auto shiofter help super tough to shift - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

JORGIE95961 · 05-02-2011, 12:15 AM

first time shifting this column in the last 20 years. it was in the cab im using . and since im doing a manual to auto swap im using it. but the damn thing is super hard to shift . Im sure its probably just a lube issue. IVE DISCONECTED IT FROM STEERING COLUMN AND SHIFTED WITH MY HAND SO IT IS DEFINITELY NOT THE LINKAGE . but i have no idea what to take apart to lube any simple fixes to thios before i give up and buy a different column? i shift the trany manual and thats a piece of cake . but the shifter man thats stiff.. any help for a mediocre parts swapper is gladly welcomed and apprecieated!!!!

60ratrod · 05-02-2011, 04:13 AM

check for any binding in the linkage.

ubtripn · 05-02-2011, 09:11 AM

I had the same problem and I shot PB Lubricator down and around where the shifter enters the column and BAM, smooth as silk, it really tripped me out how well it worked. Should work for you too if there are no mechanical binding issues.

68gmsee · 05-02-2011, 09:21 AM

More than likely it needs relubing as mentioned above. If you're not sure, you can simply disconnect the link at the column.

If you're sure it's in the column then do as suggested above and slowly work the shift lever up and down. Do not use extreme force or you will break the shift lever pivot end.

On my old 69 I actually removed the column and dismantled everything and regreased the shift column and steering mechanism.

JORGIE95961 · 05-02-2011, 09:27 AM

ttt

cdowns · 05-02-2011, 09:31 AM

i like to spray heavily with WD40 to clean out old dirt dust and petrified grease then when it has loosened up i'll spray with white lithium grease for a longer lasting lubrication effect

JORGIE95961 · 05-02-2011, 09:32 AM

thanks guys . took the lever out and shot some lube in it last night. this morning still pretty hard.. I took out the little bolts on the steering column that hold the lil shift bump thingy in the engine compartment. and it shifted smother beacause that lil part moves now when i shift. but im sure thats not supposed to move..

vasquezmrysvll · 05-02-2011, 11:26 AM

mine is hard to get in and out of park, is that the same problem your having?

JORGIE95961 · 05-02-2011, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by vasquezmrysvll

mine is hard to get in and out of park, is that the same problem your having?

all the gears bro. its definitely in the column. im gonna try and tear it apart tonight.. If for you its just outa park its probably hittingthat little bump below the shift lever think in the engine compartment try a lil bit of grease on the bump..

vasquezmrysvll · 05-02-2011, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by JORGIE95961

all the gears bro. its definitely in the column. im gonna try and tear it apart tonight.. If for you its just outa park its probably hittingthat little bump below the shift lever think in the engine compartment try a lil bit of grease on the bump..

will do, good-luck with your trouble shooting.

Keller · 05-02-2011, 03:53 PM

i had the same problem, took the steering wheel and horn/turn signal stuff off and there's a cylinder that slides up and down the steering column and they were binding together. put a small amount of brake parts grease on it and she's good as new.

68gmsee · 05-02-2011, 04:03 PM

fyi:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425781

JORGIE95961 · 05-02-2011, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by keller

i had the same problem, took the steering wheel and horn/turn signal stuff off and there's a cylinder that slides up and down the steering column and they were binding together. Put a small amount of brake parts grease on it and she's good as new.

is it pretty obvious once i take it apart?

JORGIE95961 · 05-02-2011, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 68gmsee

fyi:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425781

thanks.. But i have an auto shifter

Keller · 05-02-2011, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by JORGIE95961

is it pretty obvious once i take it apart?

yes, once you get the wheel and horn/turn signal out of the way you will be able to move the shift lever and see exactly what I'm talking about. just pay careful attention to how everything comes out.

