| tweetiebirdcenter | -- 08-09-2017 @ 7:20 PM |
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I just got my 3sp od trans rebuilt and the builder suggested that I adjust the shift rods. 2nd gear is not going in all the way and 3rd gear the shifter is going down too far do I shorten the rod or lengthen the rod?
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| BUCKAWHO | -- 08-10-2017 @ 5:59 AM |
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Hi Tweetie....I too have a '51. I'd first determine that what the builder said is true. Put the trans in second, the car up on a lift, and see if the linkage has moved the lever on the side of the trans all the way into second gear. If it has not, then the linkage needs to be shortened. I'd move the end pins a turn at a time, so as not to go too far. Also be sure that all the links are secure, not worn away, and positive movement is assured. If there is any sloppyness in the linkage, replacement of worn parts may be necessary. BT
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| sarahcecelia | -- 08-10-2017 @ 3:35 PM |
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In neutral, those links under the hood that the rods attach to, should be for the most part pretty much parallel. if it is not going all the way in a gear (drops out of gear while driving) adjust that rod so it goes in more. Depending on the gear, that could be a little shorter or a little longer. Regards, Steve Lee
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| supereal | -- 08-13-2017 @ 1:41 PM |
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Remove the rods from the shift levers on the transmission and place then in neutral position. Then, with the column shift in neutral position, adjust the rods so they slip into the holes in the levers easily.
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