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Outlaw1 · 11-07-2005

It takes a special touch to get an AWD DSM trans into first gear. Of course the first step is to make sure your clutch is disengaging like it should. I've noticed several of the '90 transmissions be especially grumpy about going into first gear. I use very light pressure just as the car rolls to a stop. It pops right in. If you push too hard/too fast and it will grind, too slow and it feels like it want to lock you out. It just takes some getting used to. The proper fluid is also a must. Good luck.

11-07-2005	#10
Outlaw1 Resident Redneck Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Corpus Christi, Texas Posts: 415	Re: clutch issues and other ?s It takes a special touch to get an AWD DSM trans into first gear. Of course the first step is to make sure your clutch is disengaging like it should. I've noticed several of the '90 transmissions be especially grumpy about going into first gear. I use very light pressure just as the car rolls to a stop. It pops right in. If you push too hard/too fast and it will grind, too slow and it feels like it want to lock you out. It just takes some getting used to. The proper fluid is also a must. Good luck. __________________ '07 Z06 Black/Black 2LZ Headers, CAI, Tuning, 160 T-stat & 125hp dry N2O kit. 10.48 @ 136.86 w/1.65 60'