[rk300d]

I just bought a 300d 4 speed, immaculate, but will grind if I don't shift slowly from 1st to 2nd. I'm not sure if it's RPM related, or just my physical shifting. Is this something that will get worse, or do these boxes just like an easy touch?

 

[dfwdiesel]

My 77 240D shiftd down from frome second to first with
out a problem. I use Mobil 1 ATF i...

My 77 240D shiftd down from frome second to first with
out a problem. I use Mobil 1 ATF in the four speed stick. Not expensive as the stick does not hold very much. It is no Hurst for speed and ease of shifting, but I like it. You will notice the difference with Mobil 1 in the trans,
John Gregg