I have a grinding while shifting into 2nd. I am going to replace the syncro. Does anyone know where I can find a breakdown of the tranny so I can have a visual of the diassembly? Has anyone done a synco before? Is it hard? Thanks for your help.

 

The Factory Service Manuals (6-volume set) have a complete illustrated guide of all transmission work.

It is not easy, and requires special tools - I have an inspirational transaxle laying lifeless in the garage - waiting for me to fix it, or shoot it. Bullets are cheap.

Good Luck!

 

What's up man. Good to see you made it on here. I've got the factory manuals on my computer. I'll hook you up when i get home tonight.

 

Keep this going. I have the same problem and was planning to do it this winter. Is it any different that a 901 box?

Art

 

my 3rd gear syncros are also almost gone, so how hard is it to rebuild?

 

Oh yes, you do need special tools. Fortunately, my partner and I are starting a transaxle rebuilding company, and we have all the tools necessary. We have two rebuildable 944 core transaxles on hand(one '86 N/A, and one '84). We can either rebuild yours, or you can buy one of our rebuilt units. Either way, you get a one year warranty, and a transaxle rebuilt to the factory specs, using only the highest quality German factory tools. We charge $350 labor + parts. If you want one of our rebuilt units, we will need a $300 core charge (refundable upon receipt of your rebuildable transaxle). If you want us to rebuild yours, there is no core charge. For more information email us at rodcotransaxle@attbi.com.

Best regards,
Glenn and Rod