Unable to shift into 2nd pass 6k rpm. - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

Nack54 · 09-21-2012, 08:43 PM

I'm having a situation where I'm unable to shift into second at 6k+ rpm from a dead stop. It has happen to me on several occasion and it's very frustrating. I've tried searching and went through several pages with no avail. Has this happen to anyone? Is there a solution or has my syncro's gone bad. I usually drive spiritly and on occasion would floor it from the light. I rarely get to drive the car. Put 10k on the cars in 2yrs, and any solution would be great. Im Jb4+dci

BigBoosting · 09-21-2012, 09:38 PM

I have the same issue with my 08' 335i E92. If I try and shift hard at high rpm's it wont go into gear and just grinds. Only 25K miles on my car too.

Dylan335i · 09-21-2012, 09:41 PM

AT or MT?

Nack54 · 09-21-2012, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigBoosting

I have the same issue with my 08' 335i E92. If I try and shift hard at high rpm's it wont go into gear and just grinds. Only 25K miles on my car too.

I have an 08 with 38k. It's annoying when you get someone to bite and then run them and have the problem come up.

Nack54 · 09-21-2012, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spoiledxjoker

AT or MT?

Mt

3-Serious · 09-22-2012, 07:08 AM

1-2 second is a bitch in these cars, I have to shift super slow for it to work.

JamesM3M5 · 09-22-2012, 10:46 AM

I find I can't even wind out 1st gear if I expect to have any traction for 2nd anyway. I short shift into 2nd.

Nack54 · 09-22-2012, 11:18 AM

The 1-2 shift is horrible. For it to engage I have to short shift at 5500rpm for it to go into second. I'm thinking of doing a tranny flush and the clutch fluid.

nitehawk · 09-22-2012, 01:18 PM

It happens to me on occasion too...the shifter pops sideways out of first b4 I can blink. Is this what you guys feel or actual gear grind?

I think its due to excess twist in the tranny/engine mounts, especially when tuned with tons of torque. I think upgrading to UUC transmission mounts + 335is passenger side engine might mitigate the issue. I can't comment on the increased harshness tho, Dzenno would be a good person to ask on the other forum...he has switched to these mounts

JamesM3M5 · 09-22-2012, 01:25 PM

I've seen nothing but failures with RE, UUC, whatever mounts - urethane or rubber, they both fail, some sooner than others, but they all suck. Go with OEM E46 M3 trans mounts. Cheaper, too.

nitehawk · 09-22-2012, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JamesM3M5

I've seen nothing but failures with RE, UUC, whatever mounts - urethane or rubber, they both fail, some sooner than others, but they all suck. Go with OEM E46 M3 trans mounts. Cheaper, too.

Interesting, they are compatible with the E9X platform?

Nack54 · 09-22-2012, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nitehawk

Quote:

Originally Posted by JamesM3M5

I've seen nothing but failures with RE, UUC, whatever mounts - urethane or rubber, they both fail, some sooner than others, but they all suck. Go with OEM E46 M3 trans mounts. Cheaper, too.

Interesting, they are compatible with the E9X platform?

+1 anything that can help shifting from 1st-2nd.

Ænema · 09-22-2012, 01:44 PM

1-2 shift is an asshole. I have to either short shift of shift sloooooooooowly

3-Serious · 09-22-2012, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ænema

1-2 shift is an asshole. I have to either short shift of shift sloooooooooowly

DefactoM6 · 09-22-2012, 03:23 PM

I have the same problem, can't stand it. Switched to redline, didn't really help at all. I'll have to try the e46 M3 mounts+IS engine mount...

