In a message dated 2/16/99 12:11:25 PM EST, MD.FEED@nwh.org writes:
<< The countershaft end float tolerance limits according to the Bentley Manual
are).007 - 0.012 inches. My gearbox is now 0.015 inches. Would this be
acceptable at this point and continue on with the rebuild? In all likelihood
the case is somewhat stretched from wear. Would anyone try to shim it and
where would you place a shim? >>
I've used a rather thin, large washer on the laygear assembly between a gear
and the tube spacer to correct this play. Worked OK.
Ken Nuelle
58 TR3A
62 TR3B
64 TR4 (with spacer on layshaft for 10 years or so)
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