Inliners International Forums General Discussion Drive Train Adapting a 1955 open drivetrain

Making some progress, the main shaft has all gears, bearings, synchros, et al, removed. It was a piece of cake with even my cheapo HF 12-ton press. This last piece stays on, and shouldn't be taken off, it's the inside of the slider, I believe for 3rd/4th. It is broached on hot, and you should not take them off.

Don't forget that pesky ball to hold the needle bearing in place. Only WC have needle bearings inside the gears.


EDIT: Darn it, wasn't so lucky with the counter shaft. My little cheapie 12-ton HF is not up to it...

I should maybe try a bit of heat on the bearing. I'm replacing it, so no loss.