Does it grind going into reverse at a standstill? If so, your clutch may not be releasing completely. Dave -=-=-=- >I occasionally have problems selecting 1st gear In my 1981 Westy (manual). >The problem seems worse when the engine is warm or has been traveling in top >gear for some time. It is more inconvenient than a problem at the moment. >I usually shift into 1st on a roll before coming to a complete stop - this >works 99% of the time. >Is this something related to the shift linkage/shifter that can be easily >fixed (it feels like you are pushing against something solid, and usually >ends up slipping into 3rd instead of 1st) or is it a synchronization ring >problem showing up. Can I reduce the problem by using synthetic gearbox >oil? I have no other problems with the box (doesn't jump out of gear, >selects easily on the move) >TIA >Michael >1981 Westy 'Daisy' -- Dave Carpenter Whatever you wish for me, May you have twice as much. "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic." -- Arthur C. Clarke |
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