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    Shifter reverse gate issue

    I have a 1990 325i with a 5spd, and sometimes it is difficult to get it into reverse (almost as if the gate doesn't want to give, no issues with the gear itself though), and randomly if I use reverse (or park it in reverse) then go to a forward gear the gate is no longer functional and it seems to be more difficult to hit all the gears now and I can easily put it back in reverse as if the gate isn't there at all. Usually after driving for a bit it will go back to normal. Has anyone else run into this issue? If so where should I be looking? Linkages?
    1990 325i 5spd
    09 135i 6spd m-sport package

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    Could be 1/3 things.

    1. Shift linkage

    2. Shift forks (not very likely)

    3. Synchros

    I'm sure you can figure out the linkage as long as you or someone you know is willing to get under the car while someone plays with the shifter.

    The latter two can be caused by low/lack of lube, although that's most likely not the case. Still though, doesn't hurt to check the little things first, right?

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