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Re: 2nd gear synchro grind [joeluc13]
by szxyz1
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Nov 23, 2005 (8:27 pm)
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Replying to: joeluc13 (Nov 23, 2005 7:14 pm)
I have a 2003 RSX 5-speed, and I don't believe the 2nd (and 3rd) gear grind is a shift timeing issue. I've had mine grind at low rpms with shifts I know were slow, solid, and accurate. I've purchased new an '89 Accord, '96, '99, and '02 Civics, all 5-speeds and never had this problem(or anything similiar). I fail to see how my shift timing changed suddenly when I purchased this car. Honda needs to admit to this defect, but they are too thick headed, because the know they usually get it right. This has burst my perception that Honda is perfect, but they do make entertaining cars. Im ready to buy something new, but not sure yet if I want to take a chance with another Acura. Unfortunately i'm kind of drooling thinking about what the '07 RSX will be like.
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Re: 2nd gear synchro grind [szxyz1]
by joeluc13
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Nov 24, 2005 (12:08 am)
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Replying to: szxyz1 (Nov 23, 2005 8:27 pm)
This is my first Honda vehicle with a manual tranny so I really don't have much driving experience with a Honda MT, although I do also have an AT 97 Honda Civic EX Cpe and it's not relavant to this issue. My friend told me that Honda has a long history of having slow synchros, along with a light-feel designed clutch. He also did mention that he has some 2nd gear synchro grinding on some of his Hondas before, although it happens far less that the S2000 and the RSX. I remember this grinding issue really became famous during the first year of the S2000 years back and apparently it has not disappeared. They've let the RSX inherit the problem instead. But since you mentioned owning multiple Hondas with MTs on all of them, I do believe that you have more experience in Hondas than any of my friends. It's just funny how Honda couldn't make this synchro grinding issue go away after releasing thousands of vehicles out of the production line. I guess this would be my last Honda MT vehicle. And I wouldn't be surprised if the new 06 Civic Si would have the same synchro grinding problem as well. If it wasn't for the gas mileage (considering the distance I drive most of the time and the fluctuating gas prices), I would have bought a WRX instead. 
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Re: 2nd gear synchro grind [joeluc13]
by mikes302
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Nov 26, 2005 (7:11 pm)
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Replying to: joeluc13 (Nov 23, 2005 7:14 pm)
I've had the same issue with my 05 type S and just now (a year later) the dealer just replaced the syncros for 2nd and 3rd gears due to excessive wear. It was however covered by the normal warranty. According to them it's a known issue but I haven't checked the TSBs. It's funny 6 months ago they told me that it's normal that I have to rev to 3000 rpms in order to shift to 3rd gear. Now all gears are smooth.
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Re: 2nd gear synchro grind [mikes302]
by joeluc13
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Nov 28, 2005 (10:09 pm)
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Replying to: mikes302 (Nov 26, 2005 7:11 pm)
Wow, that's good to know. Thanks. I never had any problems shifting from 2nd to 3rd but I did a have a problem shifting from 1st to 2nd a month ago. Somehow it went away and I hope it doesn't come back. Since you mentioned that you have rev it to 3000 rpm to shift 3rd gear, with the dealer telling you that it's normal, I guess that confirms that Honda's triple-cone synchros are indeed slow. I've heard other people switch to a different transmission oil and thought of it, but I realized that it could void the warranty since it's not the recommended type of oil to use. Anyways, I'll just keep my fingers crossed at the moment. By the way, are you also having some clunking noises on the front struts? Mine does clunk a little at times, but I'm not so worried about it because it's not a safety issue and it's covered by warranty if something bad happens.
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Re: 2nd gear synchro grind [szxyz1]
by hakunamatata
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Dec 01, 2005 (2:30 pm)
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Replying to: szxyz1 (Nov 23, 2005 8:27 pm)
Pretty much the same experience here. I have a 2004 type S that I have been driving for 3 months now. I have to admit that the frequency of the grinds has reduced over time. But as soon as I believe that I have mastered the shifts, it happens again. So I don't think it is a shift timing issue. Somebody mentioned to have gotten the synchros replaced under warranty. I will give that a shot at the local dearlership.
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Are the Leather Seats Inferior
by joem5
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Dec 07, 2005 (12:30 pm)
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my last four Integras and my RSX front drivers seat leather has cracked twice and been relaced twice. Is it because of it's kidney shape?It's got to be cheap leather,because none of my friends cars leather is as dry and rough like mine. 
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Re: Are the Leather Seats Inferior [joem5]
by Mr_Shiftright HOST
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Dec 07, 2005 (2:49 pm)
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Replying to: joem5 (Dec 07, 2005 12:30 pm)
it depends a lot on the quality of the leather and the treatment the owner gives it. The leather you get on a $50K car is going to be better grade than a $30K car.
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Re: 2nd gear synchro grind [hakunamatata]
by joeluc13
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Dec 07, 2005 (9:42 pm)
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Replying to: hakunamatata (Dec 01, 2005 2:30 pm)
Thanks for your feedback, guys. It is good to know that everything is covered by warranty. It's just I really hate going to the dealership for something like this. It doesn't grind now, and I hope it continues that way. When the time comes that I have to take it to the dealership for maintenance, I'll have them look into it if there is some excessive wearing on the synchros.
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RSX speed-depending vibration
by vickat
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Dec 11, 2005 (2:56 pm)
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Hi everyone,
last Sat, after cold nite, started up my RSX'03 base auto, 66K miles, and drove slowly for ~ 1mile. Hit the highway, and when speed reached 60 mph, car began vibrate, with steering wheel shaking badly. First thought was, bent rim. Slowed down to 50 mph, drove for ~10 miles, all shaking gone.
Could that have been frozen brake caliper? All theories welcome - thanks, Victor
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Re: RSX speed-depending vibration [vickat]
by rsx_va
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Dec 11, 2005 (3:41 pm)
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Replying to: vickat (Dec 11, 2005 2:56 pm)
Was the car parked outside with ice or snow on it? I've had this happen when ice built up on one side of the rim, causing a balance vibation. After a while the ice melts or shakes off and the vibation goes away.
Another cause can be tires that flat-spot when they sit in the cold, and they take a while to "round up" again.
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