Shift Mods
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Shift Mods
So I've been having random 3rd gear problems where it will grind or kick back. Every time i take it to acura, they can never duplicate the problem which means that there's nothing wrong with it. After reading threads after threads i decided to try out the GMC fiction modified tranny fluid which seems to work well for others. I always bought the CT shortshifter, Corsport bushings and cable bushings. I am also thinking about buying a skunk2 knob for a heavier handle. Do you guys recommend any other ones? Should i stay away from the new fluid? I have a 2007 TL-S by the way
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I had the same problems with my 07 TL-S. GMSFM fixed it and I've happy since doing it two months ago. I got a Voodoo Titanium shift knob and love it. It's countersunk so it screws on about an inch lower than the stock knob, plus it's heavier. It's kind of like getting a short throw shifter and knob all in one. I'm happy enough with it that I decided to abandon my plans for the CT short throw shifter.
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So I've been having random 3rd gear problems where it will grind or kick back. Every time i take it to acura, they can never duplicate the problem which means that there's nothing wrong with it. After reading threads after threads i decided to try out the GMC fiction modified tranny fluid which seems to work well for others. I always bought the CT shortshifter, Corsport bushings and cable bushings. I am also thinking about buying a skunk2 knob for a heavier handle. Do you guys recommend any other ones? Should i stay away from the new fluid? I have a 2007 TL-S by the way
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I had the same problem when i first got mine, where the 3rd gear would pop out randomly and it's safe to say that we're not alone.
Anyway.. I took it to the dealer, got my 3rd gear set replaced. I guess it just depends on the dealership, but my guys accepted that these cars had the issue and hooked me up.
Still had the "notchiness" issue though, and I just converted to the GMSMFM fluid today and it def. does work wonders. Hopefully there are no long term consequences... :/
Anyway.. I took it to the dealer, got my 3rd gear set replaced. I guess it just depends on the dealership, but my guys accepted that these cars had the issue and hooked me up.
Still had the "notchiness" issue though, and I just converted to the GMSMFM fluid today and it def. does work wonders. Hopefully there are no long term consequences... :/
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my dealer told me that if i were to switch over from a honda fluid, it will hurt me in the long run. If i ever have tranny issues, the GM will void the warranty. But since i have mentioned 3rd gear problems and its in the history, they will fix it with warranty or not.
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