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Slips out of gear

Hello :),

I need some advice on my 1984 Nissan with 215k miles on it - runs like a charm :D EXCEPT that it will slip out of fifth gear unless it is manually held. I had a aftermarket cruise control put on it - could that have hurt it ? I used the cruise in 5th gear ( maybe that was a bad move ). What effect do cruise controls have on the car - are they good or bad ?.

How can I fix the 5th gear problem - all other gears work fine :D. Can a invidual correct this if so how can I learn how to fix it ?.

THANKS :D

Michael

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M
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Hi :),

I have a 1984 5 speed transmission ( manual ) that slips out of 5th gear only. Does anyone know what would cause this and how to fix it ?

Thanks

Michael

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M

Internal trans problems is the most likely problem (a worn out shift sleave and/or fork) The cruise comntrol has nothing to do with this.

Don't hold it in gear to keep it there as that will just tear up more stuff.

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Steve

Fifth gear synchromesh is shot. You're looking at close to a $1000 repair.

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Bill Schnakenberg

oh my :'(

Well the truth is the truth.......... Thanks for your help Bill.

Best

Michael

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M

Sorry it wasn't something easier (or cheaper). I had blown mine in a

1985 Pulsar back in 1993. It cost $800 at AAMCO then, but I did have them renew the clutch parts as long as they had the tranny out.

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Bill Schnakenberg

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