Originally Posted by
Dave Ridge
Unless 5th is actually worn due to knackered syncro and crunching into gear.
Didn't notice any mention of the 5th being required just because the original will be bust on removal. Are people jumping to conclusions ??
we are talking about the 5th gear main shaft not the 5th gear lay shaft which is the one with the synchro hub
the 5th gear main shaft is an interference fit and has to be heated to a specific temperature to be fitted.
The 5th gear lay shaft is on needle rollers and slides off