Date: Tue, 04 Jan 2005 00:40:45 GMT From: John B <rotten_NOSPAM_nospam.org> Subject: Re: Looking for a private mechanic in the Atlanta area.
On 3 Jan 2005 14:03:54 -0800, quenbro <quenbronospamcape.com> wrote: > Sir, the problem is the stick goes all around pretty loosely though > stuck in one gear. Car can't run without clutch held or in transit > revving to rpms req. for this gear. Occurred all sudden, although > third gear transmission is gone, runs well otherwise though. I was > told trans will eventually go, sooner or later. Console doesn't move. > Thanks > I've read a couple reports in this group of the shift lever breaking off inside the boot (where it meets the ball). Perhaps yours is partially broken off? It's easy enough to check, by peeling back the boot and peeking. John