JORGIE95961 · 05-02-2011, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Keller

yes, once you get the wheel and horn/turn signal out of the way you will be able to move the shift lever and see exactly what I'm talking about. just pay careful attention to how everything comes out.

thanks keller i owe ya one

05-02-2011, 12:15 AM	#1
JORGIE95961 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: OLIVEHURST CA Posts: 570	auto shiofter help super tough to shift first time shifting this column in the last 20 years. it was in the cab im using . and since im doing a manual to auto swap im using it. but the damn thing is super hard to shift . Im sure its probably just a lube issue. IVE DISCONECTED IT FROM STEERING COLUMN AND SHIFTED WITH MY HAND SO IT IS DEFINITELY NOT THE LINKAGE . but i have no idea what to take apart to lube any simple fixes to thios before i give up and buy a different column? i shift the trany manual and thats a piece of cake . but the shifter man thats stiff.. any help for a mediocre parts swapper is gladly welcomed and apprecieated!!!! Last edited by JORGIE95961; 05-02-2011 at 09:05 AM. Reason: forgot to mention linkage sorry

05-02-2011, 04:13 AM	#2
60ratrod yes, i do Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Spokane, wa Posts: 2,734	Re: auto shiofter help super tough to shift check for any binding in the linkage. __________________ ERROR 404....... SNAPPY COMEBACK NOT FOUND _______________________________________________________________________________________________ -60 Chevy C10, dead 350/good th350 combo, sitting on a 76 c10 blazer frame, built from 11 different vehicles "the abomination" -07 gmt900 silverado 1500 lt xcab z71, granite blue -81 suzuki gs650g "shelah"- current project -81 kz1000m1 csr "sarge" -next project (just beautification) -07 kawasaki vulcan classic vn900

05-02-2011, 09:11 AM	#3
ubtripn Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 1,280	Re: auto shiofter help super tough to shift I had the same problem and I shot PB Lubricator down and around where the shifter enters the column and BAM, smooth as silk, it really tripped me out how well it worked. Should work for you too if there are no mechanical binding issues.

05-02-2011, 09:21 AM	#4
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: auto shiofter help super tough to shift More than likely it needs relubing as mentioned above. If you're not sure, you can simply disconnect the link at the column. If you're sure it's in the column then do as suggested above and slowly work the shift lever up and down. Do not use extreme force or you will break the shift lever pivot end. On my old 69 I actually removed the column and dismantled everything and regreased the shift column and steering mechanism.

05-02-2011, 09:27 AM	#5
JORGIE95961 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: OLIVEHURST CA Posts: 570	Re: auto shifter help super tough to shift ttt

05-02-2011, 09:31 AM	#6
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: auto shiofter help super tough to shift i like to spray heavily with WD40 to clean out old dirt dust and petrified grease then when it has loosened up i'll spray with white lithium grease for a longer lasting lubrication effect __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

05-02-2011, 09:32 AM	#7
JORGIE95961 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: OLIVEHURST CA Posts: 570	Re: auto shiofter help super tough to shift thanks guys . took the lever out and shot some lube in it last night. this morning still pretty hard.. I took out the little bolts on the steering column that hold the lil shift bump thingy in the engine compartment. and it shifted smother beacause that lil part moves now when i shift. but im sure thats not supposed to move..

05-02-2011, 11:26 AM	#8
vasquezmrysvll "the other guy" Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Olivehurst California 95961 Posts: 901	Re: auto shiofter help super tough to shift mine is hard to get in and out of park, is that the same problem your having? __________________ God Said,"Building A 10 Second Import Is Like Coming Out Of The Closet, In The End Ur Still....."EXPLETIVE"

05-02-2011, 03:53 PM	#11
Keller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 79	Re: auto shiofter help super tough to shift i had the same problem, took the steering wheel and horn/turn signal stuff off and there's a cylinder that slides up and down the steering column and they were binding together. put a small amount of brake parts grease on it and she's good as new. __________________ 1972 C10 Longbed 350/350 Last edited by Keller; 05-02-2011 at 03:54 PM. Reason: rewording

05-02-2011, 04:03 PM	#12
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: auto shiofter help super tough to shift fyi: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425781



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