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[Car Problem] Sometimes Difficult to Shift Into 2nd Gear

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by rockets > *, Jan 31, 2012.

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  1. rockets > *

    rockets > * Member

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    Hi all,

    I have an issue with my 09 Challenger SRT8. Sometimes its hard to shift into 2nd gear, like it doesn't want to go in. I have to try 2-3 times to shift into 2nd gear when this problem occurs and it's pretty annoying. This happens approximately 40% of the time I drive. I took my car to the dealership but they said that the clutch is only under warranty for 12k miles and that it would cost me $104 to get it diagnosed if it wasn't a warranty issue. I currently have a little under 17k on my car.

    I've read that this could be a synchro problem. If this was the case would it be a transmission issue as opposed to the clutch? I told the dealership not to even look at it because I didn't want to spend $104 if it was an issue related to the clutch (which isn't even covered under warranty anymore and is $2k to replace). Any help would be greatly appreciated!
     
    #1 rockets > *, Jan 31, 2012
  2. Xerobull

    Xerobull You son of a b!tch! I'm in!

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    TWSS. All of it.
     
    #2 Xerobull, Jan 31, 2012
  3. dachuda86

    dachuda86 Member

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    If its the transmission then you shouldn't drive on it much... check the level of transmission fluid first... then I would go an take it to a mechanic who isn't going to charge 100 bucks to take a look.
     
    #3 dachuda86, Jan 31, 2012
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    dachuda86 Member

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    also don't post ammo for people to make fun of you
     
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  5. rockets > *

    rockets > * Member

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    Lol I was prepared for it. Just really difficult to explain my situation without leaving myself open like that.
     
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  6. DOMINATOR

    DOMINATOR Member

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    LOL at any dodge transmission.


    may help:
    http://www.challengerforumz.com/showthread.php?t=65359

     
    #6 DOMINATOR, Jan 31, 2012
  7. SwoLy-D

    SwoLy-D Contributing Member

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    Yeap. :eek: I will agree.
     
    #7 SwoLy-D, Jan 31, 2012
  8. LonghornFan

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    If buying from the factory it will be 2k to replace. You need to find a Challenger forum with sponsors. There you should be able to find a much better clutch/flywheel combo than stock for much less money. I did this and went with JWT, a much lighter flywheel and heavier clutch, so much better than stock. The labor is what will kill you. Usually around $180/Hour. I don't own a Challenger though, just throwing that out there. Stealerships make most of their money on maintenance/repair. I know the GTR tech at Clear Lake Nissan, and we noticed I was missing a piece of my grill. My cost, $120.00. His cost, $7.00. I got it for $7.00. Freaking joke.
     
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    Thanks for that, DOMINATOR! That definitely helps. Gonna see if I can get it done under warranty after I show them that.
     
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  10. Blurr#7

    Blurr#7 Contributing Member

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    I would agree if it was a auto but the T6060 that's behind his Hemi is a Borg Warner/Tremec unit. They supply just about all production high end 6 speed manual transmissions.
    It's not the trans, that T6060 is behind lot's of high HP cars (GT500, Viper,Corvette etc.)
    Sounds like a clutch issue to me. Does it do it at all in any other gear?
     
    #10 Blurr#7, Jan 31, 2012
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    They may not try to charge you like one Honda dealership tried to charge me when one of my gears wouldnt shift in. They said there would be a $500 tear down fee if they don't find anything wrong with the transmission. Hopefully they don't do that to you but it's just something to consider.
     
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  12. DOMINATOR

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    good info... i wondered that after also reading about the same transmission in higher end mustangs.


    word if arguing with your dealership doesnt work try taking it to a different dealership.
     
    #12 DOMINATOR, Jan 31, 2012
  13. Blurr#7

    Blurr#7 Contributing Member

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    It's supposed to be good for 600ft lbs of torque but the clutch well that another story. Driver has more to do with the longevity of that part.
    Rockets>* email me thru the board, I have connections with some performance shops that will most likely give you a better deal if the dealer tries to jack you.
     
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    Probably the Johnson Rod.
     
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    Thanks for the help guys. The car is at the dealer right now, i emailed one of the service consultants about the document that DOMINATOR posted. Hopefully it gets resolved under warranty. I'm taking a gamble that it's not the clutch. I don't believe it to be because the clutch rides like new (except for the issue with it not wanting to go into second gear). I barely even drive the car as I have a beater I drive daily. If not, there goes $104!
     
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    Sent you an email, Blurr.
     
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  17. REEKO_HTOWN

    REEKO_HTOWN I'm Rich Biiiiaaatch!

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    Sorry for the problems but thank you for this thread. I've been starring at this salesman's card for a couple of days now thinking about getting a Challenger. I won't be calling him back.

    I've had a Dodge with standard transmission for 10 years but it was made by Mitsubishi.
     
    #17 REEKO_HTOWN, Feb 1, 2012
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    Don't let my issues steer you away from getting a Challenger, man. I love the car, minor issues and all.
     
    #18 rockets > *, Feb 1, 2012
  19. Royals Ego

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    does this happen even if you double clutch?
     
    #19 Royals Ego, Feb 1, 2012
  20. MIAGI99

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    WTF! They don't warranty trans after 12K miles? You should have know then not to buy it, lol.
     
    #20 MIAGI99, Feb 1, 2012
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