Originally posted by TommySVT:
I asked my transmission guy about it and he said it's because they don't install synchro's for reverse gears. 
Depends on the car. I believe that the mose transmissions, including the MTX75, have a synchro on reverse. The proof is that you can put it in reverse while rolling a bit either forward or back and it won't grind. My old Miata had a non-synchro reverse gear, and it had to be absolutely stopped to grab reverse without grinding.
As for blipping the throttle with your foot off the clutch when cold, remember that your motor is cold too and the oil isn't flowing as well as when hot, so if you do this don't overdo it.
Scott
