Hi Peter,
Yes I did. Now the gearstick has approx 8-10mms free play. But the box is
dry at the moment. Maybe with the thick gearbox oil, things will be
acceptable.
I think I will leave this one as is now.
Gergo
2011/4/16 Peter Schauss <rpschauss@gmail.com>
> Did you replace the bushing at the bottom end of the shift lever? When I
> replaced mine I was surprised at how much more solid the shifting felt.
>
> Peter Schauss
> 1963 BJ7
> 1980 MGB
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: healeys-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-
> > bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Austin Healey
> > Sent: Saturday, April 16, 2011 7:58 AM
> > To: Healey List
> > Subject: [Healeys] Gearbox
> >
> > Hi,
> >
> > With the final parts just arrived a few days ago, I have assembled my
> > gearbox.
> > I am nearly statisfied with the result. I only have problems with the
> > slightly worn selector forks - they cause the gearstic behave a bit like
> a
> > pudding spoon. I have not found new parts available, NOS items tend to be
> > horribly expensive.
> > Is there any known method to service them or to upgrade them to wear-pad
> > type?
> >
> > Gergo
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