<VV> '64 3 spd tranny help

[Frank DuVal]

Adjust the clutch linkage.

Frank DuVal


> On Nov 17, 2015, at 12:35 AM, Randy Hook via VirtualVairs <virtualvairs at corvair.org> wrote:
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> I have a unique problem.  I recently removed the drivetrain from a '64 ragtop with only 21,000 miles on it to do a complete reseal.  As far as the diff and tranny 
> (a 3 spd) go, I installed side seals and an input shaft seal and top cover gasket on the diff.  As for the 3 spd, I installed a shifter shaft seal and the top cover gasket and the round front cover gasket.  The only other thing I did to it was to flush it out with a couple gallons of kerosene to remove any contaminants.  Someone who painted the car sandblasted stuff because there was sand stuck in the baked on grease all over everything on the drivetrain.  The car ran and drove fine before being brought to me.  NOW, the problem is this:  the 3 spd, after installation back in the car, WON'T shift into 1st or reverse.  It grinds like heck when one tries.  But it shifts into 2nd and 3rd just fine.  So, what happened and what do I do to fix it?  Opinions please.  Thanx. 
>   
> Randy (Cap'n) Hook 
> Hopewell, PA  
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