yes, that would be shift linkage. Go through the linkage and replace all of the bushings that may be worn, including the coupler underneath the car in front of the rear seats. Then, you can accurately evaluate the shifting, and focus on the transmission if the problem still persists.

- Wayne

Wayne is totally correct in his response. I did what he is suggesting. In fact Pelican even sells a kit. No Brainer. Between the new bushings and adjusting my coupler, my car now shifts like brand new. Think about it, these cars are now close to 30 years old, and those old plastic bushings have either shrunk, broke, or are hard as rock at this point.