What do you know about replacing the laygear needle bearings with
bushings? I originally came upon this in the "BS about Triumphs"
publication. Seems like racing would provide the real test and an
answer.
Allen Hess
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>From: Catpusher@aol.com
>Subject: Re: Pretty Little Twinklies in my Tranny
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>Rod,
>The rear laygear bearing is the most common failure in this gearbox. It is
>quite possible to take a tooth or two off of reverse gear. Metal fatigue can
>cause
>almost any part that age to fail, and the 3rd gear "C" clip can fail.
>It is a pity that you live in SoCA, as I have rebuilt many of these gearboxes,
>and live just south of San Francisco. I have won many races with this gearbox,
>and know it very well.
>I would suggest removing the gearbox top cover, as this provides a good view
>of many problems, and can be done with the unit still in the car.
>Good Luck from a Triumph Racer
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