Column Shift Problems/anyone ran into this? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

6bangr · 03-13-2008, 12:23 AM

I got the column shift in my c10 but everytime I drive it after the first shift the teeth in the shifting mechanism(does someone know what its really called?) gets all intwined. either it doesnt go into gear or from a stop goes into reverse after a few good jams.
Do I need a new shifting mechanism?
Can I rebuild the one it already has?,or should I put the floor shift?
has any one ran into this.

my67chevytruck · 03-13-2008, 01:04 AM

this a 3 speed on the column? u mentioned after a few jams so sound like a standard to me... if so if the clutch etc. adjusted correctly.

57T210 · 03-13-2008, 01:46 AM

My 71 C10 had a real issue with the linkage....worn out, jamming, etc.

I've put a floor shifter in it for the moment until I figure out all the details on swapping in a T5.

It's a Mr Gasket 'one size fits all but really doesn't' from Autozone. Had to download the instructions from the web site and did a lot of modification to get it to fit. Normal hand tool work, grinding, etc.

Works great but the shift pattern is 'flipped' from what I expected. No problem. It's now a pleasure to drive.

Bypass that column linkage with a floor shift and I think you'll find your problems reduced if not eliminated.

Regards.

PanelDeland · 03-13-2008, 03:24 AM

Go to the FAQ's and search.Krue has a good index.There is a very good post on cleaning lubing and adjusting the 3 speed column shifter.I would try that before i threw down the $$ for a floor shift.I have cleaned and adjusted mine and no longer have the problem.

Green Machine · 03-13-2008, 07:49 AM

heres the link

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=215307

Cyclone44 · 03-13-2008, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PanelDeland

Go to the FAQ's and search.Krue has a good index.There is a very good post on cleaning lubing and adjusting the 3 speed column shifter.I would try that before i threw down the $$ for a floor shift.I have cleaned and adjusted mine and no longer have the problem.

and also the rubber that is around the shifter rod adjustment bolts can be worn out or gone...They are grooved and fit into the column shifter levers...George

**El Jay** · 03-13-2008, 10:26 AM

Check the bushings.

There should be some where the 1st/Rev, & the 2nd/3rd linkage attaches to the shift arms on the tranny; & if memory serves, where the shift linkage exits the steering column.

03-13-2008, 12:23 AM	#1
6bangr Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: East Los, Ca. Posts: 22	Column Shift Problems/anyone ran into this? I got the column shift in my c10 but everytime I drive it after the first shift the teeth in the shifting mechanism(does someone know what its really called?) gets all intwined. either it doesnt go into gear or from a stop goes into reverse after a few good jams. Do I need a new shifting mechanism? Can I rebuild the one it already has?,or should I put the floor shift? has any one ran into this.

03-13-2008, 01:04 AM	#2
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Column Shift Problems/anyone ran into this? this a 3 speed on the column? u mentioned after a few jams so sound like a standard to me... if so if the clutch etc. adjusted correctly. __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

03-13-2008, 01:46 AM	#3
57T210 Chevy Guy Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Chesapeake City, Maryland Posts: 35	Re: Column Shift Problems/anyone ran into this? My 71 C10 had a real issue with the linkage....worn out, jamming, etc. I've put a floor shifter in it for the moment until I figure out all the details on swapping in a T5. It's a Mr Gasket 'one size fits all but really doesn't' from Autozone. Had to download the instructions from the web site and did a lot of modification to get it to fit. Normal hand tool work, grinding, etc. Works great but the shift pattern is 'flipped' from what I expected. No problem. It's now a pleasure to drive. Bypass that column linkage with a floor shift and I think you'll find your problems reduced if not eliminated. Regards. __________________ Juergen Juergen and Ana's Web Page '54 Belair '57 Townsman 210 '67 Malibu Vert '71 C10 '96 Vette LT4

03-13-2008, 03:24 AM	#4
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Column Shift Problems/anyone ran into this? Go to the FAQ's and search.Krue has a good index.There is a very good post on cleaning lubing and adjusting the 3 speed column shifter.I would try that before i threw down the $$ for a floor shift.I have cleaned and adjusted mine and no longer have the problem. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

03-13-2008, 07:49 AM	#5
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03-13-2008, 10:26 AM	#7
El Jay Gone to greener pastures Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gateway to the Delta Posts: 7,354	Re: Column Shift Problems/anyone ran into this? Check the bushings. There should be some where the 1st/Rev, & the 2nd/3rd linkage attaches to the shift arms on the tranny; & if memory serves, where the shift linkage exits the steering column. __________________ '69 Chevy 1/2 T LWB Stepper: Daily Beater '72 GMC 3/4 T Fleet: Another Daily Beater '72 Plymouth Gran Coupe: ? "Ah women. They make the highs higher and the lows more frequent." Friedrich Nietzsche "Never kick a fresh turd on a hot day." Harry S. Truman GUN CONTROL: Never having to say, "I missed you." Always fire two warning shots into your attacker's chest area before putting a bullet between his eyes. Paraphrased from Louis Awerbuck

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