1952 F3, Clutch Problems
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1952 F3, Clutch Problems
My truck has the original motor and trans in it. On this year model truck I was told that you had to double clutch when shifting. Problem is that when you shift, the gears grind before going into gear. Checked the transmission and it seems to be ok, had the clutch and pressure plate rebuilt reinstalled everything adjusted freeplay(only adjustment listed in manual) and the problem is still there.Changed out clutch and transmission with another one from a 1952 F2. Does the same thing.?. Anyone has an idea for me I would appreciate it. Thanks 19Jed52
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1952 F3, Clutch Problems
I have a 51-f2 with a 4-speed, mine does the same thing but if your going the right speed it seems not to do it much. But don't try to down shift, just forget it. I have an owner's manual and I doesn't say anything about double-shifting on my particular truck. In fact you don't have start in 1st gear unless you're going uphill or towing something. Oh, does your trans make a lot of noise (not grinding or anything)? Mine does.....
-Chris
p.s. You could just install some loud speakers and a high powered amp, and you won't hear the trans grind anymore.
-Chris
p.s. You could just install some loud speakers and a high powered amp, and you won't hear the trans grind anymore.
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1952 F3, Clutch Problems
Your transmission is working normally. In order to shift without grinding, you need to match the engine speed with the transmission speed. Don't use the clutch at all except to start rolling. With a little practice, you will be able to listen to the sound of the engine and know when to drop the shifter into the next gear. To downshift, don't use the clutch - just give it a little gas so that it will slip out of gear easily and then rev the engine up until it matches the speed of the next lower gear. Apply light pressure to the shifter as the engine accelerates and it will drop right into gear as the speeds match up.
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