good. i'll start by ordering these and see where that takes me....
thanks.
On Feb 8, 2008 5:59 PM, Ron Fraser <rfraser@bluefrog.com> wrote:
> Owain
> You need to check your Trunnions. They need to move freely.
> Part 96 plus 2 springs, kits are available from any Mustang Shop and Sunbeam
> Specialties.
>
> http://www.tigersunited.com/resources/parts_rs260/Parts_List/7-GF-GearboxUni
> t.pdf
>
> There could be more to it than just this but it is a starting point. I
> have stretched the 2 springs a little, which may or may not be a good idea,
> on my Tiger which has tightened the shifter and reduced the rattle.
>
> Good luck
>
> Ron Fraser
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: tigers-bounces+rfraser=bluefrog.biz@autox.team.net
> [mailto:tigers-bounces+rfraser=bluefrog.biz@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
> Owain Lloyd
> Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 12:30 PM
> To: tiger list
> Subject: [Tigers] vibrating shifter
>
>
>
> i've noticed that the high rpm rattle from my shifter is getting worse. its
> particularly irksome now that my front end is in better shape and i can
> actually drive fast. at 4000 rpm the rattle approaches a deafening level so
> i think its high time i deal with the issue. luckily there is a dead spot
> where the resonance seems to calm down at 81-82mph but i can't drive
> everywhere at 81mph :)
>
> given that the vibration is damped if i hold tight or pull up on the shifter
> i'm thinking i just need to rebuild the shift linkage.
>
> any tips on how to do this or a place that sells new parts, kits? i
> had a look at toploaderheaven but i'm not sure the best route to take.
>
> as always any experience or opinions most welcome....
>
> - owain.
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