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cp5491r · 11-21-2013, 10:46 AM

Can any mechanics help diagnose this issue?
My '31 coupe doesn't shift right, especially after sitting for long periods. I often can get it into gear after starting the car (gears just grind). I've ended up having to shut it off, put it in gear, and then start it in gear- which usually creates a lurch forward when I hit the starter. It seems to get better a little better as I drive it but not great. What is really odd is that I can downshift (double-clutching) and it works great! No grinding of gears.
Any thoughts? And yes, I'm experienced in shifting model A's and my Tudor shifts great.
Thank you for ideas.

11-21-2013, 10:46 AM	#1
cp5491r Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Waukee, Iowa Posts: 107	Clutch/Shifting question Can any mechanics help diagnose this issue? My '31 coupe doesn't shift right, especially after sitting for long periods. I often can get it into gear after starting the car (gears just grind). I've ended up having to shut it off, put it in gear, and then start it in gear- which usually creates a lurch forward when I hit the starter. It seems to get better a little better as I drive it but not great. What is really odd is that I can downshift (double-clutching) and it works great! No grinding of gears. Any thoughts? And yes, I'm experienced in shifting model A's and my Tudor shifts great. Thank you for ideas.