Mk1 Golf GTi

[datzed]

Hey All, I just posted this in the facebook group. Thought I'd post it here too.

Engaging reverse in the 5 speed Golf GTi always results in crunching and rarely engaging reverse. Engaging forward gears is fine.

We noticed firewall flex during engagement where the clutch cable and rubber bush meets the firewall and have reinforced this as well as adjusted gear linkages. The issue momentary was fixed (like for a day) but its back again.

My questions are:

a) Any suggestions on what it might be? I'm thinking actual gearbox issue.
b) Any recommendations to whom to take this to?
c) Anyone know a good manual transmission specialist that might be able to help (East or South East Melb)?

Any help appreciated.

[Vinda76]

Sounds like the clutch isn’t fully disengaging and needs adjusting. Try going into 2nd before reverse without letting the clutch up.
Gav