Few Q's about DC5R....

[SHIFTY]

Hello ppl's... i got a few q's about DC5R's....

for example:

Is it true that there is a crunch when changing from 1st-2nd... if so is it fixable..
What other things are there to look out for when looking at buying a DC5R...

If there is any1 who can give me some advice about purchasing a DC5R can u pls add me on msn and give me some advice :P

My e-mail is:
Dave_rodan@hotmail.com

ight, thanx

p.s. hope i posted this in the correct section....

[Cracker]

The gearbox issue varies from person to person, I have been driving mine for 4 years now (August 03 model) and although it has rattled me in the past I rarley have any issues these days; Some people just need to learn how to shift it in a more desirable way me thinks. Not much to say really about what to look for when purchasing a second hand'i other than fair wear and tear, the recaro seats will be worn from getting in and out and the belt marks over the sholder will show signs of wear too. Always get the car checked by RACQ ect....if you see a potential buy.

DC5's are a great car to drive no doubt about it and most owners are quite prowd so most you will be looking at should be in good condition.

[SHIFTY]

So is it fixible (the gear crunching?) coz to tell u the truth i dont whant a car that crunches gears.... i heard that changing the better synchros fixes the problem... has any1 had the problem and fixed it ?

Thanx

[noodleman]

check front engine mount, they are known to break easily

[3r1k]

I have no problem whatsoever except when the engine & tranny is cold.

[Sampson]

I have not had this problem what so ever love the car just so dam fun to drive but with bloody good built quality(the R in WRX stands for ratlles I should know I owned three before being introduced to the wonderful world of honda )

[Chi]

Had a friend complained about his gears crunching from 1st to 2nd, went to check it out , ended up being his driving.

You know who you are !!!

[SHIFTY]

i was researching it and there seems to be a fix... with changing the bushings and ect... would this actually work... i dont wona buy a car that 'crunches' gears.... could be embarrasing :P

[hebe]

It could also be your gearbox oil as well...I've experienced gears crunching previously in the DC2R but after a oil change, it was fine!

[tofu]

also check for any bonnet rattles...
if there's bonnet rattles, then most likely the front end has been repaired..