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MGB Gearbox Selector Shaft Tensioning

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Simmo

Simmo

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There are three screws just behind the bell housing which bear on a spring and ball to put tension on the operating Rods.
Does anyone know how to manover the gearbox into a position in order to remove these bolts so that I can increase the tension on these springs with the introduction of a spacer.
At least one anyway, so as to hopefully stop the jumping out of top gear.
Any suggestions gratefully accepted
 
I am guessing that increasing the tension on the detent springs will not correct the problem. Your issue is most likely a worn 4th gear syncro.
 
Joe Schlosser said:
I am guessing that increasing the tension on the detent springs will not correct the problem. Your issue is most likely a worn 4th gear syncro.
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Agreed. If not wear in the synchro it could be wear in the selector fork or the syncro hub.
 
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