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Originally Posted by oldguy64malibu
Installed rebuilt Saginaw 3 speed. Trans will not down shift from second to first while moving. Trying to downshift to first results in grinding noise. However, if car is at a dead stop, with engine running, if I shift into reverse and then into first gear it engages easily with no grinding. If I shut the engine off it will shift easily into first.
Any ideas ?
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sounds like there is not enough airgap or clutch freeplay..
based on ''if I shift into reverse and then into first gear it engages easily with no grinding. If I shut the engine off it will shift easily into first.'' 
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68 Malibu, 427, T400, 3.73 12bolt, F1-R procharged & intercooled
Last edited by vinces427bb; 09-26-2017 at 07:25 PM.
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