Manual Transmission Teardown and Inspection

[@Waxxumus]

I love stage 2 clutches. Had a 91' civic with one. It drove like a DREAM. But I had the disengagement set all the way down so you had to press the clutch in almost all the way. I prefer this way.

[@Pjmperez01]

Whoa, this is beyond my DIY capabilities but yeah, im still gonna watch it.

[@eksine]

pussy

[@braddowns17]

If you put new bearings and gears and same price or a bit more than I remanufactured transmission. I'd stick with doing it myself. At least you know what's in it and you know it's done right. Plus you would just have to disassemble the reman one to put in the limited slip differential.

[@alessandropru]

I agree with Brad. plus putting in beefier gears sounds like a solid idea. who knows how much power vw engineers originaly specced these for

[@manbearpigonabike]

Please make a more in-depth video on transmission disassembly and rebuild.

[@HumbleMechanic]

I will. :)

[@timothylegg]

Exactly - This wasn't even a teardown and inspection. Just a discussion about transmissions with a few video clips. If aren't showing a 360-degree of a gear, it's not a teardown.

[@2secondslater]

The wear on gear synchro teethis usually due to the synchroniser to hub mating surface (the tapered area between the synchro and gear) becoming worn and glazed. The gear may be able to be dressed up but the synchro should be replaced as it is a high wear component on a car that is driven hard, also be sure to lap the synchro on to the gear using some fine(ish) lapping paste and rough it up slightly. As a rule of thumb, after lapping a synchro to a gear and then cleaning it all up, you should be able to engage the synchro to the gear (dry) and pick the gear up just using the interference in the taper between the gear and synchro. Makes for sharper and positive engagement.

[@2secondslater]

Ps. Smoother and quicker shifts

[@qwertyuiop2895]

Why there are sealed bearings in some manual gearboxes? Like oil is not enough or what?

[@tacomas9602]

2:20 in retrospect the fluid that came out of my AR-5 made this look brand new. I’m sure the fluid didn’t hurt it

[@abidqasem1334]

cant wait to see the DYI ,, good luck !

[@tedbear631]

This is so cool I've never seen what a transmission looks like on the inside!

[@George-zq2sk]

can't wait to see more on the 12v VRT

[@motoray69]

My O2a in my vrt exploded. Put in gforce gear set. Bullet proof!!!!straight cut 1-4 whined a bit but 5th was semi helical so nice quiet freeway driving. Worth every penny! And that was abused at 350wheel and occasionally turned up.

[@HumbleMechanic]

G-force you say? I will have to check them out. THANK YOU!

[@motoray69]

APTUNING up in PA built it for me one day turn around. Sent it to me and i shoved mine back in the crate and sent back to them. Great people!!! This was years ago but i trust em.

[@Zimmie8548]

Heya Charles. I just finished doing this. Installed a Wavetrac in a 02J. The oven/freezer method works great for installing the ring gear and bearings onto the diff. Had to have a machine shop press on the 5th gear syncro hub though, so go get your press :-) You should show/explain how to measure preload when you install your diff. Thanks again for all the great videos!

[@HumbleMechanic]

NICE! How do you like the lsd

[@Zimmie8548]

I was quite literal in that I just finished putting the transmission back together...it's not in the car yet! Will report back in a week or so once it's bolted back in. I'm in the middle of a 09A to 02J, so lots of work :-)

[@matthewshambler2644]

I’ve driven a lot of VW’s (Mk1-Mk3) that had a “scratchy “ 2nd gear.. my own Caddy pickup as well until I fitted a brand new ‘box from VW.. Personal opinion is use what you have and replace what needs replacing now, not later.

[@HumbleMechanic]

I am leaning on making the repair. If this was a stock GTI, I would slap it back together and roll...

[@harrynazarian3184]

You, are a brave man. Transmissions scare me to no end. They are like engine rebuilds in the sense that soon as you get started, your wallet starts making the toilet flushing sound. LOL! I am dying to see the video of you getting down into the rebuild.

[@thrasherjoshua]

Its all about taking your time and following the manual. I've done some for $200 cost buying the master overhaul kit and the book for the job. The ones that really suck are the ones that are a pain to R&I when issues happen and you have to go for round two.

[@harrynazarian3184]

Yeah, that's what pretty much what scares me: round two because a synchro was not installed correctly, or I left something not torqued, etc. I can play on Audi engines all day, but for whatever reason, transmissions, I stay away. I give MAD props to our Humble Mechanic here. I am dying to see his tear down and rebuild.

