Mk7 Transmission BROKE! I’ll Show How, Why, & Rebuild In Under 10 Minutes (Plus Model Differences)

Don’t know much about your manual transmission? Here’s a crash course that’ll have you comparing them to Legos (endless cross compatibility)

[@marktuminaro4782]

Jake, you did an amazing job helping me with this transmission. Honestly, you did most of the work and I can’t give you enough credit! Thank you again and I’ll definitely be back to your shop.

[@BaunPerformance]

Yeah buddy, nice meeting you & knocking out the project. Looking forward to the next one!

[@c0Ld]

Is 3rd gear also on that same shaft?
edit: nevermind you answer my question a minute later in the video lol. was this likely caused by low fluid level and/or brake boosting?

[@BaunPerformance]

I’m confident rolling into boost below 3,000 RPM is the most profitable cause.
Like a diesel these cars will make crazy torque down low, but with great power comes great responsibility to diligently downshift and let the driveline stand a chance.
The shaft supports can help, but at the end of the day you really need to be 3,000+ RPM to safely use tuned MQB power

[@NameName-eq7oe]

Is there a trick to getting the shift tower back in? I had it in neutral when I took it out, and have the plastic tentioner removed, but doesn't want to go back in

[@BaunPerformance]

It’s kind of a wiggle and shake to get it aligned with all of the shift forks. Double check they’re all lined up in pairs

[@burb17]

@@BaunPerformance is that a part thats available separately?

[@sandmangti7040]

I’ll be second to that great comment!

[@BaunPerformance]

First time you’ve been beat in a WHILE! Thanks for watching 🍻