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Old Oct 1, 2017 | 06:19 PM
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Remove Gear Stick

Hi, I am thinking of removing the transmission / gear box.
Can't find an article on it.
How do I take the stick lever off?
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Old Oct 1, 2017 | 08:39 PM
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It's pretty simple. Unscrew the shift ****. Then at the base unscrew the cover. There is a pin on the left side that you have to be careful of. Pull that out (It is in loosely) and the lever will come right out.
I highlighted the pin to watch for. Careful not to lose it.
I think part 7220 is what unscrews in the base.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2017 | 08:40 PM
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Actually, you don't need to unscrew the shift ****.
 
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Old Oct 5, 2017 | 09:54 AM
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Diagram

Hi, thanks, where did you get the diagram from?
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Old Oct 5, 2017 | 05:55 PM
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Hi, I tell you what that cover doesn’t just unscrew. I have left it soaking in WD40. Hopefully it will release? Thanks,
 
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Old Oct 5, 2017 | 08:24 PM
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That diagram is from the Ford Master Parts Catalog
https://www.hipoparts.com/1948-56-fo...ts-catalog-cd/
It is well worth the minimal cost.

I just ran out and checked mine. The 7220 part should unscrew. It is probably been in the same place for 60 years so it might take a bit to loosen it up.
 
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Old Oct 6, 2017 | 09:59 PM
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There should be two flats on the flange of the cap for a wrench. The cap is not very thick, so a pipe wrench or water pump pliers can pinch it tighter on the threads and make removal difficult. A large adjustable wrench or a wrench that fits the flats will work better. You can tap all the way around the flange with a hammer to loosen any rust. You should have the stick in neutral when you pull it out.
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Old Oct 7, 2017 | 01:46 AM
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Hi, I got it to come loose this morning. The cover is now looking a bit wirse for ware. However, I think it can be tidied up.

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Glad you got it off. Often, the little things cause much heartache.
 
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