Lots of drag and notchiness when shifting gears - do I need new trans fluid?

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08-01-2014, 09:44 AM

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Lots of drag and notchiness when shifting gears - do I need new trans fluid?

I have a 07 350z manual transmission (nismo) with about 48,000 miles. I bought it at about 24,000 miles and remember the gears changing effortlessly. Lately, I've noticed a lot of drag shifting between all gears, and shifting into 3rd gear feels extra notchy, although not quite grinding yet.

Any suggestions? Do I need to top off or change transmission fluid? Is this just normal wear and tear?

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08-01-2014, 02:15 PM

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Couldn't hurt.

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08-02-2014, 02:00 PM

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08-02-2014, 06:01 PM

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If fluid replacement didnt change the symptoms much, look into clutch engagement point. There is a possibility that the clutch doesn't disengage fully.

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08-08-2014, 05:29 PM

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try motul gear 300 . felt the difference in my hr.

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Originally Posted by POS VETT

If fluid replacement didnt change the symptoms much, look into clutch engagement point. There is a possibility that the clutch doesn't disengage fully.

could you point me in the direction of how to do that. Maybe a video or forum page please.