Shift linkage
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Racer
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From: richmond virginia
Shift linkage
I understand the procedure to properly set the shift linkage on my M20.
The two notches in the shift plates need to align and then adjust the rods with the the trans in neutral. My question is this:
- Is there a best way to keep the notches aligned? I know a Hurst has holes to insert a tool to hold them in place. Please let me know the best way to keep the notches perfectly aligned while adjusting the rod lengths.
Thanks
The two notches in the shift plates need to align and then adjust the rods with the the trans in neutral. My question is this:
- Is there a best way to keep the notches aligned? I know a Hurst has holes to insert a tool to hold them in place. Please let me know the best way to keep the notches perfectly aligned while adjusting the rod lengths.
Thanks
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There's actually three slots, one in each lever 1/2 3/4 and reverse. Read this and you can make your own or order one from any Corvette vendor. Doesn't have to be fancy, just the right width.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...uncie-m21.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...uncie-m21.html
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Looks like you actually have two questions.
If your shifter is reasonably tight, clean and lubricated, you should be able to adjust it as described above and not have to mess with it again for many, many thousands of miles.
If your shifter is reasonably tight, clean and lubricated, you should be able to adjust it as described above and not have to mess with it again for many, many thousands of miles.
Last edited by MikeM; Dec 17, 2017 at 01:32 PM.
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Racer
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From: richmond virginia
MikeM,
Working under the car, it seems like using one person to hold the 1/4" rod in the two notches while a second person adjusts the rod lengths might be a good way to do the job.
Do you agree?
Working under the car, it seems like using one person to hold the 1/4" rod in the two notches while a second person adjusts the rod lengths might be a good way to do the job.
Do you agree?
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