Help finding a tiny snap ring? 53 f100 3 speed

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Oct 18, 2023 | 10:57 PM

EarlsFat

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Help finding a tiny snap ring? 53 f100 3 speed

I need one of 7109. They are discontinued, but is there something else i can use?

Oct 18, 2023 | 11:45 PM

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7109 is not a snap ring, it is a spring that is part of the synchronizer assembly. I would call Van Pelt Sales, 513-724-9486

Oct 19, 2023 | 01:04 AM

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Full part number is C2AZ-7109-A and is listed as a snap ring, but is of a spring steel wire construction. I second reaching out to Van Pelt to get set with what you need, and be sure to share with them the exact transmission we determined you had earlier: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...l#post20994919

This kit of theirs may work for you, but I would confirm with them prior to ordering:

https://www.vanpeltsalesstore.com/51...-62_p_771.html

Oct 19, 2023 | 01:43 PM

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The earlier part number for that spring retainer/snap ring is 51A 7109-A2. Web search for that part number brings up the 51A 7109-S repair kit from several sources, including Van Pelts, and the Van Pelts listing includes the application needed here.

Oct 19, 2023 | 02:48 PM

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WOW is that guy awesome! Thanks for pointing me to him,.... very knowledgeable and helpful.

Thanks guys.

Oct 19, 2023 | 03:14 PM

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So, you talked with Mr. Van Pelt? What did he have to say?

Oct 19, 2023 | 03:33 PM

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So, you talked with Mr. Van Pelt? What did he have to say?

I did. He got me that kit you linked, a gasket set and even made up a set of snap-rings since my son kind of destroyed most of them when taking the transmission apart. He also gave me some tips on how to handle the 3 or 4 damaged teeth and we discussed some replacement gears he has available. It's very nice to talk to people who enjoy what they do... the help and insight they can offer really is amazing.