Date:         Tue, 4 Jun 2002 19:15:44 -0700
Reply-To:     DaveC <voicebox@DNAI.COM>
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From:         DaveC <voicebox@DNAI.COM>
Subject:      Re: Shifting into 1st gear
Comments: To: "Thompson, Michael" <METhompson@GOLDER.COM>
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Does it grind going into reverse at a standstill? If so, your clutch
may not be releasing completely.

Dave

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>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'

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Dave Carpenter

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