Clutch Problem?? Part 2

[luigisho]

Just thinking out loud ... would a used replacement shifter be a faster/ easier install?

 

[itwonder]

In case anyone is interested, here is a picture of the support beam I purchased from ebay. I did not use the cables that came with it, and I doubled up the attachment to the engine with safety chains. It worked out very well; no problems at all. One thing I like about this one is it folds up compactly, taking little storage room. After I figured up the cost of materials to scratch build a support, this was a better choice for me. YMMV.

 

[kevinspann]

Wow. That clevis is really sloppy, but someone has already repaired, or tried to repair one half of it (the part that has the allen head bolt closest to the rear of the car) but even that section of it is really loose. You might be able to tighten the bolt they used to get a little slack out of it, but the SHOsource repair kit is the best option.

One nice thing is someone has already put an aftermarket Y-pipe on it which generally flows better and makes some more power.

It does sound like the clutch might be worn based on the symptoms, but I would fix the shifter first.

Oh, and after you come to a stop, try putting the car into fifth, then reverse.

 

[Danielle]

Wow. That clevis is really sloppy, but someone has already repaired, or tried to repair one half of it (the part that has the allen head bolt closest to the rear of the car) but even that section of it is really loose. You might be able to tighten the bolt they used to get a little slack out of it, but the SHOsource repair kit is the best option.

One nice thing is someone has already put an aftermarket Y-pipe on it which generally flows better and makes some more power.

It does sound like the clutch might be worn based on the symptoms, but I would fix the shifter first.

Oh, and after you come to a stop, try putting the car into fifth, then reverse.

Cool thanks! Im buying a new shifter and the replace kit for the clevis also. Hopefully it will fix most of my priblems.

 

[shoray]

Were you able to fix the spinning shifter? I have the same problem. I've gotten used to driving it now but it would still be nice to fix it

 

[Danielle]

Were you able to fix the spinning shifter? I have the same problem. I've gotten used to driving it now but it would still be nice to fix it

Ya. You have to buy a new shift lever. Makes a big difference

 

[shoray]

Is that a readily available part or is it one of the many you have to hope you can find? Thank you for replying

 

[Danielle]

Is that a readily available part or is it one of the many you have to hope you can find? Thank you for replying

I got it special ordered from the guys at SHO Source. Email them and they will get back to you. And just go from there. Lol

 

[luigisho]

You ever get this thing figured out and running smooth?

 

[Danielle]

You ever get this thing figured out and running smooth?

**** no lmao. Sprung a leak in the power steering.... Somewhere. Ac screwed up and is clogged, leaking all over the floor. Still needs new shocks. Windows are still out. Need to get a good running car before putting more money into it.

 

[luigisho]

That's a very smart idea. Good luck.

 

[shoray]

My power steering sprung a leak as well and I had to get a whole new rack and my windows suck too. But I really like the car...

 

[LOUDSHO92]

Is that a readily available part or is it one of the many you have to hope you can find? Thank you for replying

We are working on getting the part.

 

[shoray]

Thank you very much

 

[Devin]

We are working on getting the part.

Speaking of shifter parts, the cable shifter repair kit was a life saver.

 

[LOUDSHO92]

Speaking of shifter parts, the cable shifter repair kit was a life saver.

Glad to hear it.