1991 5spd trans problems - Ford Forums

91explorator · 06-18-2009, 16:28

i have trouble getting into gears sometimes and there is alot of play in the stick shift. My clutch lets out pretty high is this normal. Also here a slite slite grinding noise driving along in 4th an 5th. Any one no of any upgrades or better trans swaps. I also wanna look into getting a floor shift transfer case instead of the electronic push button. Loooking for some good advice thank you.

**360ci** · 06-25-2009, 20:42

I'm not sure about the trans, but going from an electronic to manual transfer case will require some work, console replacement, and some drilling (for the lever). I don't blame you for wanting a manual case. Electronic cases aren't that much involved and can cost $$$ down the road, if you haven't dumped a good amount of money on it already...just wait. You're best bet with the transfer case is to find a doner vehicle, this way you'll save $ on parts, and you'll be able to use the transfer case from the other vehicle. I can't say for certain if the electronic one will work as a manual version due to the fact that it might not be fitted properly to have a shift lever.

I'm not sure if it would help any, but WELCOME TO RICHMOND GEAR has some good manual units, OD and non OD. As you have a '91 it shouldn't be too hard to find a heavier duty unit, or at least something that's close and will bolt on without much fuss (new bellhousing, etc).