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Old May 10, 2022 | 04:52 PM
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I recently "rebuild" the trans in my 83 F-150 but I'm having issues with finding parts. I managed to find a front bearing retainer and some gaskets. But the last thing I need is a new clutch fork. I've looked everywhere and can't find one it's a mechanical clutch on a New Process T-18 with a 4.9L. Does anyone have any ideas on where to find one?

The pivot ball is attached to the bell housing and on most replacement forks I've seen it's mounted to the fork itself.
 
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Old May 10, 2022 | 04:53 PM
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I recently "rebuild" the trans in my 83 F-150 but I'm having issues with finding parts. I managed to find a front bearing retainer and some gaskets. But the last thing I need is a new clutch fork. I've looked everywhere and can't find one it's a mechanical clutch on a New Process T-18 with a 4.9L. Does anyone have any ideas on where to find one?

The pivot ball is attached to the bell housing and on most replacement forks I've seen it's mounted to the fork itself.

 
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What is wrong with that one?
Clean it up and look for any numbers on it and post them up.
They are not part numbers but engineering numbers.
See if you can find a part number here and then see if you can find that number on Ebay or maybe even a Ford dealer.
https://www.garysgaragemahal.com/clu...d-linkage.html
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The issue with the one I have now is that where the fork engages the TOB is worn pretty severely. Plus the bracket that holds it to the pivot ball is broken.
 
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