Vladimir Broz wrote:
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> A midnight "Howdy" to all you good guys!
>
> My SV has developed an intermitent shift problem. Ocasionally, while
> motoring along, I cannot select 1st or 2nd. 3rd/4th remain smooth as
> butter. When I shut the engine off, all gears are smoothly available. If I
> restart the engine, same problem with 1st/2nd. However, if I wait one hour,
> no problems shifting. Any thinking man thoughts are deeply appreciated.
>
> All the best, VRB
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Vladimir:
Sounds like the beginning of a clutch problem to me. A clutch failing to
completely disengage would give these symptoms. Have you tried taking
some slack out of your clutch linkage, or is there oil showing on the
housing? (Also could be broken spring on the throw-out bearing)
Ron Tebo
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