Shifting Issue - 3rd to 2nd
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From: Southern Bear Flag
Shifting Issue - 3rd to 2nd
So I just installed a Head Hoggers shifter bushing and a new chrome shift linkage rod on my 07 Electra Glide
zero issues before. The new chrome shifter linkage is exactly the same length as the stocker was, however now I have an issue going from 3rd to 2nd gear. Seems to not want to get into second gear when downshifting and I have to stomp rather hard to get it into gear??
When it does this, the shifter lever seems to float or be very soft like its just missing the gear. Doesnt do it every time but like 40-50% of the time.
Any ideas/thoughts?
When it does this, the shifter lever seems to float or be very soft like its just missing the gear. Doesnt do it every time but like 40-50% of the time.
Any ideas/thoughts?
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From: Southern Bear Flag
Could do that, but the new linkage is the exact same size and length as the old one
will try that tomorrow.
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From: anacoco, la
the overall length may be the same, but is the nut for the heim joints in a different spot? if so, the nut could be contacting the lever, creating just enough resistance to keep you from a full shift.
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From: B.C.
Adjust the nuts on the shifting shaft evenly. Be careful not to start pulling into gear or out.
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From: Southern Bear Flag
Not sure how this could be the cause?? The bushing creates a rock solid connection and is much smoother than the stock metal bushings that were both worn causing a good amount of slop. Im going to play around with the length of the shift linkage and the angle of the front shifter lever to see if I can alleviate the missed shift from 3-2
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Not sure how this could be the cause?? The bushing creates a rock solid connection and is much smoother than the stock metal bushings that were both worn causing a good amount of slop. Im going to play around with the length of the shift linkage and the angle of the front shifter lever to see if I can alleviate the missed shift from 3-2