Shifting Issues - LotusTalk

TexasHooligan111 · 09-02-2009, 07:54 PM

I'm having some issues with the shifting on my 240S. When I downshift from 3rd to 2nd it grinds a bit.
I track the car often probably about 3-4 times a month. I have less than 3K on the car.
I recently installed Shifter re-enforcer & engine mounts hoping it would help with the shifting problem......NOPE...NO LOVE

FIL · 09-02-2009, 07:58 PM

Seems too obvious, but you sure you are good on transmission fluid.

Grinding on down shifting sounds like a synchro issue.

TexasHooligan111 · 09-02-2009, 08:03 PM

I'm going to have to check it out in the morning. I'm pretty hard on the car at the track and I always use the clutch

TexasHooligan111 · 09-02-2009, 08:04 PM

where can I download the workshop manual for my 2008 240S?

fpitas · 09-03-2009, 05:00 AM

Lotus Elise Maintenance, Drain and Refill Gearbox Oil

Tried MT-90 yet? It worked for a lot of us.

Changed Transmission Oil... Used MT-90

BTW, the tranny can also be filled from the top, using a hose attached to a funnel. No necessity for a pump unless you just prefer that way.

09-02-2009, 07:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
TexasHooligan111 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3	Shifting Issues I'm having some issues with the shifting on my 240S. When I downshift from 3rd to 2nd it grinds a bit. I track the car often probably about 3-4 times a month. I have less than 3K on the car. I recently installed Shifter re-enforcer & engine mounts hoping it would help with the shifting problem......NOPE...NO LOVE

09-02-2009, 07:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
FIL Serial Thrilla Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 236	Seems too obvious, but you sure you are good on transmission fluid. Grinding on down shifting sounds like a synchro issue. __________________ 05' Elise - BWR supercharger, Quaife LSD, Nitron Race Triple Adjustable, LETSLA, Larini Decat, Larini Exhuast, ACT HDSS, Fidanza flywheel, V2 Fuel Tank, V2 Steering Arms, BWR sway bar, desnorkled, ForcedFed CF splitter, Manly's engine mounts, S111 harness bar, Schroth harness w/ S111 seat grommets, Oil Drain Valve, Painted Black Diffuser, Braille battery, Custom Battery Switch 05' Corvette - Z51 Convertible - 630hp 6.6L [DON'T YOU JUDGE ME!!!] (SOLD!)

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fpitas User, Registered Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Leesburg, VA Posts: 1,827	Lotus Elise Maintenance, Drain and Refill Gearbox Oil Tried MT-90 yet? It worked for a lot of us. Changed Transmission Oil... Used MT-90 BTW, the tranny can also be filled from the top, using a hose attached to a funnel. No necessity for a pump unless you just prefer that way. __________________ Francis 2006 Chrome Orange Elise: LSD/TC, Nitron SAs with 425/650 springs, BWR 7/8" Front Bar, Eliseparts bumpsteer kit, VF Stage 2, 2bular Header + Sport Cat + 8x24 GT3 Muffler, ECU Tune by Jermaine, Smaay's fuel rail, ACT XT clutch, Saikou Michi dual catch can, Moroso pan, Manly's mount inserts & FF Engine Damper 2000 Black Integra Type R: - 213,000 miles...running again! Last edited by fpitas : 09-03-2009 at 05:16 AM.

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09-02-2009, 08:03 PM	#3 (permalink)
TexasHooligan111 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3	I'm going to have to check it out in the morning. I'm pretty hard on the car at the track and I always use the clutch

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TexasHooligan111 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3	where can I download the workshop manual for my 2008 240S?

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