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rene62 · 02-11-2007, 12:48 AM

Does anyone know what this part is called? there is supposed to be a spring there between the clamps but I,m not sure what its called . I was told that it might be a pivot point?

**clay68c10** · 02-11-2007, 01:55 AM

Shift linkage pivot rod? Mine doesn't have a spring.

JimKshortstep4x4 · 02-11-2007, 10:38 AM

I suppose a spring could be installed at that location, but I have never seen one on any trucks. The spring would be a little redundant as the spring on the transmission shift bracket keeps the linkage in place.

Jim

**LockDoc** · 02-11-2007, 01:47 PM

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Here is a picture of what you have. I agree with the other guys. I don't think there is supposed to be anything in there. I imagine there was a problem with the bellcrank engaging the shift lever so the owner shimmed it out so it would work. It looks to me like the shift lever on the transmission is worn out. It should look like the one in the picture.

LockDoc

rene62 · 02-11-2007, 02:57 PM

thanks for the info. much appreciated

JimKshortstep4x4 · 02-11-2007, 08:32 PM

LockDoc,

Great picture of the linkage. The illustration in the Service Manual is not near as clear but there are no springs shown in it either.

(I saved the pic as it is very clear).

Jim

Reina62 · 06-28-2007, 09:44 PM

There is one on ebay right now for 12.99

ChevLoRay · 06-28-2007, 10:09 PM

Funny thing is those bellcranks have a tendency to wear, and people would weld and braze them when they could just order a new one from GM. I have two NOS ones that I have had for over 7 years. Wound up not needing them at all, but have just squirreled them away.

Find a friend at a GM dealership....I'm betting they're still available. When I dig these out, I'll check the part number and post it, if you're interested.

*trkklr77* · 06-28-2007, 10:18 PM

the springs were found on the 73+ trucks. no reason to/not run them.

02-11-2007, 12:48 AM	#1
rene62 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fresno Posts: 4	pivot point? Does anyone know what this part is called? there is supposed to be a spring there between the clamps but I,m not sure what its called . I was told that it might be a pivot point? Attached Images

02-11-2007, 01:55 AM	#2
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,932	Re: pivot point? Shift linkage pivot rod? Mine doesn't have a spring. __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

02-11-2007, 10:38 AM	#3
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	Re: pivot point? I suppose a spring could be installed at that location, but I have never seen one on any trucks. The spring would be a little redundant as the spring on the transmission shift bracket keeps the linkage in place. Jim __________________ 1971 Shortbox step side 4x4, 350 sbc, 3:07 rear end 1965 Impala SS 400 sbc, Muncie rock crusher 1966 Impala SS 396 bbc, TH 400 1969 El Camino, 350 sbc, TH 350 1971 Snowplow built on a Blazer frame 1972 GMC Short bed, stepside, TH 400, 427 BBC

02-11-2007, 01:47 PM	#4
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,395	Re: pivot point? - Here is a picture of what you have. I agree with the other guys. I don't think there is supposed to be anything in there. I imagine there was a problem with the bellcrank engaging the shift lever so the owner shimmed it out so it would work. It looks to me like the shift lever on the transmission is worn out. It should look like the one in the picture. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

02-11-2007, 02:57 PM	#5
rene62 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fresno Posts: 4	Re: pivot point? thanks for the info. much appreciated

02-11-2007, 08:32 PM	#6
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	Re: pivot point? LockDoc, Great picture of the linkage. The illustration in the Service Manual is not near as clear but there are no springs shown in it either. (I saved the pic as it is very clear). Jim __________________ 1971 Shortbox step side 4x4, 350 sbc, 3:07 rear end 1965 Impala SS 400 sbc, Muncie rock crusher 1966 Impala SS 396 bbc, TH 400 1969 El Camino, 350 sbc, TH 350 1971 Snowplow built on a Blazer frame 1972 GMC Short bed, stepside, TH 400, 427 BBC Last edited by JimKshortstep4x4; 02-11-2007 at 08:32 PM. Reason: Spelling

06-28-2007, 09:44 PM	#7
Reina62 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fresno Posts: 2	Re: pivot point? There is one on ebay right now for 12.99

06-28-2007, 10:09 PM	#8
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: pivot point? Funny thing is those bellcranks have a tendency to wear, and people would weld and braze them when they could just order a new one from GM. I have two NOS ones that I have had for over 7 years. Wound up not needing them at all, but have just squirreled them away. Find a friend at a GM dealership....I'm betting they're still available. When I dig these out, I'll check the part number and post it, if you're interested. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

06-28-2007, 10:18 PM	#9
trkklr77 Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: vacaville ca, because it as far from indy as i can be Posts: 777	Re: pivot point? the springs were found on the 73+ trucks. no reason to/not run them.



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