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A quick question after a quick answer please.
I have fitted a rebuilt gearbox to a NEW gearbox cradle for my '74 Roadster. The original spacer that goes on the top gearbox bolt is too narrow and slips straight through the space. I can tighten the top bolt but can see the cradle bowing in as I do it. The original spacer is 1/8" (.125").
The gap with the gearbox positioned mid way along the adjustment slot is .175".
Is it normal for the standard spacer to be too narrow.
Is the best solution to make up a spacer that is a tight fit and bolt it up like that. I imagine the bowing of the cradle plate is not a good idea.
Thanks Don
I have fitted a rebuilt gearbox to a NEW gearbox cradle for my '74 Roadster. The original spacer that goes on the top gearbox bolt is too narrow and slips straight through the space. I can tighten the top bolt but can see the cradle bowing in as I do it. The original spacer is 1/8" (.125").
The gap with the gearbox positioned mid way along the adjustment slot is .175".
Is it normal for the standard spacer to be too narrow.
Is the best solution to make up a spacer that is a tight fit and bolt it up like that. I imagine the bowing of the cradle plate is not a good idea.
Thanks Don