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post May 21 2017, 09:47 AM
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Took the car out for a little dawn patrol run this AM. The first time I upshift to fourth, it is really in neutral . . . that's odd. A little later, down-shifting to third got me fifth . . . weird, but it now has my attention. OK, time to head back to the barn--don't want to be stranded on the side of the road at 7AM on a SUN morning. Once I had the car back in the garage, I peeled back the boot that covers the shift linkage coupler near the firewall:

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I guess I get to try fixing something different.

After reading the threads here, it looks like my options are using OEM bushings (with the "oblong holes"), or the after-market ("round-hole") bushings from JWest, brass bushings (not sure if these are still available), or a universal joint (by upgrading the whole linkage using Racer Chris' side-shift kit).

Right now I'm leaning towards the JWest side shift bushing kit (which includes the coupler bushings), and replacing all of the other shifter bushings at the same time. On the other hand, the Tangerine Racing spherical firewall bearing for the shift rod looks like it may be a good idea . . . .

Your thoughts?

Thanks in advance for your insights, BTDTs (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif)

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post May 21 2017, 09:52 AM
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Replacing all the bushings with any of the options will give you a much better shifting experience. Choose whichever option fits your budget, but JWest and Racer Chris make nice stuff if you don't want stock.
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post May 21 2017, 12:49 PM
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Classic shift rod coupler bushing failure. Total disintegration with age. Mine did that in the early 90's. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)

Replace all of the bushings and you will be impressed with the improved shifting.

Some other options include brass bushings for the coupler from Pelican Parts or Ebay. There is also an aftermarket brass bushing for the rear transmission console (in lieu of the stock plastic bushing). I have one that I bought from Pelican in the past, but I don't see it on their site now. It appears Ebay has it.

http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/SuperC...T_pg2.htm#item4

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&a...amp;_sacat=6000
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post May 21 2017, 07:09 PM
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QUOTE(maf914 @ May 22 2017, 06:49 AM) *

Classic shift rod coupler bushing failure. Total disintegration with age. Mine did that in the early 90's. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)

Replace all of the bushings and you will be impressed with the improved shifting.

Some other options include brass bushings for the coupler from Pelican Parts or Ebay. There is also an aftermarket brass bushing for the rear transmission console (in lieu of the stock plastic bushing). I have one that I bought from Pelican in the past, but I don't see it on their site now. It appears Ebay has it.

http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/SuperC...T_pg2.htm#item4

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&a...amp;_sacat=6000


I'am using the rear brass bush but be aware it won't fit straight in,you need to open out the hole in the console a bit to get it in.
Its a cheap long term fix because the stock plastic bush isn't a very good fit.
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post May 21 2017, 07:31 PM
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Get Chris' firewall bushing. Simple to install, and eliminates a good amount of the cumulative slop
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post May 22 2017, 08:23 AM
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Very normal problem, when this happened to my 75, I ordered the shift coupler kit from Pelican.
The brass piece had already been changed on the rear, my main issue was the crumbling of the plastic bushing at the firewall. I dropped the new plastic bushing from Pelican in boiling water for 2-3 minutes and this allowed me to push in the bushing easily. I put everything back together and had the best shifting 914 I have ever experienced.
It took 2 hours and the kit was $43.00.

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post May 22 2017, 08:31 AM
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Use the Tangerine part on the firewall, bronze bushing in the side shift box, and new plastic cup in the far rear coupler.

All easy fixes, it will take you about an hour to do.
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I did not see anyone mention getting new cone screws. Word is that they are 1 time use items. I remember reading something about NOT using lock-tight.
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post May 22 2017, 11:25 AM
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Jwest cone screws.
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Thanks for all the suggestions.

I'll be putting the car up on ramps later and see how everything looks. I think there's already a bronze bushing at the transmission end of the shift linkage. I also have a couple of new cone screws (somewhere--will look for those this PM).

My current plan is to use the JWest plastic coupler bushings and the Tangerine firewall bushing.

As I understand it, if I don't open up the front shift rod clamping bolt (below the gear shift lever), I should be able to put the coupler/rear shift rod back in without a major linkage readjustment.

Thanks again for the help!

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post May 22 2017, 12:09 PM
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QUOTE(anderssj @ May 21 2017, 08:47 AM) *

Took the car out for a little dawn patrol run this AM. The first time I upshift to fourth, it is really in neutral . . . that's odd. A little later, down-shifting to third got me fifth . . . weird, but it now has my attention. OK, time to head back to the barn--don't want to be stranded on the side of the road at 7AM on a SUN morning. Once I had the car back in the garage, I peeled back the boot that covers the shift linkage coupler near the firewall:

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coupler crumbs (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

I guess I get to try fixing something different.

After reading the threads here, it looks like my options are using OEM bushings (with the "oblong holes"), or the after-market ("round-hole") bushings from JWest, brass bushings (not sure if these are still available), or a universal joint (by upgrading the whole linkage using Racer Chris' side-shift kit).

Right now I'm leaning towards the JWest side shift bushing kit (which includes the coupler bushings), and replacing all of the other shifter bushings at the same time. On the other hand, the Tangerine Racing spherical firewall bearing for the shift rod looks like it may be a good idea . . . .

Your thoughts?

Thanks in advance for your insights, BTDTs (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif)

Actually made a redesigned OEM version that is not so oblong. Fits much better. They are correctly toleranced. Offered up a set for free if you want to try.


http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...l=shift+knuckle


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post May 22 2017, 03:53 PM
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Wow, THANKS! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

I'll contact you via PM.

Thanks again!

BTW, I installed your foglight grills and euro signal lenses last week--VERY nice work, the new grills make a huge difference!
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