dan53

After almost all summer with my car sitting in the garage, i decided to tear it apart myself. I think bob was right, my direct speed ring and sleeve are pretty burred up. In my shop manual, it says "serviced in sleeve and ring package". Also, unrelated, my e-brake is full of oil so i need an extension housing seal, and of course the extension housing to case gasket. Does anyone know where to find these parts?

I'm in Wentzville, MO USA. I think it's a long shot to find someone local, but its worth a shot. Thanks keith

Thanks for the replys guys. I'm not really comfortable completely rebuilding it myself so i've been looking for a local mechanic that knows about them but i have not had any luck. If i don't find someone before the end of summer i will try myself. I will be sure to post on this thread what i find out to hopefully help out the next guy

Can i remove the gear shift housing and be able to tell if they need replaced before i pull the transmission?

I see this thread is old but i am having similar problems. I have the correct amount of fluid, rpms, and my shifter fork lock screw is tight. I disconnected the solenoid and test drove and it still did not shift. I removed the interupter switch and verified the direct speed rail is moving forward BUT it looks like it is not moving forward enough for the ball on the rail to contact the ball on the interupter switch. I am thinking my piston is sticking but i figured i would ask for advice before i dig that far. This is a fluid-matic transmission in a 53 Chrysler crown imperial my great grandfather bought new in 53