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Old Nov 16, 2011 | 10:35 PM
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I HAVE A 72 VETTE WITH a 4 SPEED . My problem that when I shift to third gear it feels like maybe the shifter is not pushing into 3rd gear all the way .After I reshift a couple of times it will go all the way in gear and work fine . I am hoping it is an easy fix but I'm afraid it is the gears . Transmiision doesn't make any noise . any info or help will be appreciated very much . I would like to thank ahead of time for any help with this problem

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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 07:48 AM
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I would start by making sure the shifter is properly adjusted
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Thanks am heading to garage right now to check this out .
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 12:12 PM
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Make sure the shifter bracket is tight before adjusting linkage
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 11:29 PM
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Well I got lucky all that was needed was an adjustment of the shift rod .Thanks for the advice you guys . I was not looking forward to pulling the transmission are paying for a rebuild . C3's Rock !!!!
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Old Nov 20, 2011 | 01:12 PM
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Back again with transmission questions as stated earlier I thought I solved my transmission problem . Upon testing the fix I found thaat sometimes it shifts fine other times not so fine any suggestions
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Old Nov 20, 2011 | 03:56 PM
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If after your first adjustment it works some of the time, I'd say you are on the right track. Get back under there and check the adjustment, again, and also make sure that everything is well lubed up. A lot of guys forget to lube the shifter assembly as part of preventive maintenance. Good luck and keep us posted.
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