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Unit 5302 · 04-18-2001, 06:29 PM

I've never heard of that technique, as far as up and down, if there is basically any play, I would think it's shot. I can't figure out how an in and out play would be the bearings?

The T-5 went from a needle bearing (much like the setup in a U-joint) to a tapered roller bearing for more durability.

The input shaft, first gear, and the 3rd gear syncros are usually the weak points on the T-5.

Did you sell your other T-5? You may be able to slap that in there as a quick fix.

Sorry you're having so many problems with the beastie.

[This message has been edited by Unit 5302 (edited 04-18-2001).]

04-18-2001, 06:29 PM	#2
Unit 5302 Registered Member Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 5,246	I've never heard of that technique, as far as up and down, if there is basically any play, I would think it's shot. I can't figure out how an in and out play would be the bearings? The T-5 went from a needle bearing (much like the setup in a U-joint) to a tapered roller bearing for more durability. The input shaft, first gear, and the 3rd gear syncros are usually the weak points on the T-5. Did you sell your other T-5? You may be able to slap that in there as a quick fix. Sorry you're having so many problems with the beastie. [This message has been edited by Unit 5302 (edited 04-18-2001).]