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1951 F1 trans linkage
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51f1 |
03-17-2011 @ 12:24 PM
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I had to replace or repair all of the parts in the remote shift assembly. I also had to drill out the hole in the lower end if the tube that runs down the column and use a larger pin. (This is the pin that holds the solid insert in the tube, not the shifter pin.) Also, the hole in one of the shift fork shafts coming out of the transmission that receives the pin that holds it to the shift lever was larger than the pin, so I had to address that. It all wears out, so check it all for looseness. Any little bit of slack will be magnified at the shift lever. Richard
This message was edited by 51f1 on 3-19-11 @ 12:51 AM
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supereal |
03-17-2011 @ 10:46 AM
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Yes, the entire shifting system usually wears because the grease fitting on the column was missed. Sloppy linkage can often be traced to the arms, themselves, but more often the grommets on both ends of the rods are shot, and the shifter arms on the transmission side plate are loose. The grommets are available as a kit from suppliers such as C&G. For your truck, order it as 01A-7354-RK. If there is any play in the arms on the side cover of the transmission, either the arms and/ or the attaching pins are likely worn. Often, we have to drill both the arms and the shaft holes oversize for either roll pins or bolts. If you see any leakage around the shafts, it is time to replace the seals. They are 01A-7288. They are small, delicate seals, and require some special technique to install without damage to the neoprene part. If there is unacceptable wear to the gear shift lever or other parts, these are available, too. I'd check the above first.
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PeterFord |
03-16-2011 @ 8:03 PM
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The shift arms connected to my steering column shifter are wobbly on the shaft, allowing play in the gear shift arm. Do these things wear on that shaft? Is either replaceable? Can they be tightened to take up the slop? Where do I go for parts?
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