Supradan Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Is it me or is the 6sp TT a bitch to do smooth gear changes in:d I am driving like a complete spacker lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra dan Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 it is a bit agricultural Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 It is you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j80leo Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Have you just had the 6 speed conversion then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supradan Posted August 21, 2008 Author Share Posted August 21, 2008 No just changed from tt auto to 6sp tt car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim_1979 Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 I've heard the 6spd can be quite a clunky box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 you will get used to it dan and yours was one of the easier tt 6 speeds to drive too so smooth.. just take your time and dont rush your changes once you master that you will see how easy of a box they are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 With a stock clutch it's not difficult, just needs a smooth technique. When was the gearbox oil changed? An oil change could help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilli Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 it's a proper gearbox, none of the nancyness of some cars you'll get the hang of it, I'm not sure it was designed with smoothness in mind but it's a damn good gearbox, very strong! It gets "nicer" when it's warmed up properly too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 With a stock clutch it's not difficult, just needs a smooth technique. When was the gearbox oil changed? An oil change could help. we done it and its a smooth box too this one:d dan just needs to master his technique now coming from an auto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 it's a proper gearbox, none of the nancyness of some cars you'll get the hang of it, I'm not sure it was designed with smoothness in mind but it's a damn good gearbox, very strong! It gets "nicer" when it's warmed up properly too yep the getrag is a cracking box over engineered by toyota Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 I thought all 6spd owners were driving gods! Sounds like you'd be more suited to the auto version, Miss Daisy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chingy Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 just need to get used to it, can be a bit clunky when cold Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRalphMan Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Just don't rush the changes unless you are going for it.. Nice and eeaaaassyyy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Worse when cold, as it warms up though it's a cracking bit of engineering and so positive, you'll love it when you get used to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edge Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Had mine about a year and a half and still miss the odd spirited gear change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Smooth changes are no problem with a stock clutch. Fast changes are though, the change is rubbery, the lever too short, the box itself tractor like. It IS tough though, but you couldn't call it a nice change. Modifications can make it a lot nicer, albeit with a bit of NVH transferred to the interior and a less than fashionable gear lever length. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevansio Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 i thought all 6spd owners were driving gods! Sounds like you'd be more suited to the auto version, miss daisy. rofl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edge Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Smooth changes are no problem with a stock clutch. Fast changes are though, the change is rubbery, the lever too short, the box itself tractor like. It IS tough though, but you couldn't call it a nice change. Modifications can make it a lot nicer, albeit with a bit of NVH transferred to the interior and a less than fashionable gear lever length. I replaced all the rubber mounts and bushes on mine and that gave it much more positive and newer feel. Fairly cheap and anyone can do it with the gearbox out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 I replaced all the rubber mounts and bushes on mine and that gave it much more positive and newer feel. Fairly cheap and anyone can do it with the gearbox out. Same here. Mine came with a quick shift - more like a notchy shift mod! Got rid of that and all new shifter bushes and it was a massive improvement. Must agree with Chris though, I drove an NA 6spd a while back that had a much taller gearknob, it looked pants, but the shift felt far smoother with the extra leverage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dash Rendar Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Interesting what you were saying about the aftermarket clutch there Chris. Mine's got the Southbend kevlar clutch, and reverse (and sometimes first) can be a real pain to get in to. I don't have much trouble now, but it literally took me months to get the hang of it! Whenever I've had to take it to a garage, people who have to reverse it often try for a couple of minutes, then give up and ask me the trick! I've also noticed, for example, that I can't rush a change like 1st to 2nd, which is a bit surprising. I have to make sure I complete the action as two discrete (but not slow!) movements. (I really notice how bad it is after I've been driving the Scooby, which has very short, precise and effortless stick movements.) I've had the bushes changed, but I'd be interested in any other tips that might make the whole thing a bit smoother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 If getting into gear, stationary, either first or reverse is a problem the clutch is dragging. A lot of the aftermarket single plate units are built on reground stock covers and the geo goes to pot, making a full release all but impossible. This wears the synchros in the gearbox and makes for difficulty selecting gears from stationary, and a notchy change on the move. You can a bit of extra release travel by adjusting the pedal push rod, but you MUST ensure some free play exists or it will eat release bearings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Interesting what you were saying about the aftermarket clutch there Chris. Mine's got the Southbend kevlar clutch, and reverse (and sometimes first) can be a real pain to get in to. I don't have much trouble now, but it literally took me months to get the hang of it! Whenever I've had to take it to a garage, people who have to reverse it often try for a couple of minutes, then give up and ask me the trick! I've also noticed, for example, that I can't rush a change like 1st to 2nd, which is a bit surprising. I have to make sure I complete the action as two discrete (but not slow!) movements. (I really notice how bad it is after I've been driving the Scooby, which has very short, precise and effortless stick movements.) I've had the bushes changed, but I'd be interested in any other tips that might make the whole thing a bit smoother. Hi Darren, Chris and Mark mentioned before that it might be due to the clutch I had installed. Chris said the SB likely uses a reground pressure plate which moves the bite point right down to the floor (something which was is still the case today I think). IIRC Mark said it was dragging when he tested it last so I do wonder if the clutch is now past its best. Hopefully I can pick up that RPS one from Gaz for you sometime soon! Edit - doh, too slow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supradan Posted August 21, 2008 Author Share Posted August 21, 2008 Im glad im not the only one then hehe I enjoy a challenge. Its the slow around town changes im finding hard,the spirited ones are a lot smoother lol. im sure with practice i will master it i have only had it for 2 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevansio Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 My 2p, the RPS Stage 3 I have (single plate) used to be very difficult to select reverse & selecting gears was becoming increasingly difficult. When it finally let go, it wasn't the clutch itself, the 2 bolts holding the release fork on had sheared (whether they had worked loose I don't know). After new ones with a higher tensile strength had been used, reverse is as easy as when it was stock, gear changes are easy (no matter how hard I drive, even 1st to 2nd). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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