I replaced the automatic shifter bezel on my 1985 Capri and am having difficulty getting the knob/spring back on. Is there a trick to it?
1985 Capri Automatic Shifter Knob
I replaced the automatic shifter bezel on my 1985 Capri and am having difficulty getting the knob/spring back on. Is there a trick to it?
I did that a couple of years back on my 79. Don't recall anything special todo.
To trigger my memory;
What is your issue with it?
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Don't think so, should just snap back on.
'86 GT - weekend driver
'86 Capri 5.0
'86 Turbo Coupe
'17 Mustang GT
'23 BRONCO
I think you may have the push button upside down.
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When I attempt to reinstall the shifter T handle (with a spring loaded button) back onto the shaft, the button doesn't push in. The shifter T handle appears to be on but the button will not move. I've tried installing multiple times and same result. The shaft has a small roller with the cable attached to it and it goes over a v shaped channel down to the actual shifter link on the floor. The handle had to be pulled forcefully to come off and I have attempted to forcefully put it back on, but I've had no luck getting it right. I'm stumped.Originally Posted by Hans
I looked at that, but it appears that there is only one way for the button to be inserted into the shifter T handle...
I have found it was easier to slide on if I positioned the stick between gears so the little pill snapped bit was straight up and down. The as I press down I would push it out of that position.
1984.5 G.T.350 5.0 CFI AOD Convertible (TRX package, loaded)
K&N filter in a stock dual snorkel, GT40 heads, Edelbrock 3721 intake, MSD 8456 Dist., MSD 8227 coil
Comp cams XE254H, hypereutectic pistons
Hooker Super Comp Shorty Equal Length Headers, catted BBK H-pipe, full custom duals
Maximum Motorsports caster/camber plates and strut tower brace, 3.73 rear, dura grip (both Yukon)
Ford Performance Springs, Firehawk A/S 225/55r16 on LMR TRX r390 wheels (street)
Federal 595 rs-rr 245/40r17 and 255/40r17 on OE cobra r wheels (race)
AOD rebuilt with a 6 clutch direct drum, Koline steels stacked with 8 clutches, Kevlar band, superior shift kit, new torque converter. --Everything else stock and fully functional.
I tried that on my lunch break and tapped it with a mallot and the handle and the button assembly broke. I'm now looking for a replacement if anyone knows where I can find one.
You know what... I have a brand new extra I bought just in case. If you have problems finding one from a real reseller let me know.
1984.5 G.T.350 5.0 CFI AOD Convertible (TRX package, loaded)
K&N filter in a stock dual snorkel, GT40 heads, Edelbrock 3721 intake, MSD 8456 Dist., MSD 8227 coil
Comp cams XE254H, hypereutectic pistons
Hooker Super Comp Shorty Equal Length Headers, catted BBK H-pipe, full custom duals
Maximum Motorsports caster/camber plates and strut tower brace, 3.73 rear, dura grip (both Yukon)
Ford Performance Springs, Firehawk A/S 225/55r16 on LMR TRX r390 wheels (street)
Federal 595 rs-rr 245/40r17 and 255/40r17 on OE cobra r wheels (race)
AOD rebuilt with a 6 clutch direct drum, Koline steels stacked with 8 clutches, Kevlar band, superior shift kit, new torque converter. --Everything else stock and fully functional.
Oh no... Sadly the motorcraft replacement is only the outer shell, not the button mechanism!
1984.5 G.T.350 5.0 CFI AOD Convertible (TRX package, loaded)
K&N filter in a stock dual snorkel, GT40 heads, Edelbrock 3721 intake, MSD 8456 Dist., MSD 8227 coil
Comp cams XE254H, hypereutectic pistons
Hooker Super Comp Shorty Equal Length Headers, catted BBK H-pipe, full custom duals
Maximum Motorsports caster/camber plates and strut tower brace, 3.73 rear, dura grip (both Yukon)
Ford Performance Springs, Firehawk A/S 225/55r16 on LMR TRX r390 wheels (street)
Federal 595 rs-rr 245/40r17 and 255/40r17 on OE cobra r wheels (race)
AOD rebuilt with a 6 clutch direct drum, Koline steels stacked with 8 clutches, Kevlar band, superior shift kit, new torque converter. --Everything else stock and fully functional.
Here's a NOS A/T shifter button. Is it of any help?
https://www.npdlink.com/product/butt...0000%26year%3D
1985 Mustang GT (Mothballed...Desired restomod parts acquired...Top of my project list for my 2024 retirement!)
Wow. Surprised it's still available.
1984.5 G.T.350 5.0 CFI AOD Convertible (TRX package, loaded)
K&N filter in a stock dual snorkel, GT40 heads, Edelbrock 3721 intake, MSD 8456 Dist., MSD 8227 coil
Comp cams XE254H, hypereutectic pistons
Hooker Super Comp Shorty Equal Length Headers, catted BBK H-pipe, full custom duals
Maximum Motorsports caster/camber plates and strut tower brace, 3.73 rear, dura grip (both Yukon)
Ford Performance Springs, Firehawk A/S 225/55r16 on LMR TRX r390 wheels (street)
Federal 595 rs-rr 245/40r17 and 255/40r17 on OE cobra r wheels (race)
AOD rebuilt with a 6 clutch direct drum, Koline steels stacked with 8 clutches, Kevlar band, superior shift kit, new torque converter. --Everything else stock and fully functional.
I found an 87 handle that appears to be the same but the button assembly is different so I did order this button assembly and it should be delivered tomorrow. I’m still concerned that I won’t be able to get it installed easily
How much do you want for it?
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