Hi everyone

I live in Australia and I am lucky enough to own one of these fine cars. I must admit though it has had its “challenges” and but for some reason I do love this car. I can’t explain it and when it’s running right there is nothing like it.

Anyway. The transmission was overhauled around 25,000 miles ago and seems fine, however recently it is developing problems…..

Cruising in 4th gear and if I accelerate hard it will change down to 3rd but it is not smooth and there is a rather large “bang” and hesitation before it finds 3rd gear.

I’m thinking that’s not good?

No codes from the gearbox and it changes very well other than 4th --> 3rd

Million dollar question….. What to you guys think? Time for another gearbox? (I really hope not) Could it be one of the Valve Bodies?

I had the Sump pulled and the transmission fluid is clear with no metal / swarf in the oil.

Ideas please

Cheers, John