hard to speed shift after replacing 5spd transmission
02-14-2016, 05:50 PM
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hard to speed shift after replacing 5spd transmission
I have a 90 LX and replaced the original 2.3L drive train with a 5.0L drive train - trans, engine & rear end. The 5spd transmission is from a 93 mustang. I installed a new clutch cable as well.
When I shift normal, the shifter slides into the next gear smooth and without effort, but when I try to speed shift, it binds and I have to force it (jam it) into the next gear. No noise, grinding - nothing just binds to prevent a quick shift.
I tried adjusting the clutch, but did not change anything.
Any ideas on what I could try to eliminate the binding?
Thank you
When I shift normal, the shifter slides into the next gear smooth and without effort, but when I try to speed shift, it binds and I have to force it (jam it) into the next gear. No noise, grinding - nothing just binds to prevent a quick shift.
I tried adjusting the clutch, but did not change anything.
Any ideas on what I could try to eliminate the binding?
Thank you
02-14-2016, 07:19 PM
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The 5L appears to have been worked on, but sounds like it may have a cam installed as it does not sound stock and even with a the 273 limited slip diff. it seems to have quite a bit of power. wouldn't win any 1/4 mi races though. But it is still a lot of fun to drive.
The trans does not have any contamination (filings or cuttings in the oil) and no matter how hard I jam the shifter I can not grind the gears (indicating to me the syncros are OK) I has me stumped. But I may just have to pull it out and look inside and check the tolerances. Could it be something in the shift tower causing ?
The trans does not have any contamination (filings or cuttings in the oil) and no matter how hard I jam the shifter I can not grind the gears (indicating to me the syncros are OK) I has me stumped. But I may just have to pull it out and look inside and check the tolerances. Could it be something in the shift tower causing ?
02-15-2016, 03:45 AM
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The 5L appears to have been worked on, but sounds like it may have a cam installed as it does not sound stock and even with a the 273 limited slip diff. it seems to have quite a bit of power. wouldn't win any 1/4 mi races though. But it is still a lot of fun to drive.
The trans does not have any contamination (filings or cuttings in the oil) and no matter how hard I jam the shifter I can not grind the gears (indicating to me the syncros are OK) I has me stumped. But I may just have to pull it out and look inside and check the tolerances. Could it be something in the shift tower causing ?
The trans does not have any contamination (filings or cuttings in the oil) and no matter how hard I jam the shifter I can not grind the gears (indicating to me the syncros are OK) I has me stumped. But I may just have to pull it out and look inside and check the tolerances. Could it be something in the shift tower causing ?
04-03-2016, 05:36 PM
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Hi - thanks for replies and questions. I double checked and yes I used ATF Dexron III, I replaced the clutch cable. I reused the firewall adjuster as it looked in good condition. Not sure if I should lift the shifter off and check it to see if it is possibly binding/hanging up when I try to speed shift. What are your thoughts?
04-03-2016, 09:23 PM
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Hi - thanks for replies and questions. I double checked and yes I used ATF Dexron III, I replaced the clutch cable. I reused the firewall adjuster as it looked in good condition. Not sure if I should lift the shifter off and check it to see if it is possibly binding/hanging up when I try to speed shift. What are your thoughts?
