Hi Everyone,
I have been trying to find the gearbox thread on here where everyone who has broken a gearbox registers
the mileage and mods on their RS6's.
I have tried key word searches etc and it doesn't come up.
Can anyone help please?
Cheers.
Gearbox thread
Re: Gearbox thread
Daytona RS6 Avant
Rule #36 - At least one gear shall be dropped for every tunnel travelled
** NOW AVAILABLE ** C5 RS6 Cambelt Tool kit rental (also fits other models 3.7/4.2 V8 engines)
Rule #36 - At least one gear shall be dropped for every tunnel travelled
** NOW AVAILABLE ** C5 RS6 Cambelt Tool kit rental (also fits other models 3.7/4.2 V8 engines)
Re: Gearbox thread
Nailed it Chris. I had a quick search but couldn't see it either.
previous- Pug 205 gti, 306 gti, 309 gti Goodwood.
Audi S3, S4 V8 avant.
Porsche Macan Turbo.
Gone but NEVER forgotten - C5 RS6 Misano red avant.
Now - Empty garage
If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there!
Audi S3, S4 V8 avant.
Porsche Macan Turbo.
Gone but NEVER forgotten - C5 RS6 Misano red avant.
Now - Empty garage
If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there!
Re: Gearbox thread
Probably not very relevant any more.
Daytona RS6 C5 Avant. Viper'd, Billies, Waggers, MTM box brain, C6 stoppers, xcarlink, R8 coolant cap (woohoo)
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
Re: Gearbox thread
In that all the ones that were OK are now broken?
"not a professional engineer, mechanic and mechanist"
Re: Gearbox thread
More that people are less likely to know the history of their cars.
Daytona RS6 C5 Avant. Viper'd, Billies, Waggers, MTM box brain, C6 stoppers, xcarlink, R8 coolant cap (woohoo)
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
Re: Gearbox thread
You starting to lose your memory already then Shopp?
previous- Pug 205 gti, 306 gti, 309 gti Goodwood.
Audi S3, S4 V8 avant.
Porsche Macan Turbo.
Gone but NEVER forgotten - C5 RS6 Misano red avant.
Now - Empty garage
If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there!
Audi S3, S4 V8 avant.
Porsche Macan Turbo.
Gone but NEVER forgotten - C5 RS6 Misano red avant.
Now - Empty garage
If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there!
Re: Gearbox thread
Thanks Nobby.
Mine has gone I think.
It's on limp mode by the feel of things after missus reported
violent down shifts on relaxed king distance 85mph motorway trip.
It's booked in with Grizz to assess.
My car is a keeper so I'll do whatever he suggests.
Are there any T/C or gearbox mods the group here can recommend in the abscence of 517 transmission providing proper service?
Also, having read the old gearbox thread, Shoppininit; are you STILL on the original gearbox?
Cheers
Mine has gone I think.
It's on limp mode by the feel of things after missus reported
violent down shifts on relaxed king distance 85mph motorway trip.
It's booked in with Grizz to assess.
My car is a keeper so I'll do whatever he suggests.
Are there any T/C or gearbox mods the group here can recommend in the abscence of 517 transmission providing proper service?
Also, having read the old gearbox thread, Shoppininit; are you STILL on the original gearbox?
Cheers
Re: Gearbox thread
Yup. My gearbox is smooth as silk (touch wood).
If I were to have trouble with the gearbox I believe that I would buy the Level 10 repair / reinforce kit and either get someone to fit it or do it myself. Such a faff removing the gearbox though.
Failing that, I would source a ZF remanufactured box, preferably with a discount, and have that fitted.
I wonder what Audi are charging for a box these days. If you can get a discount on one, then you'll get the 2 year warranty which is of some comfort. Still a ZF reman box, but with extra warranty.
If I were to have trouble with the gearbox I believe that I would buy the Level 10 repair / reinforce kit and either get someone to fit it or do it myself. Such a faff removing the gearbox though.
Failing that, I would source a ZF remanufactured box, preferably with a discount, and have that fitted.
I wonder what Audi are charging for a box these days. If you can get a discount on one, then you'll get the 2 year warranty which is of some comfort. Still a ZF reman box, but with extra warranty.
Daytona RS6 C5 Avant. Viper'd, Billies, Waggers, MTM box brain, C6 stoppers, xcarlink, R8 coolant cap (woohoo)
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
Re: Gearbox thread
What is the level 10 kit?
I'm interested to know.
I will ask Grizz to contact Audi and price a new box before ordering a recon.
I'm interested to know.
I will ask Grizz to contact Audi and price a new box before ordering a recon.
Re: Gearbox thread
Daytona RS6 C5 Avant. Viper'd, Billies, Waggers, MTM box brain, C6 stoppers, xcarlink, R8 coolant cap (woohoo)
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
Re: Gearbox thread
I'd think with any gearbox issues you change the fluid & filter, check for leaks and then replace the transmission range sensor first before deciding the box is terminally knackered. The switch going gives exact symptoms of a failing box - awkward shifts, dithering, clunking and slipping feeling kind of shifts. Mine didn't warn me it was on its way out until recently. I think it's actually been dodgy for a while. Change the sensor and it's perfect. It's back to being telepathic.
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Re: Gearbox thread
Might be wrong on this but changing the MAFs really helped my shifts. I had other symptoms which led me to replace them (ESP light coming on, lurching etc) but I believe they are used for working out the engine load calculation, which I am guessing is then used on calculating the shift characteristics. You can tell how old the MAFs are as they nicely have the date stamped on them. Mine were original and on 96k.
Current: RS6 C5 Avant, E60 5 Series, '78 Mini (Queued for restoration)
Past: R56 Mini Cooper S
Past: R56 Mini Cooper S
Re: Gearbox thread
There's also place called http://getriebeklinik.com/ who seem to do good business tinkering with our cars.
Can't remember who used them, but the link was on here originally - I also follow them on Facebook and they do a few ZF gearbox rebuilds.
They are in Germany though. Sprechen sie Deutsch?
Can't remember who used them, but the link was on here originally - I also follow them on Facebook and they do a few ZF gearbox rebuilds.
They are in Germany though. Sprechen sie Deutsch?
Daytona RS6 Avant
Rule #36 - At least one gear shall be dropped for every tunnel travelled
** NOW AVAILABLE ** C5 RS6 Cambelt Tool kit rental (also fits other models 3.7/4.2 V8 engines)
Rule #36 - At least one gear shall be dropped for every tunnel travelled
** NOW AVAILABLE ** C5 RS6 Cambelt Tool kit rental (also fits other models 3.7/4.2 V8 engines)
Re: Gearbox thread
Only 500 miles from London... Stick the car on a trailer and take it there. Enjoy some nice Bratwurst while they are doing it. At least you can test it before driving home. 
Think I'd rather do that than send a box to the USA and pray.
Think I'd rather do that than send a box to the USA and pray.
Daytona RS6 C5 Avant. Viper'd, Billies, Waggers, MTM box brain, C6 stoppers, xcarlink, R8 coolant cap (woohoo)
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
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