Mark writes (about his new Spit toy):
> > The overdrive worked great and engaged very quickly, but at one point in
> > the trip I flicked the switch to diengage the O/D, and it wouldn't.
[...]
Keith replies:
> You might check the level of fluit in the unit...
[...] ^^^^^
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Bob (who is weak and just can't contain himself) adds:
Hmmmm... I love my spitfire, just flew it yesterday. Not sure
what the level was though :-) Move over Joe, I think you've got
company <g>.
Seriously, Keith's advice is good. I second the recommendation to
change the transmission oil. It's about as easy as checking the
level and there's no telling what's in there now. Problems with
OD not dis-engaging are often caused by a blocked orifice within
the OD. The innards of these things must be void of all dirt
particles. Read the service manual (you do have one right?)
section on OD love & care you'll find lot's of good info.
More seriously, until this condition is rectified ALWAYS make sure
the OD has dis-engaged before putting the car in reverse. Nasty
things will happen if you don't.
Even more seriously, CONGRATULATIONS on your new car. I hope it
brings you many miles of motoring pleasure. Mine certainly have.
--
Bob & '78 Spitfires
(one of them mine for 21 years)
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