Chris
I installed a 5 speed with the Rivergate kit (either kit is great I
understand) in my '72 Midget this past spring. All the other "installees"
on the list said I would love it. It was all that was promoised and more.
I had a great summer. No. Make that a FANTASTIC summer.
Still smilin! :))
Dave
At 05:59 PM 12/28/00 -0800, bob marley wrote:
>Hello list.
>
>You have been great help to me when I needed advice on my head... leaking. (
>1275 engine head =)
>
>Now I would like your current opinion and help on what to do to my bugeye.
>
>Here is the long story.. kidding. SHORT story.
>
>I was out for a drive on hwy 101 in southern california. Stopped for a red
>light. The light turned green so I started out in first gear (real easy.)
>I shifted into second gear (always had to double clutch it) and CLANK GRInD
>clankity grind...Quickly shifted into 3rd and got the car home by avoiding
>second gear.
>
>My second gear must be toast!
>
>***I need your current advice and opinions on what to do next.***
>
>Here are my car's SPECS.....
>
>My rear end ratio is:
>3.90:1
>
>Tires:
>175 70r13s bfgs
>
>Motor:
>1275 with 1 1/4 INCH SU-HS2's
>
>Transmission:
>smooth case (with broken second gear)
>
>1) ***Should I put a Datsun 5spd in with a Rivergate kit?***
>or
>2) ***Should I put a rib case back in the car?***
>
>I live in southern california and plan to keep my car for a long time. Your
>advice, experiences, opinions are welcomed.
>
>Sincerely,
>
>Chris
>58 bugeye =)
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