Bill
First gear replacements are available $430 - $530 depending on type.
If you are mechanically inclined, replacing it yourself is feasible. -I
rebuilt my sideshifter with all new synchros, roller bearings etc, with no
problems.. never having tackled a gearbox before. --Just be certain to use a
good shop manual stay organized, and when in doubt, consult some of the
available expert sources.
Or, you would need to check local shops for a price on labor.
David W. Jones
'62 Mk II BT7 tricarb
Cumberland, RI USA
----- Original Message -----
From: Bill Browning
To: Healey List
Sent: Sunday, October 16, 2005 10:26 AM
Subject: '66 BJ8 1st gear damaged
Hello list:
I was surprised by my mechanic when he told me my first gear is damaged,
clicking noise. I've owed 3 other BJ8s' and this has never happened. I am
the only driver except for mechanic test drives when being repaired.
Totally, totally surprised. I have been told I "drive like a girl", am very
puzzled! To say the least!
Question: what to do? How expensive is it to fix? Labor? Change to smitty 5
speed? Expense on that? Recommendations to do repair? I'm in North
Carolina.
Thanking you in advance,
Bill Browning
Charlotte, N.C.
USA
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