727 First Season Startup

[ToddMcF2002]

Just took the GTX for a short spin. She was warmed up but the 727 was extremely hesitant to shift. Started to behave better after 2-3 minutes of driving after the motor was warm. I'm wondering what others experience with the 727 after letting their cars sit for 3-4 months?

 

[toolmanmike]

Start it in neutral. Check the fluid warmed up in neutral. Good idea to block the wheels. When was the last time the fluid and filter were changed?

 

[ToddMcF2002]

The car was assembled last year. I checked the fluid but not as you describe. Will do!

 

[AR67GTX]

My 67 recently sat in storage for about 8 months and it ran normally upon starting and driving off. Mine always has a slightly delayed 1-2 shift the very first time leaving the driveway when starting up cold. But after that first shift it’s good.

 

[diesel_lv]

As @toolmanmike said, start in neutral. The pump doesn't work in park. Level must be checked in neutral for that reason also.

 

[dvw]

The no fluid pumped in park issue quits after you pull out of the driveway. which shift was poor? 1/2, 2/3, or both? If it was both, take a look at the throttle pressure linkage. Make sure the spring is there and it’s not binding anywhere. My other guess is the valve body could have some varnish on a valve or two.
Doug

 

[A4GTX]

Sounds to me like the governor hung up. No big deal if that’s all it was.