Gearbox issues - need advice

[Blowfish]

Hello there, sirazul if i'm not mistaken?


Recently my car has been acting up. I'm having problems engaging 1st and 2nd gear even when i have stepped on the clutch (manual 1.6 proton). This occurs only to 1st and 2nd gear. What could be the problem? The clutch doesn't seem to be acting up.

Somebody has told me it could be the synchros. However being a regular car user, I wouldn't be too sure of it. Which is why i'm seeking your advice.

How much would it cost for you guys to do a proper diagnostic ( check my clutch, and open up the gearbox to have a look at my synchros as well if neccessary)

Pls pm me a price if you don't find it comfortable to post it here. Many thanks. Urgent

 

[Powerzone]

Without testing the car, we can only guess 2 things here. Maybe it's the gear lever shifting mechanism--worn bush? Or it's your synchro getting worn out. How long did you have this problem?
A quick cure for synchro problems is to put in a tube of that fantastic British invention called Molyslip. It's cheap (RM25 including labor) and if it's not the synchro this stuff is still good for your MT anyway, so no waste.
Diagnostics cost depends on complications, sometimes we don't charge if it's esay to tell what's wrong, but opening up the gearbox can cost around RM200.

 

[partyJOE]

dear pz.... where can we get this molyslip... thx

 

[Powerzone]

Actually, we sell it at PowerZone. Or if it's not convenient for you to come here, you can try any EON service centers.