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JimD · 08-09-2018, 09:57 AM

Unfortunately I think your high effort will get worse with a shorter throw shifter and may well be due to the second gear synchros. That would explain why it only occurs going into that gear. I don't know that it is better but I use redline. I used MTL for the first 70K miles and recently switch to their automatic transmission fluid which is recommended for the 128i. Shifts are lighter which is to be expected with thinner lubricant. I don't see any difference going into 2nd versus third etc..

08-09-2018, 09:57 AM	#6
JimD Brigadier General 368 Rep 3,547 Posts Drives: 128i convertible Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lexington, SC iTrader: (0)	Unfortunately I think your high effort will get worse with a shorter throw shifter and may well be due to the second gear synchros. That would explain why it only occurs going into that gear. I don't know that it is better but I use redline. I used MTL for the first 70K miles and recently switch to their automatic transmission fluid which is recommended for the 128i. Shifts are lighter which is to be expected with thinner lubricant. I don't see any difference going into 2nd versus third etc.. __________________ 128i Convertible, MT, Alpine White, Black Top, Taupe Leatherette, Walnut, Sport Ordered 5/22/09, Completed 6/4/09, At Port 6/9/09, On the Georgia Highway 6/13/09, Ship Arrived Charleston 6/24/09 at 10pm, PCD 7/21/09
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