Glossary / Engine

synchros

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Synchros help the car's gears change smoothly without making a grinding noise. They make it easier to switch gears while driving.

Technical Definition

Synchros, or synchronizers, are components in a manual transmission that help match the speed of the gears to allow for smooth shifting. They prevent grinding and ensure that gears engage properly.

Hear It Discussed

"great new synchros close ratio gears"
The Minds Behind Nicole Johnson's Detour (Audio Only) Bring a Trailer Podcast 11:37

"It doesn't help the synchros. And these synchros need to be deliberately used."
Go Rallying With Your Friends — The Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep. 200 The Carmudgeon Show 09:37

"...that car had synchros between first and reverse so you had to come..."
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