Hello all,
I have an issue with my transmission in which the shifter will basically only move into 4th gear. I've pulled the transmission cover and it appears that I have a rusty spring issue.
The hi / low fork (at the top in picture) moves side to side with no problem.
The two middle forks are stuck.
The fork at the bottom can be moved side to side by tapping with a mallet.
I have the IT manual and it appears that in order to overhaul the shifter forks, you have to remove the flywheel, clutch and the large cover on the right side of the tractor. My question is if there is an easier way to free up the forks (such as soaking in penetrating oil)? Or if there is an easier way to do a partial disassembly that would allow better access (as it doesn't seem possible to get at the springs without taking them off of the shafts)?
Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.
I have an issue with my transmission in which the shifter will basically only move into 4th gear. I've pulled the transmission cover and it appears that I have a rusty spring issue.
The hi / low fork (at the top in picture) moves side to side with no problem.
The two middle forks are stuck.
The fork at the bottom can be moved side to side by tapping with a mallet.
I have the IT manual and it appears that in order to overhaul the shifter forks, you have to remove the flywheel, clutch and the large cover on the right side of the tractor. My question is if there is an easier way to free up the forks (such as soaking in penetrating oil)? Or if there is an easier way to do a partial disassembly that would allow better access (as it doesn't seem possible to get at the springs without taking them off of the shafts)?
Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.