Dave3066
Well-Known Member
Hi gents
Every now and again I have problems changing down to 2nd gear in my '72 3500S with manual 4 speed box. When it goes in first time the change is very positive and needs definite pressure to engage fully. However, I can tell when it's not going to go in because the gearstick feels very loose and the gears grind. When this happens I have to double declutch and blip the throttle to get it into 2nd. I suspect the synchromesh on 2nd is on the way out, perhaps someone can confirm my suspitions from my description. If this is the case, can it be sorted? I understand parts for these gearboxes are very difficult to get a hold of. Would I be better trying to source another gearbox and face the obvious issues of having similar or other problems with that. I'm not interested in fitting a 5 speed box as I don't have the luxury of taking the car off the road for the conversion. I'm happy to live with this fault for now but some advice would be appreciated.
Cheers
Dave
Every now and again I have problems changing down to 2nd gear in my '72 3500S with manual 4 speed box. When it goes in first time the change is very positive and needs definite pressure to engage fully. However, I can tell when it's not going to go in because the gearstick feels very loose and the gears grind. When this happens I have to double declutch and blip the throttle to get it into 2nd. I suspect the synchromesh on 2nd is on the way out, perhaps someone can confirm my suspitions from my description. If this is the case, can it be sorted? I understand parts for these gearboxes are very difficult to get a hold of. Would I be better trying to source another gearbox and face the obvious issues of having similar or other problems with that. I'm not interested in fitting a 5 speed box as I don't have the luxury of taking the car off the road for the conversion. I'm happy to live with this fault for now but some advice would be appreciated.
Cheers
Dave