Ferruccio · 09-22-2012, 06:07 PM

I have the same problem. I have to shift at a lower RPM to get it into gear under without grinding. People didn't believe me and insisted that I am not driving manual right. But, I can do it in the 540i just fine... :@

Iamstig335 · 09-23-2012, 08:48 AM

Sorry but someone had to say the obvious -> AT FTW

Just messing I kid I kid

Joshboody · 09-23-2012, 09:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JamesM3M5

I've seen nothing but failures with RE, UUC, whatever mounts - urethane or rubber, they both fail, some sooner than others, but they all suck. Go with OEM E46 M3 trans mounts. Cheaper, too.

great, just purchased the black ones... we'll see how they do. My 1to2 isn't so bad, but there's definitely more concentration involved. The tranny mounts are for the occational drivetrain "bang" when shifting fast/hard. Not sure what it is exactly, but thought i'd try some added stiffness.

Sniz · 09-23-2012, 04:50 PM

I ripped a set of Red UUC trans mounts in half the first day I installed a gt35r.....comical.

I'm now running AKG mounts and they work great and are holding up. My urethane engine mount however is crumbling in front of my eyes from excessive heat from the exaust manifold......ugh.

Chrisred · 09-23-2012, 05:18 PM

What can we do for xi models. They have different mounts??? I can't find anything out there.....that 1-2 gear is killing me on drag strip.

Sniz · 09-23-2012, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chrisred

What can we do for xi models. They have different mounts??? I can't find anything out there.....that 1-2 gear is killing me on drag strip.

when I had my e92 I found a 20oz+ shift knob from UUC really helped in ripping it through that 1-2 shift.

also look into a Jaffster Delrin race knob.....amazing piece and adds to the leverage.

BigBoosting · 09-23-2012, 08:01 PM

A shift knob isn't going to fix the issue at hand. I have the same issue as the OP and I agree it can possibly be fixed by more solid tranny/motor mounts. Will that fix it idk, that needs to be tried out by someone who can delineate between a sucky transmission and mount movement.

09-21-2012, 08:43 PM	#1
Nack54 Private First Class Drives: E92 coupe Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Phila Posts: 194 iTrader: (0)	Unable to shift into 2nd pass 6k rpm. I'm having a situation where I'm unable to shift into second at 6k+ rpm from a dead stop. It has happen to me on several occasion and it's very frustrating. I've tried searching and went through several pages with no avail. Has this happen to anyone? Is there a solution or has my syncro's gone bad. I usually drive spiritly and on occasion would floor it from the light. I rarely get to drive the car. Put 10k on the cars in 2yrs, and any solution would be great. Im Jb4+dci
	Tweet

09-21-2012, 09:41 PM	#3
Dylan335i First Lieutenant Drives: 2007 BMW 335i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Orlando Posts: 398 iTrader: (3)	AT or MT? __________________ JB4 G5 / Walboro LPFP/ BMS Flash/ M3 Rep Front Bumper / OSS Headlights / BC Coilovers / 5" ETS FMIC / 3" VRSF Downpipes / AA Charge Pipe & BOV / BMS DCI / LCI Tails / CSL Trunk / CF Interior / CF Emblems / Cyba Air Scoops / 15% Tints / 5k Fogs / EBC RedStuff Pads / Drilled & Slotted Rotors / ECS SS Brake Lines

09-22-2012, 07:08 AM	#6
3-Serious Lieutenant Drives: AP e92 335i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New york Posts: 443 iTrader: (0)	1-2 second is a bitch in these cars, I have to shift super slow for it to work. __________________ Cobb JR Tune, HFS-4, DCI, AMS Intercooler, Vishnu CP, Forge DV's, AR DP's, RPI exhaust, AR OCC, BMW STS, Spec stage 3+ clutch, CDV delete, H&R Coil overs, Quaife LSD, DefiV Lock down kit, WOTbox.