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

Harry Nazarian I've only ever done a 5spd manual rwd. But what you learn real fast is is the discipline to do every single step perfectly and in order and if you're not sure stop and find out no matter what it takes. If you don't you WILL do it over, assuming there's anything left to work with.

[@MrErikw26]

I used to rebuild the transmission I'm my Mustang in 4 hours, that included pulling it on my back in the street, and putting it back in later lol.

[@MrErikw26]

Manual transmissions dont scare me, automatic transmissions however, I wont touch

[@busilica123]

Looking forward to rebuild because i need to do that also for my MK2 golf...probably same gearbox 020

[@mikejf4377]

busilica123 020 is harder to disassemble, my opinion. I’ve done one but not buy myself, I have two to rebuild that I got on a good deal. Need to save to buy all the parts and I want to install a limited slip into one of them.

[@danduane1413]

He probably has a 02A

[@KRAUSER0130]

I got new gearbox, well used one, for my MK3 Jetta, reverse gear was making disgusting grinding noise (it even had some teeth missing) and 2nd and 3rd were sometimes impossible to shift into, i had to ram the stick couple of times before it went into gear.. Freakin' nightmare when it happens while overtaking someone LOL. Got it for a bit more over $70, put new fluid in it, not a single issue since then, oh and new clutch, bearing and push rod, basically clutch assembly was falling apart when i bought the car.

[@matthewcowan5949]

Happy to see you are back working on the wookie.

[@HumbleMechanic]

:)

[@j.m.5995]

It looked as if your synchro was worn out on your 1st / 2nd gear. There's normally a gap of something like a millimeter or two it should necessarily ride all the way up the cone

[@JoePelayo1]

Sooooooo... I know this might be asking for a lot but any chance you can get your hands on a 01P transmission and tear that thing apart. I have an 01 EV and I recently got the transmission built. It's known to be the Achilles's heal of the EV. I'd love for EV fans to know what are the typical points of failure for these. I know it's a long shot... Either way, I really enjoy your vids and always look forward to the next one. Keep up the excellent work! And wrench on!

[@kx65fast]

This is why factory service intervals are kinda sketchy in my opinion.. that was some dirty gear oil

[@danduane1413]

When I went to school to become a mechanic/technician, I was told by my instructors to change EVERY fluid in the vehicle every two years. I may not be 100% with it, but it is close.

[@alexandermarothy5004]

What about the transmission in the Audi RS4? Isn’t that the same one? JHM makes rebuild kits for it as well as a new 6th gear that increases fuel economy.

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Great vid Charles. A drill press is a must have to drill out the diff rivets it makes the job much easier.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Oh yeah. That’s been the worst so far. I’m not even done yet. Hahaha

[@GermanEliteTuning]

HumbleMechanic yah those rivers are strong. The press saved my ass on the last lsd I installed on a golf R.

[@Panda340QM]

Great video Charles. Looking forward to the other video on this project. Awesome

[@kevinsteeno3726]

This impresses me so much man! I'd be terrified to open up a transmission.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thanks! It can be intimidating.

[@jerico5660]

5:05 "My wallet on the other hand says nah dude, it's cool put it back in." lmao

[@cosmicdebris2174]

I want to learn transmissions, I feel I could rebuild them and do it properly

[@panzerveps]

I had a similar problem on my mk3 golf, grinding into 2nd gear, but an oil change fixed that problem.

[@HumbleMechanic]

awesome!

[@052188joseph]

Would really like to thank you for your videos, I got my R32 running because of your vr6 vids. Keep up the good work, I have the video up on my channel.

[@HumbleMechanic]

AWESOME!

[@TheEpicLifeOfJacob]

My Stomach: Man I'm hungry, lets get some food! My Wallet: Nah bro, we're good!

[@ArmstrongRacing]

That 2nd gear still looks good man, don’t worry. If you had no shifting issues before with that nasty fluid you I’ll be fine. The “dogs” on 2nd still have a nice defined point, issues arise when they get hammered down to being rounded or having burs. Install the LSD, set preload, and send it....

[@shookme6727]

Agreed, I'd run it. A little wear there is nothing to worry about.

[@HumbleMechanic]

If this was a stock car, I would 100%! Now that I have the R32, I may want a little more flexibility with adding HP.. :)

[@ArmstrongRacing]

Where? You would be able to see them on the tip of the dogs. Did I miss it?

[@ArmstrongRacing]

Nice explanation. I guess I'm conditioned to see the REALLY bad gear grinds as a Subaru tech, This one looks like new to me haha

[@rogeronslow1498]

That synchro and dog teeth are fine. Unless you have a problem with it going into 2nd gear there's no problem.

