BBHSTT Posted April 8, 2015 Share Posted April 8, 2015 Hello from St. Thomas, Virgin Islands to all my Buick Reatta Forum friends,Owning my Reatta on an island is great when it's running well, but it is truly a hassle when it's not feeling well and needs a part! We were preparing to leave island for about 1-1/2 months on vacation and had driven the car to our storage unit. Upon arrival, the engine stopped and I couldn't put it into any gear. The only way to stop it from rolling, was to put on the hand brake. In panic, I called my sole mechanic on-island who tried to describe what part in the engine we needed to find and check in order to get the car in gear and started again. He diagnosed the problem correctly as a disconnected GEAR SHIFT CABLE. [i think this is the same part that was recalled a number of years ago on the Reattas]. Once the cable was temporarily connected, the car started. The mechanic has tried unsuccessfully to find a replacement gear shift cable and connection bolt. Can someone help me find this part so I can safely get back on the road? As usual, thanks in advance for your help and guidance.Beverly "Island Girl" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harry yarnell Posted April 8, 2015 Share Posted April 8, 2015 If the end has popped off the lever on the transmission, it can usually be snapped back on.But, it may pop off again. Simply wire it down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVES89 Posted April 8, 2015 Share Posted April 8, 2015 I remember someone doing a tutorial on this years ago. There were a series of comments, and it involved making a clip or something like that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fleek Posted April 8, 2015 Share Posted April 8, 2015 Try this thread. http://forums.aaca.org/showthread.php?t=390156 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVES89 Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 I did a quick advanced search but couldn't find it. If memory serves me it was a retired guy that owned a Reatta, pick up truck and his wife had a car. He was having a series of issues with his Reatta and his wife thought that he should get rid of his Reatta. This was one of the last repairs he did before he sold his car. I think he was from Indiana. A bunch of posters offered suggestions and a way of repairing it was developed. I know Padgett commented and I believe so did 63viking. I'll try again... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBHSTT Posted April 9, 2015 Author Share Posted April 9, 2015 Thanks for the temporary fix suggestions. Have put on a strap to hold it in place. Will make sure that it is tied on well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBHSTT Posted April 9, 2015 Author Share Posted April 9, 2015 Will check the thread for possible leads. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVES89 Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 I already brought it up for you. It's called "Tranny shifter". At the time of my response to you it is two posts down... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machiner 55 Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 Beverly "Island Girl",Dave already brought this up but I'll make it easier for you. See Post #10 in this threadPrint out the post making sure the picture is attached then take it to your Mechanic. I did this over 9 years ago and it's still there. Using a stainless steel screw and washers there is key. Not absolutely necessary but, in your climate, I highly suggest using stainless.John F. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 I will be sending Beverly a cable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
91vert Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 Jim to the rescue.Does this involve another trip like the one to New Zealand ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now