Eugene Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Ok, I have a 5 speed box in an old style chassis with remote linkage (as used on the 4-speed box). The problem I have is that going from 2nd to 3rd can 'baulk', while 4th to 3rd is fine. Is this likely to be the linkage, or an issues with the box? 1st can also be difficult to engage at times when stationary. Ideas? Small Boy - with Loud Toy! Co-founder of the BOG Club See Eugene here and see what I do here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eccles Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 I would have thought that it would be play/mis-alignment in the linkage, any play with the side to side movement of the linkage could mean the gearstick on the box is not quite in the right place when you select 3rd or 1st. Is there any problem with getting 5th from 4th? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eugene Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 5th from 4th is not a real problem, but can feel less smooth than I expect (hard to describe), while when going to 1st the problem does indeed seem to be an alignment problem, but 3rd from 2nd is more of a 'gear' baulking. Seems strange that 3rd frm 4th is ok though - perfect, but thsi may be because the linkage is then in direct alignment. I've just ordered this new linkage to see if it helps: Clickety click Small Boy - with Loud Toy! Co-founder of the BOG Club See Eugene here and see what I do here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Area Representative Paul Richards Posted March 1, 2010 Area Representative Share Posted March 1, 2010 I suspect and hope that it's a worn linkage and the new one should cure it. I know it sounds obvious, but check clutch adjustment. If you have problems engaging first it can often be simply the clutch not fully disengaging. Assume you have a cable clutch - just try adjusting a few turns just to try it - you can always put it back. Good luck. Paul Richards Area Representative - L.A.D.S. (Lancashire and District Sevens) LADS Website Growing old is compulsory - Growing up is optional Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bricol Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 There's a little nylon U-section that sits in the lever yoke on the main selection rod (for what iof a better description). When it wears, or when it falls out, the change quality goes to pot. Bri Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eugene Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Bri, just spotted that 'saddle' on e-bay, and ordered a new one... Will see if any of these bits help... Watch this space 😬 Small Boy - with Loud Toy! Co-founder of the BOG Club See Eugene here and see what I do here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eugene Posted March 3, 2010 Author Share Posted March 3, 2010 Ok, so fitted the new remote linkage (the small plastic saddle was ok) and the result is fantastic! Also fitted a quick-shift kit at the same time... What a difference 😬 😬 😬 Small Boy - with Loud Toy! Co-founder of the BOG Club See Eugene here and see what I do here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Area Representative Paul Richards Posted March 3, 2010 Area Representative Share Posted March 3, 2010 Excellent - glad it's mended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eccles Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 Great news - looks like a simple yet good piece of kit. Ivan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eugene Posted March 4, 2010 Author Share Posted March 4, 2010 Yep, just been out for a long blatt, and the difference with the new remote linkage and quick shift kit is amazing 😳 Money well spent 😬 Small Boy - with Loud Toy! Co-founder of the BOG Club See Eugene here and see what I do here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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