Transmission Shift Linkage - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

kiriuskris · 03-27-2006, 12:50 AM

Hey guys! I'm new to this forum and glad I found it. I have a 67 Chevy C-10 with a 283 and three on the tree. I have two questions:

The shift linkage bracket that attaches to the side of the transmission broke in half for R/1st. What is the name of the bracket itself? I've tried looking on the internet and searching for it. I've even tried junkyards but they want to sell the whole side cover to me for $100! I just need this little bracket. I'm getting tired of pushing the truck out of the shed and starting off in 2nd gear. I am afraid I'm gonna burn the clutch out.

Also every so often the linkage on the steering column under the hood would freeze up in a gear. You can't shift. The only way to get it out is to either pull very hard on the shifter itself, or go under the hood and jiggle the mechanism so i let's loose. I'm afraid that I'm going to break something by pulling on the shifter or pinch my finger off by jiggling the linkage. What is causing this problem and how do I fix it? Do I just spray some lub in there like chain lube? I think someone pulling on it might have caused the bracket to break!

I appreciate any help. My dad and I are gonna start tearing this truck down here in the next year or so, but would like to get some use out of it.

**VetteVet** · 03-27-2006, 01:19 AM

Try this web site for info on setting the shift linkage. I Think somone here on the boards should have one of these brackets laying around.

http://1968firebird.org/68sm/3spdsag/3spdsag1.html

jc · 03-27-2006, 01:37 AM

i look tomarrow for ya i should have it
i have 2 spare engines and tranny with 3 on the tree
great link vette i needed this info

jc · 03-27-2006, 01:44 AM

And By The Way . Welcome To The Board !!!

Tx Firefighter · 03-27-2006, 06:15 AM

They want 100 bucks for a whole side cover huh?

I'll make you a deal. You send Josh (the owner of this board) a donation and become a registered member, and I'll mail you a pair of the shift arms absolutely free, shipping included.

jc · 03-27-2006, 06:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

They want 100 bucks for a whole side cover huh?

I'll make you a deal. You send Josh (the owner of this board) a donation and become a registered member, and I'll mail you a pair of the shift arms absolutely free, shipping included.

thats a hell of an idea and silly to turn down!!

03-27-2006, 12:50 AM	#1
kiriuskris New Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Henry, IL Posts: 14	Transmission Shift Linkage Hey guys! I'm new to this forum and glad I found it. I have a 67 Chevy C-10 with a 283 and three on the tree. I have two questions: The shift linkage bracket that attaches to the side of the transmission broke in half for R/1st. What is the name of the bracket itself? I've tried looking on the internet and searching for it. I've even tried junkyards but they want to sell the whole side cover to me for $100! I just need this little bracket. I'm getting tired of pushing the truck out of the shed and starting off in 2nd gear. I am afraid I'm gonna burn the clutch out. Also every so often the linkage on the steering column under the hood would freeze up in a gear. You can't shift. The only way to get it out is to either pull very hard on the shifter itself, or go under the hood and jiggle the mechanism so i let's loose. I'm afraid that I'm going to break something by pulling on the shifter or pinch my finger off by jiggling the linkage. What is causing this problem and how do I fix it? Do I just spray some lub in there like chain lube? I think someone pulling on it might have caused the bracket to break! I appreciate any help. My dad and I are gonna start tearing this truck down here in the next year or so, but would like to get some use out of it.

03-27-2006, 01:19 AM	#2
VetteVet Msgt USAF Ret Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Posts: 8,719	Re: Transmission Shift Linkage Try this web site for info on setting the shift linkage. I Think somone here on the boards should have one of these brackets laying around. http://1968firebird.org/68sm/3spdsag/3spdsag1.html __________________ VetteVet metallic green 67 stepside 74 corvette convertible 1965 Harley sportster 1995 Harley wide glide Growing old is hell, but it beats the alternative.

03-27-2006, 01:37 AM	#3
jc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Jackson, New Jersey Posts: 1,560	Re: Transmission Shift Linkage i look tomarrow for ya i should have it i have 2 spare engines and tranny with 3 on the tree great link vette i needed this info __________________ 2004 Silverado 2500HD Crewcab 4x4 2000 TOYOTA 4RUNNER 1971 CHEYENNE LWB (THE LOVE SHACK) 1967 c-10 lwb (THE FARMERS DAUGHTER)

03-27-2006, 01:44 AM	#4
jc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Jackson, New Jersey Posts: 1,560	Re: Transmission Shift Linkage And By The Way . Welcome To The Board !!! __________________ 2004 Silverado 2500HD Crewcab 4x4 2000 TOYOTA 4RUNNER 1971 CHEYENNE LWB (THE LOVE SHACK) 1967 c-10 lwb (THE FARMERS DAUGHTER)

03-27-2006, 06:15 AM	#5
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: Transmission Shift Linkage They want 100 bucks for a whole side cover huh? I'll make you a deal. You send Josh (the owner of this board) a donation and become a registered member, and I'll mail you a pair of the shift arms absolutely free, shipping included. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin



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