Adjusted my Shift Linkage... WOW what a difference!
Melting Slicks
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From: Brentwood TN
Originally Posted by chuckster
I also plan to do the AntiVenom mod..I don't want to take ALL the notchiness out of my shifts.. just a little...
Found a photo on this link, 15th post down
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...ight=antivenom
FWIW - tried to contact the guy that had the Antivenom machined part and the phone is NG and the web page is gone. I wonder if so many people finding about the 75 cent washer sort of killed off the $60 machined part?
Charlie
Last edited by cruisemon; Nov 13, 2006 at 12:53 PM.
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I have done the antivenom and adjusted the linkage and it shifts much better than before the only problem i still have is going into reverse, it is still a bit notchy unless i go from 1st to reverse then its smooth.
Anyone else have this problem?
I highly recommend for everyone to give these to things a try, it will really improve the feel of the shifts.
PS Who would want to order a $60 bolt when you can go a couple of blocks to an autoparts store and get a $1.25 pair of washers.
Anyone else have this problem?
I highly recommend for everyone to give these to things a try, it will really improve the feel of the shifts.
PS Who would want to order a $60 bolt when you can go a couple of blocks to an autoparts store and get a $1.25 pair of washers.
Melting Slicks
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From: Brentwood TN
Originally Posted by CodeName Z06
I have done the antivenom and adjusted the linkage and it shifts much better than before the only problem i still have is going into reverse, it is still a bit notchy unless i go from 1st to reverse then its smooth.
Charlie
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From: Houston Texas
Originally Posted by jbone
When I put my b&m ripper shifter in I took that rusted looking pin out(i think you said allignment pin) out. Is that bad? What does it do?
Melting Slicks
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From: The 7th layer of hell - Western Washington
Originally Posted by cruisemon
What can be done to reduce the amount of force needed to go through the neutral gate when going into reverse? It is REALLY stiff on my car to the point that I have to sort of brace against the seat to push hard enough on the shifter to get over to the reverse gate. Will the washer on the bolt affect this?
Charlie
Charlie
Originally Posted by cruisemon
Couple of posts in here mentioned lube leaks. Would a nylon spacer instead of the copper washer be better for sealing?
Charlie
Charlie
Melting Slicks
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From: The 7th layer of hell - Western Washington
Originally Posted by CodeName Z06
I don't think you need it since it is in the out position normaly and you put it in only to readjust the shifter.. What it does is it locks the linake shaft in neutral.
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Originally Posted by tstar
I am too... let me know if you end up using one or two washers, I've heard of people doing it either way.
Thanx!!
Tim
99 Coupe
Thanx!!
Tim
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Also I used some teflon tape on the threads to ensure I got a good seal.. because it looked as though there was thread locker on it from the factory..
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Originally Posted by jbauch357
just make sure to hold on to the pin so you can lock the shifter in neutral for future linkage alignments, alternatively people have used the correct diameter drill bit.
Since I removed the pin and didn't want to leave the hole exposed, I first squirted a drop or two of synthetic motor oil into the hole and then just "wiped" a small dab of black silicone over the hole to seal it. Easy to remove later if necessary. The front section of the shifter shaft is supported at this point and is constantly rotating and/or moving back and forth as you shift. Lubing here is good.Robert
Melting Slicks
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From: Brentwood TN
Originally Posted by chuckster
Ended up using one washer... It have me just the right adjustment.. Got it from Ace Hardware.. Home Depot and Advanced Auto had nothing.
Also I used some teflon tape on the threads to ensure I got a good seal.. because it looked as though there was thread locker on it from the factory..
Also I used some teflon tape on the threads to ensure I got a good seal.. because it looked as though there was thread locker on it from the factory..
Charlie
p.s. - I like the dog.
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From: Palm City Florida
Originally Posted by cruisemon
Just to be on the safe side, remind me of the washer dimensions. I think it was 3/4" ID but what thickness? 0.080" or thereabouts maybe?
Charlie
p.s. - I like the dog.
Charlie
p.s. - I like the dog.
I am pretty sure it was like 1/16" and yes about 3/4"
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From: Palm City Florida
Originally Posted by bomax
Where did you guys get your washers at? I just hit Ace Hardware, NAPA, Autozone, O'reillys, and Lowes and nobody had them in the right size.
The washer I got at ACE was a big washer.. stuck out at least 1/4 around the bolt... They were in the Metric Washers.. I think.. Bring the bolt with you.. then you can try them all
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I usually put mine into first gear and then into reverse. If I try to go into reverse when it's cold right away it's a little stiff. After I drive a little it loosens up. Is this normal? The car sit's for a week at least between usage's.
