Type 9 gear selection SOLVED

[Duckpit]

Over the years I have had gear selection problems with my type 9. I have found it difficult at times to find reverse, 1st to second, 2nd to third and third to 2nd. But no grinding of gears

The car has a new clutch, I have put in a new clutch cable and ensured that the clutch is disengaging. I have changed the oil to ensure I have the correct oil and have now put in yet another new saddle.

Things have improved but my issue now is first to second. 

I understand that if it was a synchro issue then it should improve as the box warms up. It makes no difference to my box.

I put in a quick shift kit a number of years ago which consisted of a thick ally plate & come other bits. Like this:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Escort-Mk1-Mk2-Sierra-5-Speed-Type-9-Gearbox-Road-Quick-Shift-Kit-/292136885061?hash=item4404b71b45:g:GzgAAOSwPh5ZEcwL

The gearstick is from a Sierra.

Could it be a worn fork on the gear stick or a rubbish quick shift kit ?

Any ideas would be great

Nick

 

[Wrightpayne]

Perhaps revert back to the standard shift mechanism. My T9 was always difficult to get reverse with a definite push down before selecting.

Most of the gearbox specialists mentioned on here have reasonable strip and rebuild costs with additional costs for enhancements / repairs. If something is wrong you'll want it fixed! Just set yourself a limit for upgrades as a fancy new gear set can quickly get you into four figures!

Perhaps try a different oil (cover off and suck out the old oil) for the rest of the season.

Ian 

[Bricol]

Try lubricating the actual lever pivot - the nylon ball, cover etc.

Made a massive difference to mine.

[Duckpit]

Ok a new quick shift gear stick from Tiger Racing has sorted it. I reckon the Sierra stick with the quick shift kit was rubbish. Best £30 I have spent recently & they cut it to size for me