Unaligned gear linkage? Need help

[Radugns]

Hi,
I bought a used 172 clio that has around 100k miles on board. Before this, I run a 1.2 16v clio which has no more than 20k miles, so it was like new. When I switch to the 172 I need a little time to "learn" how to shift, because it is a little different. Although it was different, I did not understand why moving into second gear the gearstick has a smaller amount of movement than moving into 4th gear. It's that normal? Only the second gear has smaller movement.
Thanks and hope you could help me,
Radu

 

[da rok]

should be the same amount of movement for each gear, if you want to re align it theres a few ways to do it mentioned in this thread:
http://www.cliosport.net/threads/gearbox-linkage-alignment.763492/

is there any crunching or difficulty in changing gears?

 

[Radugns]

No, there is no crunching or difficulty in changing gears, just the second gear has a smaller amount of movement. Maybe the plastics are worn on the gearstick?

 

[STEVE.M]

just the second gear has a smaller amount of movement.

Is this when stationary or when changing up under load from 1st to 2nd?

If the latter,the engine/gearbox may be moving on it`s mounts,shortening the movement required by the gear lever.

It would be less pronounced going from 3rd to 4th as there is less torque available.

 

[Radugns]

Well, it is both stationary and under load. Can I find a new kit and replace it?
Thanks for your answer.
Radu

 

[STEVE.M]

Can I find a new kit and replace it?
Radu

Well,if it`s not broke,don`t fix it.