09-22-2012, 10:46 AM	#7
JamesM3M5 Some dude Drives: E28 M5, E92 335i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Northern VA Posts: 1,569 iTrader: (0)	I find I can't even wind out 1st gear if I expect to have any traction for 2nd anyway. I short shift into 2nd. __________________ RRT Racing E92 335i/6MT Dinan Stage 3 intercooler, oil cooler, intake, flash. E28 M5, R171 SLK350

09-22-2012, 01:25 PM	#10
JamesM3M5 Some dude Drives: E28 M5, E92 335i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Northern VA Posts: 1,569 iTrader: (0)	I've seen nothing but failures with RE, UUC, whatever mounts - urethane or rubber, they both fail, some sooner than others, but they all suck. Go with OEM E46 M3 trans mounts. Cheaper, too. __________________ RRT Racing E92 335i/6MT Dinan Stage 3 intercooler, oil cooler, intake, flash. E28 M5, R171 SLK350

09-21-2012, 09:38 PM	#2
BigBoosting Second Lieutenant Drives: 2008 335i 6spd Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Savannah Posts: 225 iTrader: (0)	I have the same issue with my 08' 335i E92. If I try and shift hard at high rpm's it wont go into gear and just grinds. Only 25K miles on my car too.

09-22-2012, 11:18 AM	#8
Nack54 Private First Class Drives: E92 coupe Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Phila Posts: 194 iTrader: (0)	The 1-2 shift is horrible. For it to engage I have to short shift at 5500rpm for it to go into second. I'm thinking of doing a tranny flush and the clutch fluid.

09-22-2012, 01:18 PM	#9
nitehawk Major Drives: AM e92 335i 6MT Join Date: May 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,319 iTrader: (12)	It happens to me on occasion too...the shifter pops sideways out of first b4 I can blink. Is this what you guys feel or actual gear grind? I think its due to excess twist in the tranny/engine mounts, especially when tuned with tons of torque. I think upgrading to UUC transmission mounts + 335is passenger side engine might mitigate the issue. I can't comment on the increased harshness tho, Dzenno would be a good person to ask on the other forum...he has switched to these mounts

09-22-2012, 01:44 PM	#13
Ænema Captain Drives: BMW Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Arizona Bay Posts: 863 iTrader: (0)	1-2 shift is an asshole. I have to either short shift of shift sloooooooooowly

09-22-2012, 03:23 PM	#15
DefactoM6 Sees the world the way it could be Drives: '88 M6, '02 Z8, '09 E92 335i Join Date: May 2010 Location: CT Posts: 765 iTrader: (11)	I have the same problem, can't stand it. Switched to redline, didn't really help at all. I'll have to try the e46 M3 mounts+IS engine mount... __________________

09-22-2012, 06:07 PM	#16
Ferruccio Second Lieutenant Drives: 2010 335i Join Date: May 2011 Location: South SF Bay Area, CA Posts: 225 iTrader: (0)	I have the same problem. I have to shift at a lower RPM to get it into gear under without grinding. People didn't believe me and insisted that I am not driving manual right. But, I can do it in the 540i just fine... :@

09-23-2012, 08:48 AM	#17
Iamstig335 IamStig335xi Drives: 07 335Xi black sedan Join Date: May 2011 Location: USA Posts: 74 iTrader: (0)	Sorry but someone had to say the obvious -> AT FTW Just messing I kid I kid

09-23-2012, 04:50 PM	#19
Sniz Lieutenant General Drives: e92 335 - gone // e36 M3 turbo Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 10,447 iTrader: (1)	I ripped a set of Red UUC trans mounts in half the first day I installed a gt35r.....comical. I'm now running AKG mounts and they work great and are holding up. My urethane engine mount however is crumbling in front of my eyes from excessive heat from the exaust manifold......ugh. __________________

09-23-2012, 05:18 PM	#20
Chrisred Captain Drives: BMW 335xi coupe Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 691 iTrader: (0)	What can we do for xi models. They have different mounts??? I can't find anything out there.....that 1-2 gear is killing me on drag strip. __________________ JB4 cp-e IC AMS exhaust BMS DCI AR DP's METH 19" VMR VB3 Stoptech BBK TC KLINE VORSHLAG

09-23-2012, 08:01 PM	#22
BigBoosting Second Lieutenant Drives: 2008 335i 6spd Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Savannah Posts: 225 iTrader: (0)	A shift knob isn't going to fix the issue at hand. I have the same issue as the OP and I agree it can possibly be fixed by more solid tranny/motor mounts. Will that fix it idk, that needs to be tried out by someone who can delineate between a sucky transmission and mount movement.

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search