"Kick" in the shifter..What gives?

[nene]

Need some opinions here with my shifter still "kicking", even after replacing
tranny and engine mounts.

When driving and I let go of the gas pedal, I still feel the jerking of the shifter lever and it feels like something is loose and swaying back and forth.

I double checked the mounts to make sure they were still tight and all is good.


Opinions?


Serge

[86 911 Targa]

Originally Posted by nene

Need some opinions here with my shifter still "kicking", even after replacing
tranny and engine mounts.

When driving and I let go of the gas pedal, I still feel the jerking of the shifter lever and it feels like something is loose and swaying back and forth.

I double checked the mounts to make sure they were still tight and all is good.


Opinions?


Serge

Shift rod coupler?

[nene]

The coupler and all bushings were replaced recently.

[911pcars]

Inspect the gearbox and engine mount and confirm they're intact (not broken). Visually inspect running engine while on a lift.

Sherwood

[nene]

Good idea Sherwood! Gotta check it out!

Is this common?

[Josh D]

The output shaft walking under load/no load can cause the shifter to move. This is usually due to a failing 4 point bearing or worn bearing retainer allowing movement.

Do you get any gear wine or change in pitch during load/unload?

[midnight911]

clutch

[nene]

Originally Posted by Josh D

The output shaft walking under load/no load can cause the shifter to move. This is usually due to a failing 4 point bearing or worn bearing retainer allowing movement.

Do you get any gear wine or change in pitch during load/unload?

Josh,

No real noticable pitch.