Sticky shifter
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From: Chicago
Sticky shifter
I am working on a 1970 with a 454 and 4-speed shifter. The car sat for 30 years with no love. The 4-speed shifts smoothly in 1-2-3-4 and into reverse with ease. However, going from reverse back into neutral, it can get hung up and not go into neutral without some effort. I am lathering it in penetrating oil and it is getting better.
Is there an adjustment I should be checking?
Is there an adjustment I should be checking?
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Is the engine running and the clutch engaged while you are shifting, or are you shifting it without the engine running?
Did you change the 30+ year old fluid in the transmission or just pour in an additive?
Did you change the 30+ year old fluid in the transmission or just pour in an additive?
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From: Chicago
The same sticky issue is when the engine is running and clutch in, and when the engine is not running. Yes, I have changed the lube in the trans. The car shifts smoothly, but it is just getting stuck from reverse to neutral. I will check the linkages this weekend, but also read that the three shift plates could be loose. Planning to go through it all, but wanted to ask if there is anything other to consider.
Melting Slicks
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From: Marietta GA
There are kits (with spacers) that the restoration vendors have that allow the shift arms to be adjusted perfectly, not to expensive. Also make sure your arms are held on my “G” Clips and not cotter pins. Is the long shaft that is for getting into reverse in good shape, as it allows you to get into reverse when you pull up on the shifter. Use Google to search for some step by step shifter adjustments. Good Luck.
