Stephen:
If it is REALLY stuck, then something inside is bent, like a
shifter fork.
But before you conclude that the gearbox needs help, try
rotating the tail shaft a few turns, and then try moving the gearshift
again. Don't be afraid to put some pressure on it, as it is not spinning
as it would be when the car is running. Obviously, don't put a 36"
breaker bar on it or anything crazy, but some very firm hand pressure
should pop it loose.
As I said, if firm hand pressure does not move it, something is
bent and you should remove the top cover and check the shift forks as a
first step. They are bronze, and can get heavily worn or bent.
Vance
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-6pack@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-6pack@autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Stephen Halkett
Sent: Monday, July 03, 2006 6:59 PM
To: 6pack@autox.team.net
Subject: Stuck shifter?
Silly question.....I had removed the engine with gearbox from my chassis
as one piece and strapped them to a stand. Recently I noticed the gear
shifter will not move in any direction....it seems jammed or
stuck...what gives?.. it was likely shifted from neutral into gear
inadvertently during the removal process.... As I am new at this resto
thing I thought I should be able to shift back into neutral without
using the "clutch" per se...no such luck! ..I did try to "ever so
gently" force it...again no luck??... So as is my practice, I left it
for awhile and moved on to other things...
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Thanks in advance.
Also, for the US list members - Happy 4th of July!
Stephen
1976 TR6 w/OD with dealer installed red white and blue pin striping in
the year of the US bicentennial.
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