ZFS547 Syncro problems

[metallitera]

I just bought a '96 1 ton 5spd and the 2nd gear syncro is out, and 3rd n 4th are goin out. If i double clutch 3rd & 4th downshift ok but i have to double clutch & match revs to downshift into 2nd with no grind.

Anyhow, I don't know much about trannys. I found a few places that sell all the parts and rebuild kits etc. Im comfortable with heavy engine work & such, but ive never done a tranny. I dont know what to look for once i got in there to know if more parts need to be replaced. I've found a few rebuilds for $1000 but i dont wanna fork over the money. Anyone know of any good reference material for rebuilding these trannys or have any advice.

Thanks

[cvdenson]

The shop manual will be your best bet. My synchro going into overdrive is bad and needs replaced. I was told that I might as well have the tranny rebuilt while their in that far.

Chris

[metallitera]

Originally Posted by cvdenson

I was told that I might as well have the tranny rebuilt while their in that far.

Chris

That's true, just an extra few hundred in parts that I don't have now. I think the gears are around $130 a pop.


I guess my next question is, will it hurt anything if I keep driving as is until I have the money, or somethin worse happens? lol