[Fordfan69]

Hi Fellas,

I have received a response regarding the 3rd gear misalignment issue. I would like your responses (especially Transmission-trades people) :

"Greg,
If you look at the main shaft gears, second, third, and fourth, the tooth contact patterns are to the tooth “root” and all three contact patterns are centered on the main shaft gear teeth."

My response to him was:

"Yes, Jeff, I can see that, but the mis-alignment still reduces the contact area to a significant degree. Even though the contact patch is centered and deep, this should still result in reduced torque capacity, from what I suspect. If this is not correct, please give me a detailed explanation as to why this is not the case. I am waiting soley on your response in order to seal this tranny up and reinstall.

Thank you Jeff,

Greg. "

What do you guys think? I feel he didn't address the real issue of the gear mis-alignment. I understand that mesh pattern plays an important role, but I feel that the mis-alignment is a big issue also.

Thanks for your input, opinions.

Ed (eshaifer) - I anxiously await the results of the inspection of your tranny when you get back. - thanks.

Cheers guys -
Greg.