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Posted by: brer May 26 2005, 01:49 PM

So, after purchasing the complete shift bushing kit from Pelican for my 73 sideshift, i read a post about bronze bushings and teflon too.

I got the kit already and was going to play over the weekend, but, which if any would be ideal to use a better bushing on?
I dont want to buy all new stuff, but if there was one bushing that would be the weakest link?????

experiences speak now.

Posted by: Joe Ricard May 26 2005, 01:54 PM

The one that goes through the side shift console at the transaxle.
I used a piece of galvanized pipe nipple. 1/2" inside diameter. with two electrical conduit nuts to secure it. Also put a grease fitting in it and give it a shot every now and then.

Ask Fred Hurst how fast I can shift 1-2.... hardly lift the gas pedal.

Posted by: Mueller May 26 2005, 02:12 PM

i'd just use the parts you already have...they will last for years and you'll be fine.........

Posted by: aircooledboy May 26 2005, 02:28 PM

Look at it this way: The nylon ones you are replacing now are probably the 30+ yr old originals. So, you should only worry about using the nylon replacements you have if having to do it again in 30 yrs it just too damn often.