[@n4th145]

I have a MK3 golf gti 16v that grinds going into 2nd gear at high rpm when you shift fast, but if you're gentle it usually doesn't grind. My question is would a slipping clutch cause this issue? As mine is starting to slip, but I'm guessing it is most likely second gear synchro. Also I'm guessing the tranny oil hasn't been changed in a long time as the filler bolt is seized solid. Appreciate any replies, thanks.

[@kennethstanley9400]

I want to rebuild transmissions but they look intimidating. Good video and advice

[@HumbleMechanic]

They can be, but with the right tools it’s not bad

[@FixinItWithZoeLyn]

i have only done one of these much harder than automatics i think but 2nd will go again just polish teeth into a shiny V the guys at the shop do it all the time we sponsor a VW racer girl so its gotta work and its gotta be cheap

[@Peter_Riis_DK]

It would be interesting to know why there are notches in the gear shown at 4:49. Not that I think they should be considered a noticeable defect though. Any explanation?

[@saxovtr1234]

Really enjoy your videos keep them coming

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you

[@TakeoMack]

Good looking my friend!!!

[@johnnymarton7931]

I have an '07 rabbit 2.5 with the 5 spd JCT code transmission. Something broke internally which caused a hole in the case. The research i have done suggests this is a common problem, but i have not been able to find any videos or pictures showing the problem or how to fix. I am wondering if you have any experience or videos with such a problem/solution on how to fix and prevent in the future.

[@userpike]

I installed a custom gear set and Wavtrac diff in my 02j. Thought about going full dogbox but didn't have the extra $5k laying around for the gear set. I only spent like 2k instead for JUST the GEARS!! VW transaxles are expensive to mod...

[@HumbleMechanic]

OUCH!!!!! How does it drive.

[@userpike]

It drives super nice and the Wavtrac diff is amazing. The warranty on the Wavtrac is about unbeatable! See my vid here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZPbhoGNmNaAkKc I purchased the gear set from www.eurospecsport.com and the Wavtrac came from www.autotechdriveline.com. The stock gears will handle 300 WHP all day long though. You'll save much time and money going to the u-pull it yard and yanking a working 02j out. The gears in your vid actually look pretty good. The chewed up sync tooth ring deal ( I forgot what its called) can be pressed off the actual gear and replaced. If you want some longevity out of your stock gears you can have them cryogenically treated. Either www.brokevw.com or www.vwtransaxles.com offers that service, I forget which. Both sites are VW transaxle information GOLD though. Check them out anyway you'll be impressed.

[@zilvinas82]

I want more video like this :)

[@TazR6]

Another great installment. :)

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thanks :)

[@btickson]

Being an ex-trans tech, I'd look for some sort of upgrade from that multi piece synchro on 2nd gear. If you can find someone that replaces that with a "standard type?" one piece synchro, I'd think it would be more robust as long as you can have the same drive-ability out of the thing of course.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Luckily 2nd is multi-piece. From what I have read, most go with OEM synchros. I found a few solutions but they are $$$$$$$

[@btickson]

HumbleMechanic I'm sure you researched it more than me.

[@effigy.smalls]

I was expecting you to actually do a hands on transmission tear down

[@dm882]

Phenomenal. Your videos are great! Keep it up bud.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you

[@matthewgarland5944]

got a newbeetle with std trans im looking for reman but im wondering if there is a german gear box made for there freeways

[@AvoKupelian]

What about the TDI 5th gear? Is it still going in?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Yep, Got it ready to go.

[@alshansmith]

hey this question isnt about a GTI but a CC its making a rattle when i start to brake an slow down? can u kinda stir me in a direction of repair if u heard of this before... no check engine and dealer says no leaks but recommends new trans???

[@everythingna1234]

Awesome video. Keep the mk3 content coming.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you :)

[@boostedb5884]

Charles, my man!!!! Does anyone make a limited slip diff for the 99 B5 1.8T platform?? It seems I only have 1 wheel peel and it's shredding the passenger tire lol 🚗💨💨💨 open diff??

[@HumbleMechanic]

HAHAH, not that I know of, the performance cars on that body style were mostly Quattro or 4Mo

[@borinpich7420]

Cool video, I’m having problems where when it shifts to 4th, it will jump and jerk back to 3rd a few times and will go to safe mode and just stay in 3rd. Would this be the mechatronices/solenoid issues or the transmission synchronizer? BMW mechatronic transmission

[@ferlopez1664]

hello where I get the gears of the 5th gear of the vr6 to decrease the rpm

[@lancecpldave]

Hey this might seem like a dumb question but is the only thing involved in a service of these transmissions draining an filling the fluid? I've only ever done automatic transmissions dsg and such and there is a little more to those ones

[@HumbleMechanic]

Yep drain and fill

[@coolissimo69]

Nice Video Charles as always, Can I ask you something my 2nd Gear on my Toyoya Avensis , it is not very easy to fit. Would you say is something related with the transmission or Clutch and Flywheel?

