Shifting fast?
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I had good luck with removing the free play from the clutch rod, under the dash. https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/847..._hl__free+play
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Originally Posted by arsenal' timestamp='1416928423' post='23417628
Originally Posted by alSpeed2k
^don't remember the reason, but I did this and it did help.
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I have the same issue upshifting into 3rd. Without a pause in neutral, there's a very noticeable bump/clunk upon gear selection but if I just take my time and give it a second to pause in N position before shifting, it goes in no problems.
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Originally Posted by alSpeed2k' timestamp='1416937017' post='23417814
[quote name='arsenal' timestamp='1416928423' post='23417628']
Sure it wasn't the placebo effect?
Originally Posted by alSpeed2k
^don't remember the reason, but I did this and it did help.
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Changing fluid would include a bleeding as part of the job. that could help.
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Originally Posted by alSpeed2k' timestamp='1416937017' post='23417814
[quote name='arsenal' timestamp='1416928423' post='23417628']
Sure it wasn't the placebo effect?
Originally Posted by alSpeed2k
^don't remember the reason, but I did this and it did help.
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Frankly, I don't care what you think. I just want to help the OP resolve his problem.
TheBigS, check out Billman's post on how to change the clutch fluid.
Initial service:
-suck out old fluid
-clean res with paper towels till spotless
-fill it back up
you can be done here...this is where I recommend that you stop. Do the initial service every 3-6k miles. You'll soon learn the cleaner it is, the longer it stays cleaner
secondary service, only needed if changing over to ATE super blue:
-Do the initial service above, then open the bleeder and run some out till it turns blue. Keep an eye on the master at all times. The clean fluid that you just added will go through the system. DONT let it run dry.
At NO point will you ever need to pump or touch the clutch pedal.
-suck out old fluid
-clean res with paper towels till spotless
-fill it back up
you can be done here...this is where I recommend that you stop. Do the initial service every 3-6k miles. You'll soon learn the cleaner it is, the longer it stays cleaner
secondary service, only needed if changing over to ATE super blue:
-Do the initial service above, then open the bleeder and run some out till it turns blue. Keep an eye on the master at all times. The clean fluid that you just added will go through the system. DONT let it run dry.
At NO point will you ever need to pump or touch the clutch pedal.
Thanks just added so info on change intervals there ^
-Clutch fluid gets destroyed faster than any other fluid in the car
-it is not even part of Honda's maintenance, yet it has the most direct negative affect on the car.
It starts with dirty fluid, then low fluid, then notchly shifting, then 2nd gear grinds, then damaged 2nd gear syncros and gearsets.
Dont overlook this most important vital service.
just added so info on change intervals there ^-Clutch fluid gets destroyed faster than any other fluid in the car
-it is not even part of Honda's maintenance, yet it has the most direct negative affect on the car.
It starts with dirty fluid, then low fluid, then notchly shifting, then 2nd gear grinds, then damaged 2nd gear syncros and gearsets.
Dont overlook this most important vital service.
G/L op, let us know how it goes!
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I have an 09 with 50K. I switched from Honda MTF to Amsoil and I found going to third could be a bit notchy if pushed quickly while still cold. Once the Amsoil warms up the shifting improves remarkably; it really becomes like butter.
As a side note, I follow Billman's advice for easy servicing of the clutch fluid: a number of fluid changes from the resevoir. Such out the old and add new. After serveral days, do it again. Repeat.
Now every month or so I just suck it out and refill to keep it fresh.
As a side note, I follow Billman's advice for easy servicing of the clutch fluid: a number of fluid changes from the resevoir. Such out the old and add new. After serveral days, do it again. Repeat.
Now every month or so I just suck it out and refill to keep it fresh.