Shifter issues

[AR67GTX]

I see what you mean about the loose nuts - that couldn’t have helped. I’ve never studied mine that closely while being shifted but I’m kind of surprised to see a little movement of the rods in the transmission lever holes. Usually the metal Hurst bushing are pretty snug. Something I like to do also is put a thin shim washer on the rod under the “G” clip to take up most of the space to the clip hole on the rod. That cuts down quite a bit on rocking of the rod with respect to the lever and tightens everything up a little. I do that at both ends of the 1-2, and 3-4 rods. I figure reverse doesn’t matter that much.

 

[340runner]

Sounds like something not that hard, I hate removing those g clips though, absolute hell under the car for me

I see what you mean about the loose nuts - that couldn’t have helped. I’ve never studied mine that closely while being shifted but I’m kind of surprised to see a little movement of the rods in the transmission lever holes. Usually the metal Hurst bushing are pretty snug. Something I like to do also is put a thin shim washer on the rod under the “G” clip to take up most of the space to the clip hole on the rod. That cuts down quite a bit on rocking of the rod with respect to the lever and tightens everything up a little. I do that at both ends of the 1-2, and 3-4 rods. I figure reverse doesn’t matter that much.

 

[Dan Brewer]

What I noticed from watching your video showing the linkage is a couple things. Yes, the nuts were loose...but look how much slop is in the lever and the shaft. With the nuts loose, the levers should fit the flats on the shafts well. I would say your shafts are worn out. So even if you tighten the nuts, they will work loose, and your shifter adjustment will constantly change.

 

[340runner]

What I noticed from watching your video showing the linkage is a couple things. Yes, the nuts were loose...but look how much slop is in the lever and the shaft. With the nuts loose, the levers should fit the flats on the shafts well. I would say your shafts are worn out. So even if you tighten the nuts, they will work loose, and your shifter adjustment will constantly change.

Well, sounds like I'm in for new shafts, would you say its better to buy the individual shafts, or would it just be worthwhile to get the whole side cover assembly? Also, is the 70 and earlier ball and detent style of side cover better than the 71 interlock style? I've seen some things online that point to it but I'm not sure. Either way I guess I'm making another stop at your online store

 

[AR67GTX]

Yeah, I know. They take some fiddling with and can be a pain to get on. But I do like that they apply tension to keep everything tight. I cringe when I see someone post pictures of clutch or shifter linkage secured with cotter pins.

 

[BSB67]

What I noticed from watching your video showing the linkage is a couple things. Yes, the nuts were loose...but look how much slop is in the lever and the shaft. With the nuts loose, the levers should fit the flats on the shafts well. I would say your shafts are worn out. So even if you tighten the nuts, they will work loose, and your shifter adjustment will constantly change.

The obvious question is why are they loose. Likely due to shaft-lever fit.

 

[AR67GTX]

Well, sounds like I'm in for new shafts, would you say its better to buy the individual shafts, or would it just be worthwhile to get the whole side cover assembly? Also, is the 70 and earlier ball and detent style of side cover better than the 71 interlock style? I've seen some things online that point to it but I'm not sure. Either way I guess I'm making another stop at your online store

I think Mr. Brewer might be as good a source for answering that as anyone.

 

[Orig69]

So, was able to finally get a cam under and record. Holy hell i need loctite on those bolts, that probably contributes a good bit to my issue. I tightened them down when I replaced the forks very snugly. Second thing, after recording the video, it now doesn't have that lip anymore. I dont get it, haven't changed a thing. I'll loctite and tighten, then test drive tomorrow and update with results.



And then this is kinda what it does when shifting while driving, I have to exaggerate it more though when stationary to get it to jam.

I see it's not getting out of 2nd, does this mean I need to shorten my 2nd rod? I'm not sure how to fine tune these things outside of the service manual

It would be better to use 3 lock nuts that will hold the levers in place.