[@Kalo9543]

Is it easy and does it have benefits replacing the transmission shift tower on a mk3 with the mk4 transmission shift tower? (Vr6)

[@klousy58]

Any updates on the vr6t

[@HumbleMechanic]

Legit nothing has happened since this video. Lol

[@klousy58]

@@HumbleMechanic Bet your busy as hell. Can't wait to see the next update. Cheers for the reply all the best

[@eppyz]

If you get a remanufactured unit can't you ask for them to drill out the rivets for you? May save some time and effort in the long run. If it's an option. That transmission fluid was nasty😯

[@HumbleMechanic]

Nah, they have them ready to go most of the time.

[@zhaosteve9665]

Is that white car behind a vw gol?

[@BeloshapkaAutoBuilds]

What engine should I put in my mk1 rabbit? It’s currently an old 1.5d..

[@HumbleMechanic]

Which ever you think is the one that you can make work. OR do what I did for my mk1. Just find a parts car so you have everything.

[@andrewlewis4253]

Hey man! What a weird weird coincidence. I just split my 02A CTN and an 02C Syncro to do a TDI-geared 02C with a Peloquin. I was planning an in-depth video series for it and I think your vids are awesome. If you need any parts or footage or anything I would love to do a collab. I'm building a wicked b4V TDI Syncro on bags and 18's.

[@francakesfordinner]

Charles, what did your bent clutch fork feel like at the pedal? Was it impossible to bleed at the slave cylinder?

[@HumbleMechanic]

The pedal wouldn't come all the way up, and the clutch wouldn't always function to allow the trans to go into gear. It did feel like the clutch still had air in it.

[@rodrigop.s.5772]

Eai mano você tem de vir aqui no Brasil para conhecer uma oficina de preparação você vai gostar porque você é muito criativo

[@jdubsvr6]

Time for a quaife 6-speed syncromesh?

[@HumbleMechanic]

;)

[@JADIEMGarage]

What're your thoughts on a 02J transmission swap? I've read mixed thoughts on whether its stronger than an 02a.

[@HumbleMechanic]

It’s the better tower that people are hunting for. I’m not sure if it’s any stronger

[@DidierBan]

HumbleMechanic , what is your opinion on the triptonic transmission of a 2005 vw Passat ?

[@HumbleMechanic]

It’s okay. I had over 200k on mine. Whatever you do, don’t use non OEM fluid

[@DidierBan]

@@HumbleMechanic , thanks for the tip

[@manstialraceing]

I have a VR six golf six cylinder I blew the motor or should I rebuild it or should I look for a new motor?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Both are good options, weigh the cost and time differences.

[@tdlaustralia7791]

Looked like some cracks on the old clutch too. Hard to see on camera sometimes.

[@HumbleMechanic]

I tried really hard to get good shots of that clutch. LOL, either way it's toast.

[@jaypeeztabernac851]

ok so once the trans is done and stage 3 clutch with a limited slip diff, won't you just start breaking axles ?

[@HumbleMechanic]

I hope not... HAHA But I promise you we will find the next weak link

[@will.isnull]

Hey! What’s that guy you found who does rebuilds on your trans? I am in desperate search of someone who can do that for my mk4

[@HumbleMechanic]

The site is shut down. :(

[@will.isnull]

Awe man really? That sucks. Thanks for responding to my comment and letting me know! That’s awesome

[@Trident_Euclid]

What kind of lubricating fluid that transmission use?

[@HumbleMechanic]

75w90 oil

[@chandlerjacksonaz]

I have 2nd gear popout on my MT82 only when im engine braking. Seems like a bent shift fork, anyone think of anything else?

[@macro820]

Wonder if Gearboxvideo knows the VW transmissions lol

[@HumbleMechanic]

I have watched a few of his videos. That dude is the man.

[@mikejf4377]

This is a 02J, correct?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Technically this is a 02A, but we will be doing some 02J parts on install.

[@mikejf4377]

HumbleMechanic thanks

[@derrickgeorge5371]

12 year vw mechanic here need to do a channel together

[@HumbleMechanic]

Let's do it.

[@krzys0331]

Hi mate any update about gearbox?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Just got the last part to start going back together with it. Opted not to replace the gears, but to replace the synchros.

