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Old Jul 6, 2019 | 12:33 PM
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My 4 speed will shift into all gears when car is off but when driving i Often cannot shift into second. Any thoughts? Muncie.
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Old Jul 6, 2019 | 12:34 PM
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Check the clutch adjustment and shifter adjustment.
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Old Jul 6, 2019 | 02:37 PM
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Everything lubed up. Fresh fluid correct level. Do u know is there an internal spacer or timer?
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Is this a stock, GM shifter? If so, I'd check the condition of the motor and trans mounts. If they're in poor condition, they could be allowing the engine to "rock" and cause the shifter to bind.
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Yes all mounts restored all bolts tight correct shifter
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You need to adust your clutch. the muncie 4 speed has all the gears moving at the same time, the synchros allow the gears to line up so that it will go into gear eaily with out grinding, but if it doesnt go in at all, sometimes it is just the clutch. I would start there since you say the linkage is adjusted properly and in good order. if there is a lot of slop, just adjust the clutch linkage so it is minimal
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Nailed it. Thank u all for the help. Just did everything and drove it for 30 min highway and city and all works gr8. Be well.
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