Manual Transmission

[dcombs]

Hi Guys,

I'm having some trouble with my 72's shifting. I put a brand new column in and 2nd and 3rd are still difficult to shift into. 3rd more than 2nd. 1st and reverse are perfect. When shifting into third it feels like it's catching on something. I've tired adjusting the adjustment rod to no avail. I replaced the spring and grommets on the levers too.

Any thoughts on why I'm still having trouble?

I'm thinking there must be something wrong either with the clutch or transmission itself - or both. If I do need to change the transmission or clutch I'm thinking I'd like to change it to something that will enable me to cruse easily on the highway. What would you guys recommend? I want to keep the three on the tree.

Thanks,
Danny

[Kinder]

If it was the clutch it'd be bad for all the gears. Do you know what it feels like when a syncro goes out?

[dcombs]

No, what would that feel like?

Thanks,
Danny

[trei75bronco]

Bushings replaced on shift linkage?

[Kinder]

It feels like what you are describing, like it's catching on the gears instead smoothly shifting. Have you ever shifted a manual without a clutch by matching the the engine RPM with the next shift? Try this, but use the clutch, and if it shifts easier then I'd say you may have a syncro problem.

[dcombs]

Trel - yes I have replaced all the bushings between the pedal and trans and also on the column.

Thanks, Kinder. I have shifted like that - once - on a superbeetle I used to own when the clutch cable broke. Wasn't fun but go me home. I think you've hit the nail on the head. Are these transmissions difficult to rebuild? Would you advice putting a new clutch in too while the trans is out?

Thanks,
Danny

[akaFrankCastle]

They're cheap enough you could just buy another used and not worry about it for another 10 years. And by cheap I mean most times you can find them free.

[dcombs]

That's good advice, Frank. Thanks. I just put an add in the wanted section. Would you recommend putting in a new clutch while changing the trans?

Thanks,
Danny

[akaFrankCastle]

Cheap enough and good insurance to make sure you're not back in there a few months from now.

[D&D72]

It just so happens, I pulled mine out today. if you want it come and get it. (worked great as of 10 AM this morning)

[sykanr0ng]

Cheap enough and good insurance to make sure you're not back in there a few months from now.

Meh, if he does come back looking for another there will be more available.

Mine will be up for adoption when it comes out for the ZF5 swap.

[akaFrankCastle]

Danny, I would not feel slighted at all if you went with the closer and already available option of D&D72.

[dcombs]

Thanks, Frank. I'm going to pick up John's on Wednesday.

Thank you again, everyone for all the kind offers to help me. I appreciate!

Thanks,
Danny

[D&D72]

Yeah Thanks Frank! Zack, Zachary, whatever....

[akaFrankCastle]

Dude.

[dcombs]

Thanks again, John for the transmission. I appreciate it!

Zack, thanks again for the offer! Hope your'e having a good time in NC.

Thanks,
Danny

[D&D72]

Glad to help. Dont forget to fill it up even though I didnt drain it.