Sean wrote:
>
> neil.cairns@virgin.net wrote:
>
> > Just to cheer you up......worn main bearings on the first and third
> > motion shafts. What you describe is the classic test for them. They are
> > the two big ball bearings each end of the gearbox.
> >
> > Neil
>
> Does this mean it's not a big deal? Or do I need to get it fixed before
> my transmission falls out? I would probably need to get it fixed, right?
> (I'm not much of a mechanic.)
>
> Thanks,
> Sean
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Depending on your 'perfectionism', you can leave it till the bearings
growl, and the synchromesh is worn, and then buy a DIY reconditioning
kit and rebuild it. This Standard-Triumph/Marina gearbox is very simple.
Neil
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