Outbehindthebarn Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 So this truck I bought has a 12 speed in it and I really hate the gear shift(er). It dances around violently, and is uncomfortable to use. You can also rotate it in the gear box a little which seems wrong to me. I know the 12 has a reputation for being a little 'clunky' but I wonder if there is some bushing missing. Quote Fun is what they fine you for!My name is Bob Buckman sir,. . . and I hate truckers. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 There is a pin that goes through the shifter and cone shape housing that bolts to the trans. Maybe its broke, pull the floor and take a look. If its broke you could knock the pin out and just put a bolt and nut in its place. Or replace the the entire shifter. Also check your trans mount ears for loose bolts and rubber mounts. Since you described it as "violently", I would think the problem would be visible. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299401 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 Check the pin, they fatigue with age and fail. No often but they do fail. Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299411 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outbehindthebarn Posted August 8, 2015 Author Share Posted August 8, 2015 So I checked the pin... Somebody put a hose clamp around it to hold it in... hole is egged (someone even tried to weld it) and the pin is jacked-up on the ends... fell out when I turn the shitfer on its side.What would you do????thanks for all the advice.ron Quote Fun is what they fine you for!My name is Bob Buckman sir,. . . and I hate truckers. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299451 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 A bolt and Nyloc nut and 2 washers in lieu of a shifter housing. Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299453 Share on other sites More sharing options...
theakerstwo Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 I would put a shifter in from a CH which has a rubber isolator built in the stick and is so much quitter and smoother to shift. Quote glenn akers Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299454 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 So this truck I bought has a 12 speed in it and I really hate the gear shift(er). It dances around violently, and is uncomfortable to use. You can also rotate it in the gear box a little which seems wrong to me. I know the 12 has a reputation for being a little 'clunky' but I wonder if there is some bushing missing.IMG_0363.JPGIMG_0362.JPGIMG_0361.JPGIMG_0360.JPGIMG_0359.JPGIMG_0358.JPGOoo Compound on the floor! Nice! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299456 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outbehindthebarn Posted August 8, 2015 Author Share Posted August 8, 2015 I would put a shifter in from a CH which has a rubber isolator built in the stick and is so much quitter and smoother to shift.12 speed CH.... Bolts right in, without modification? I really like the idea of smoother and quieter. Quote Fun is what they fine you for!My name is Bob Buckman sir,. . . and I hate truckers. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299461 Share on other sites More sharing options...
theakerstwo Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 You may have to bend the stick for the ch.Find a ch and look at it first and get a plan together Quote glenn akers Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299474 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 No! 12 speed Maxi Torque is the best!!!! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299477 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 um cant you just build the housing up with a welder and grind it back to shape and re drill the hole looks like its a steel housing so should be right a few hours with the welder and grinder and drill she'll be good as newPaul Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299497 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACKTRUCKS4 Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I used a shifter from a CH, had to bend it into shape to work in my superliner, but that made it shorter so I made a short threaded rod to bring the shifter up a little. About 3 inches. Quote Live every day like it's your last, because one of these days, it will be. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299767 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outbehindthebarn Posted August 11, 2015 Author Share Posted August 11, 2015 I used a shifter from a CH, had to bend it into shape to work in my superliner, but that made it shorter so I made a short threaded rod to bring the shifter up a little. About 3 inches.Was it a noticeable improvement? Quote Fun is what they fine you for!My name is Bob Buckman sir,. . . and I hate truckers. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299772 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outbehindthebarn Posted August 11, 2015 Author Share Posted August 11, 2015 A bolt and Nyloc nut and 2 washers in lieu of a shifter housing. There is a pin that goes through the shifter and cone shape housing that bolts to the trans. Maybe its broke, pull the floor and take a look. If its broke you could knock the pin out and just put a bolt and nut in its place. Or replace the the entire shifter. Also check your trans mount ears for loose bolts and rubber mounts. Since you described it as "violently", I would think the problem would be visible. Put a bolt/nut and lock washers in, loc-tite too... seems to have really tightened it up. I looked at my short shifter, it appears that the pin was welded on one end from the factory.. . Haven't had it on the road yet to see if the shaking is gone. Trans. mounts look fine to me. Quote Fun is what they fine you for!My name is Bob Buckman sir,. . . and I hate truckers. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299773 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Put a bolt/nut and lock washers in, loc-tite too... seems to have really tightened it up. I looked at my short shifter, it appears that the pin was welded on one end from the factory.. . Haven't had it on the road yet to see if the shaking is gone. Trans. mounts look fine to me.Simple and easy=truck back on the road. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/41287-i-hate-my-gear-shift/#findComment-299892 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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