[Spridgets] The transmission WORKS!

[Mark Haynes]

I just thought that I'd update everyone on the ribcase rebuild. I finished
reinstalling the engine and all yesterday and took it for short drive today (I
had some tire rubbing issues), The transmission works smoothly and
effortlessly through the gears. I wanted to be sure to thank everyone who
helped out a various times: Rick Fisk for the Clymer and Haynes Gearbox
sections, Jim Seippel for being 'on call' when I reassembled the detents the
first time, Gerard Chateauvieux for confirming that first gear was assembled
correctly, as well as everyone else that gave me support in affirming that I
really COULD rebuild a transmission. I DID IT!
I know that these are relatively easy, but they are still full of balls and
springs that DO go away if you aren't careful enough.
In case anyone needs one, I now have the tool to hold the first gear detent
balls in place and get the slider itself into place. I'm willing to share, as
long as it comes back.
Thanks again to everyone and I'll put some pics up on the sprite experience as
soon as I have a chance.
BTW, this was for the MKII, not the BE.

Mark Haynes
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