4 Speed Shifter Problem

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Lake Oswego, OR - USA

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Vette(s): 1968 Corvette T-Top Coupe, 427 L71, Rally Red Exterior, Saddle Interior

I noticed that the casting on my shifter T-Handle was broken so I ordered a new part for my 68 big block 4 speed coupe. I put the new T-Handle on and now notice that the reverse lock out is not working. In the past, after I lifted the T-Handle, it felt like I had to push against a spring or something to get into reverse. Now I can just push the shifter over with no resistance what so ever. Anyone have any idea what I broke. What needs replacement? Is it a pin, spring?

Any help would be appreciated.

Mark

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4 Speed Shifter Problem

Posted: 7/7/05 11:24amMessage 2 of 8

SWestLT1

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There is definitely a spring.. in order to reinstall, first, the reverse T-handle, then the spring, then your shifter knob. Pretty straight forward�.. Are you using a stock shifter knob?

Steve

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4 Speed Shifter Problem

Posted: 7/7/05 11:29amMessage 3 of 8

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Vette(s): 1968 Corvette T-Top Coupe, 427 L71, Rally Red Exterior, Saddle Interior

This is a stock shifter. Yes, the spring is still under the cap. When I lift up the T-Handle, I feel the spring, but when I push the stick to the left side, that is when I don't feel anything to push against.

Mark

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4 Speed Shifter Problem

Posted: 7/7/05 6:16pmMessage 4 of 8

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Check to make sure the t-handle is the exact same length as your old one. There are at least 2 diff. length shifters out there. The later models use the longer shifters, and that's what most of the aftermarket/repro vendors sell. (Just an idea)

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4 Speed Shifter Problem

Posted: 7/7/05 6:34pmMessage 5 of 8

JacksL71

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sussex, NJ - USA

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Vette(s): 1969 L71 riverside gold convertible on frame restoration numbers matching motor 4:11 factory rear 4speed with hooker side pipes

made me look. Just went out to my 69 L71 and checked the shifter. When I lift the lock out up, she moves over to the left with no resistance what so ever and shifts into reverse. Sounds like you fixed a problem you didn't know you had.

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4 Speed Shifter Problem

Posted: 7/8/05 9:41amMessage 6 of 8

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Lake Oswego, OR - USA

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Vette(s): 1968 Corvette T-Top Coupe, 427 L71, Rally Red Exterior, Saddle Interior

I think you hit upon something about the length of the T-Bar. Will check it out.

Mark

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4 Speed Shifter Problem

Posted: 7/9/05 12:38pmMessage 7 of 8

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