Slippage in tranny???

aussie_stu · Posted: Jun 23, 2003 10:15 pm Post subject: Slippage in tranny???

Hey guys not sure if you can help me at all, but when I pull out of the hole, I get a strange noise, that to me sounds as if something is "slipping", then after not even a second, it stops and the boat continues without trouble. The problem only occurs when taking off, and if you baby her out of the hole (ie use half- three quater throttle, and just drag the guys out slowly) it doesn't seem to happen. Have already check tranny fluid levels and they seem good. Any suggestions?? I need help!

mykwillis · Outlaw Joined: 05 May 2003 Posts: 105 City: garland, tx.

what kind of boat is it and how old is it? the direct drive tranny's are like automatic car trannys that have clutches in them with a planetary gear set. it is possible that it is slipping but would need more info.

aussie_stu · Posted: Jun 24, 2003 2:56 pm Post subject:

It's a 2002 matrix built in Australia, it is a direct drive mercruiser 315hp

Ralph · Posted: Jun 24, 2003 4:48 pm Post subject:

It's still under warranty take it back to the mechanic.

C-Stone · Posted: Jun 24, 2003 10:20 pm Post subject:

Sounds like a prop problem, possible tranny, check linkages.

chuck · Outlaw Joined: 22 Apr 2003 Posts: 170 City: Arlington Wa

You could have low pump pressure in the tranny. The pressure builds on the clutches as the RPM's increase. I had the same problem on my x-star and eventually the tranny puked. Best bet is to take it in and have it looked at.
What kind of boat..?

aussie_stu · Posted: Jun 25, 2003 4:47 pm Post subject:

thanks boys, looks like a trip to the shop for my baby

chuck, one o these

$-[]0[][]V[][]0-$ · Criminal Joined: 12 Jan 2003 Posts: 99 City: san jose

ever try tranny oil?slips when giving alot of throttle for a sec then all good huh.checkin it hot and running right?