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gearbox

  1. Murf_1984

    Hi everyone, Mk2 Cupra owner, some problems....

    Hello to everyone. First off I absolutely love my mk2 Cupra. Previously owned a mk2 diesel FR. Looking for some advice if possible and apologies if it's already been covered. There is a knocking noise coming from near side wheel area when I turn slow and tight. I'm thinking I have an issue...
  2. Power/Gearbox Problem, Help!

    Hi everyone, I’m hoping somebody might be able to help me! I’ve got a problem with my dsg 1.4 Ibiza Cupra (I’ve added a video link to show the issue, it’s hard to explain but I’ll try my best!) The car sets off as normal then all of a sudden gears down regardless of speed and looses power, it...
  3. Cupra 280 Weird Creaking noise

    Hello, I have recently discovered a weird creaking/rattling noise which only occurs when the car starts to accelerate after coasting at idle speed. If I put it in 2nd and slow down so that the car is moving using engine idle and then accelerate, the creaking noise happens and then goes away...
  4. How does your gearbox feel??

    As above really. My 5k mile old Exeo's gearchange is pretty notchy and sometimes a bit stiff, even when the gearbox is warm. Is yours the same, or do I need to have a moan :) Conks
  5. robbob

    Gearbox Removal

    As title suggests I have to take the gearbox off, to get it recondition Is there anything I should be aware of before doing this? I have taken the 'box off my last car to change the clutch. Mk3 golf. Does anyone know of a removal guide on here? Also while the box is off I might as well...
  6. Leon 2000MY - Gearbox problems

    Hi I've a W reg Leon with 120k on the clock and recently it's having gearbox problems. Under acceleration the gearbox is fine but without power being applied or just cruising it sounds like a bag of old spanners. I've taken it to my local indy garage and they've diagnosed a diff problem, they...
  7. Leon Cupra R Gearbox

    Hi! I couldn`t find any information on internet, so I`m asking here. I`m driving Seat Leon Cupra R, and I`m wondering - do this car have simple road car gearbox, or some kind of semisport or sport gearbox? I`m asking this because of some strange noise coming from gearbox, while braking...
  8. AlexGSi2000

    Gearbox Oil

    Just looking for some advice on what kind of gearbox oil I should be going for. Iv had a quick search round the forum, but found no definitive answer. Im running around 230Bhp - original gearbox oil, just running up to 90,000 miles, gathered it would be a good idea to get some fresh stuff...
  9. Does the mk4 gearbox need the 16mm spline piece?

    For the drain and fill plugs. Planning on sticking some 75/90 fully synthetic in there as I don't think it's been done in 109k. Cheers
  10. Craigus

    Changing Gearbox oil on LCR

    Where abouts is the filler cap, and drain cap on the gearbox, if any peeps would have pics would be very very helpful? Cheers Craig
  11. Invisible

    Cupra Gearbox Code Anyone?

    Just installed a full technical service manual on my laptop, currently filing in the setup data so it can extract the correct information for my car. I have an 08 Seat Leon Cupra K1. The last box I need to complete is the Gearbox code. Does anyone know where I can find this? So Far I...
  12. danarmstrong

    2001 ibiza cupra 1.8T 20V Gearbox

    I have just blown my gearbox to bits and was wondering if there are any other boxes that will fit part from a 2001 ibiza cupra, having problems finding a ibiza cupra box. any info please reply to thread or email me [email protected]
  13. meltonlad

    gearbox oil change

    hi peeps how do i check the oil level in the gearbox ?? also how would i change the oil ? what parts would i need and oil ?? its on a 1.8 'X' plate.
  14. Ieuan-J

    Possible dead gearbox????

    ive been reading about gearbox's and come to think of it mine whines... but i thought that was just my clutch because the thrust bearing had gone in it, if im driving it sound like something is rubbing but i put my clutch down and it stops... and also since my clutch went theres no drive in 4th...
  15. My New Mk2 (gearbox problem)

    Hello there peeps, I am new to this site and also new to Seat's. I have just bought myself a Ibiza 2.0 8v Gti Cupra Sport. I don't have any knowledge what so ever on gearboxes and would appreciate your help. The problem is that its very tight and hard to find the gears. I was wondering if...
  16. Gearbox

    ive been reading about and came across things that say some golf gti gearbox's go niceley into the ibiza gti 8v, from what i can gather the mk3 2ltr 8v golf gti box is the best candidate! so if its not too much hassle i'll prob go for it(and put a nice clutch in while im at it) anyways...
  17. Gearbox

    Right i picked up my first leon dannyboi's old one, driving alond and the gearbox seems to be very stiff, also i struggle to find reverse and some time 3rd and 1st, what could this be? Do i need to put the clucth to the floor or not, is it a hydraulic clutch? Any ideas? Thanks Sam
  18. best ibiza mk2 2.0 gearbox

    ive been reading a few threads that have said the mk2 golf gearbox is better/stronger than the standard 8v mk2 ibiza one, and since my gearbox is just about worn out, i might as well see which gearboxes will fit and give the best driving results. eg would mk3 1.8t ibiza gearbox fit, 6 speed if...
  19. motty_90

    Which gearbox will fit??

    im wondering is there are any other gearboxes that will fit a AYP engine. The only code ive got is a EWP. cheers
  20. Re map with dsg gearbox

    hello i want to know if the dsg box in my fr 170tdi (2010) will be ok to have a remap has i know that over 300ft tuq cluthes start to slip on manual box" how much can one of these boxs handlewith out breaking it
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