2.8 five speed advice needed.Please
2.8 five speed advice needed.Please
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Mike Brewer

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612 posts

266 months

Monday 3rd August 2009
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Just need some more advice if poss.As i mentioned my car needs a new clutch cable fitted.The gears seem very vague.Do you think it could be the linkage or bushes.My friend does a lot of Engine swaps.thinks the gearbox has a remote fitted.i will change gear box oil in due course.Thanks for all your help .Mike

MJG280

723 posts

289 months

Monday 3rd August 2009
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Mine is like stirring custard but the gearlever is angled forward which isn't helpful

B@man

1,486 posts

234 months

Monday 3rd August 2009
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Odd...

Ford boxes ain't the best cog swappers but despite several cars fitted with the Type 9 - 5 speed I wouldn't call the change vague.

A big improvement can be made by either buying or making your own quick shift, this basically moves the pivot point on the base of the lever to give greater mechanical advantage and less travel.

DIY info Here

May be worth making sure the plastic ball on the base of the levers not worn out while you have it in bits.