FadedSS

iTrader: (15)

About a week ago I started noticing a whistling/fast rattling noise coming from my 01 ss when in gear. The noise is only apparent when I am in motion and do not have the clutch in. The sound is getting really annoying

A buddy of mine said it's most likely the synchronizers going bad. Does this sound about right?

If so, whats involved in replacing the snychro's? I am pretty sure that I would have to drop the tranny, should I look into a complete rebuild?

CranMaro99

iTrader: (10)

Yeah unfortunately that may be the cause but can you describe the sound a bit more? I know it is hard to do over the net. Maybe have a friend take video when you drive?

FadedSS

iTrader: (15)

unfortunately, i dont have the resources to get a cound clip uploaded. it almost sounds like a rattle snake rattling. its more of a rattle than a whistle. doesnt necessarily sound like anythings grinding-more like something is loose. i dont have any trouble getting the car in gear or shifting as it seems most people do when their synchro's go out

FadedSS

iTrader: (15)

the sound has been going on and off and is now sometimes apparent when the car is idling.

i cant tell where exactly the sound is coming from...could it be anything else besides the synchros?

Sully

iTrader: (8)

When you are sitting in neutral with the clutch engaged, does the rattling go away, get quieter, or louder?

FadedSS

iTrader: (15)

it just started to make the noise while stopped with the clutch engaged. The noise is definitely quieter then though...