cold shift difficult from 1st to 2nd (1993 cherokee)

Does it make noise when you try to shift it under the difficult to shift condition, or is there just resistance? That would be the difference between a worn synchro clutch and a slightly bent shift fork. My Wrangler, about the same vintage, complains when shifting into second, unless I do it at exactly the right road speed. You can learn to live with it.

If you do decide to get the transmission overhauled, seriously think about not only clutch replacement but upgrading to the new style external slave cylinder at that time.

Earle

It's normal, my 93 YJ has always been like that, just double clutch until the oil warms up and gets thinner, you could also try to use multigrade synthetic oil with a lower number, the problem is the cold thick oil slows the syncros... Miguel Londono.

Thanks,

I actually looked a little deeper in past messages and found a lot of posts consistent with your rec. It appears to just be difficult to shift into--no noise or anything.

Best, Bret> It's normal, my 93 YJ has always been like that, just double clutch until

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Fresh oil does them wonders. I noticed a large difference when I switched to a semi-synthetic. Be sure you get the right type of fluid.

Jeeps also don't have a high water vent on the tranny for some strange reason, so it isn't uncommon to find water and mud inside of them.

Mike

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Hey dude,

I drained a quart of gear oil and added a quart of Lucas heavy duty oil stabilizer. It doesn't completely eliminate the problem, but helps shifting 'til the oil gets warmer.

Marty

bret> Hi All,