Ken
I had something similar happen after removing the transmission. When I
connected the rear shift rod to the transmission via the support plate- 2
nuts and bolts,I had connected the rod "behind" the flange and had problems
changing gears but when mounted "fwd"-probably the original position,it
shifted quite well.
Hope this makes sense
Gerry
----- Original Message -----
From: <KENWILFY@aol.com>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Friday, August 18, 2000 7:22 AM
Subject: Re: Transmission mystery

> Slight clarification, I actually just put this engine in the van.  At the
> time I inspected and re-greased the pilot bearing (looked perfect) and
> machined the flywheel.  The customer didn't want to buy a new clutch kit
(his
> choice) so I put the used clutch and pressure plate back in (looked good,
no
> wear on p.p. fingers, flat surface, clutch still very thick).  I am
starting
> to think that there is air in the hydraulic system and somehow it has just
> gotten worse at the same time I changed this oil (before it would
sometimes
> not want to come out of reverse, but now it takes even more force to pull
it
> out).  The splines on the tranny mainshaft looked fine.  As soon as it
stops
> raining I'll go bleed the system.  Thanks for all the input, I will let
the
> list know what happens.  I will also recommend Daryl when it comes time
for a
> rebuild (very soon).
>
> Thanks,
> Ken Wilford
> http://www.vanagain.com
> John 3:16
>
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