[@krzys0331]

I can't wait to watch it. I preparing to replace differential to lsd and 2nd and 3rd gear synchros. We will see what else :D

[@IIGrayfoxII]

My impreza needs a new transmission. When shifting into 2nd it sounds like a zipper and no other gears make this sound.

[@HumbleMechanic]

YIKES. I wold love to see the guts.

[@scottboulden5856]

Just had to put a new transmission in my Jetta $👨🏼‍🔧$

[@HumbleMechanic]

ouch

[@scottboulden5856]

Yeah man got a used Transmission installed $1200 later 🎉

[@elhijomexicanodetrump574]

How much would you charge for fixing a tiptronic 02 Jetta Transmission 5 speed

[@HumbleMechanic]

What's wrong with it?

[@elhijomexicanodetrump574]

HumbleMechanic Rough shifts

[@JohnDobak]

Cryotreat those gears bro. No seriously there are enthusiasts in the VW online community that sell either the gears or whole transmissions with it done.

[@thenhraguy4935]

You'll be fine just don't do burnouts, smash potholes and fly around at 130 miles an hour every chance you get . From all the work you've done to those cars you could have probably installed a jet Motor on the back of it.

[@rockydelapena7813]

Wanna know whats the outcome?

[@Santiago-cl8vt]

Its a big job but is nice !!!!!

[@bcredeur97]

Every FWD car should have an LSD tbh... They all (the ones I’ve driven around an autocross course anyway) have trouble off of corners with spinning the outside wheel lol

[@HumbleMechanic]

agree!

[@eojgnoix]

Yes, this is the content I been waiting for. DIY videos in ur humble garage

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thanks. In case you’re missing them(Thanks youtube) I’ve put out a ton of DIYS in the last year.

[@billyp.7889]

If you decide; to go through the whole trans yourself, you might look into the trans repair kits, by Luk called the "LuK GearBOX", more more info check the Schaeffler REPXPERT site. They come with everything you need; to refresh the trans and even have a instruction kit with it. I wish they would have had these; when I rebuilt my 02M, in that case, I had to get everything from the VW dealer and I can only assume, it would have been more cost effective, to get the repair kit through LUK. Google: "7239 LuK GearBOX VW02J"; for the .pdf repair manual and kit info. They have a video on youtube; showing them go through a 02T trans; which I thought was pretty cool, "LuK GearBOX repair solution for VW 02T transmission". You might need to contact Luk USA; to see who could sell you these kits, as they seem to be shown on their european based sites (Germany, UK). I think it would be cool; if you would connect with large european oem's like LUK and have some videos with them, showing their manufacturing, engineering and parts offerings, for the VW/Audi aftermarket industry and enthusiasts, like us, who have to keep fixing our broken cars! :)

[@HumbleMechanic]

DUDE!!!! This is killer info... THANK YOU

[@NomadPoker1]

Oh what I would do to be a fly on the wall! Lol

[@HumbleMechanic]

Lot of swears. HAHA

[@louisvilleundergroundmusic8736]

GOAT!!! HM

[@HumbleMechanic]

WOO!

[@varlunmulland3992]

Lol, but my wallet says "Nah dude, it's cool" xD xD

[@HumbleMechanic]

:)

[@tomwalma4762]

Dude, you have some teeth with missing material....replace those gears

[@jhuntosgarage]

All good. It's always 2nd gear. :/

[@HumbleMechanic]

Always. :)

[@RinegnProductions]

sounds like you want some parts for free

[@melchrisrian7957]

👍

[@KyleE-pm1nt]

Does this look fun to anyone else? I may be a gear-head.

[@codys_crap_cars]

Is that beard hair on your clutch?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Probably or dog hair.

[@Sens23Bruins]

Get faceplated gears!

[@davidmartinezvillegas3261]

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[@type2523]

First .......not

[@majesticbob884]

Oh shit first

[@dailydrive9003]

good channel and enjoy the content but had to stop after 41 seconds .I can't take hearing the word "issues " that many times in a row. The ratio of issues to other words is too high!They are called problems .A word that everyone seems to have a problem remembering nowadays.Let's debate the issues and solve the problems. Now let me tell you about the word awesome......never mind.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Okay... you must do what you feel is right... For those wondering the "issue" count at the 41 second mark was 3. ;)

[@DylanRabier]

Shave off that beard and I'll buy you a reman 😎

[@HumbleMechanic]

HAHAH, maybe one day.

[@Trident_Euclid]

NEVER

[@macgyver5108]

NAH!!! just needs this! "www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MRH014E/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1"

[@simonrawle7885]

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