reverse issue with an 8v tranny--Grind prevention

[marc_scirocco at sympatico.ca (Marc_Scirocco_Québec)]

Yup, it is called "double clutching" IIRC, like them old '40s trucks.

I've been told by an ex VW dealership mechanic that they grind in 1st and in
reverse if the clutch drags on the flywheel. Like if there is worn parts,
clutch, rod or other...

Cheers.

Marc
'83 Scirocco
'97 A4

> -----Message d'origine-----
> De : scirocco-l-bounces@scirocco.org
> [mailto:scirocco-l-bounces@scirocco.org]De la part de Theron Ross
> Envoy? : jeudi 26 ao?t 2004 16:52
> ? : Calimus; Scirocco-l
> Objet : Re: reverse issue with an 8v tranny--Grind prevention
>
>
> I don't have any suggestions for your current problem, but there's an easy
> way to prevent the dreaded into-reverse-grind-shift on any manual tranny:
>
> At a complete standstill, before shifting into reverse, depress the clutch
> and shift into another gear (For example, on VWs, I typically
> shift up into
> third first), then back into neutral and let the clutch out, and then
> drepress the clutch pedal again and shift into reverse as usual and you'll
> NEVER get a grind.
>
> I've never opened a tranny up and know nothing about the
> internals, but I've
> used this in all the vehicles I've ever driven and I never get a grind.
>
> Best thing is, it's easy to do and easy to make a part of your
> daily driving
> habits.
>
>
>
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