My westy is not a syncro but also has the sticky 2nd gear when cold.  Shifts
normal when warm. I'll change the fluid over to redline this weekend and
report any changes.

> Just a question:  does this happen ALL the time or only when the engine is
> cold?  It's my understanding that "sticky second gears in the morning" are
> VERY common...
>
> Other Syncrofolks experience this?
>
> Tony
> '91 Syncro Westy ('teepee')
>