I have a 02 ep3 with a k24/a2 swap and I kept the same tranny. Even though I new it wasn't going to happen I hoped that the swap would either cure my 2-3 grind or @ least make it less of an issue now my car doesn't go n2 gear @ all only when the car is off then I can put it n 1st gear, MY QUESTION IS, IS THAT A RESULT OF THE 2-3 GRINDING. THANKZ.

 

I don't really understand your post with it's symbols and lack of punctuation. But I'm guessing your synchros are shot. And you kept the a3 tranny right? The increased power from the tranny could have pushed your synchros over the edge...

 

Someone else mentioned that it might be my synchronizers but I really don't know that much about transmissions at all. Thanks.

 

You could pick up a low milage 5 speed pretty cheap or spring for a used 6 speed. I don't think it would be worth it to fix the one you have now.