2nd gear issues

[soxfan1966]

Finally have an update after a longer than expected time in the shop.

I am picking it up in the morning on my way to work, and will provide more details on how it shifts etc, but here is a quick update.

First off, they replaced the clutch (including pressure plate and slave cylinder but not the flywheel as that was ok).

Then they did some work specific to the 2nd gear itself - broke down the transmission and replaced several parts (I have some of the specifics written down at home, and will get the full list tomorrow). They had gotten shipped the wrong part which took some time to correct, and then after re-assembly and test driving last week noticed an issue with a noise at higher speeds. They dismantled the transmission again this week and had to replace another part (a bearing or something similar, again hope to have specifics tomorrow).

But at this point mechanic says it shifts smooth and quiet, so I can't wait to find out for myself.

Been longer than anticipated, and cost was more than I hoped / planned, but if it's fixed right and gets me years more of driving pleasure without worrying about the 2nd gear issue it will be worth it.