Joe,
JP mailed me a copy of the parts breakout for the 5 speed ZF. Thanks, JP. The part that I need to either repair or replace is #803 on the breakout. The left ear on the pinch joint for the speedometer cable has broken off and will no longer allow the small seal that seals the drive to work properly. I've located several places that say they can repair aluminum castings so if I can't locate the replacement, I'll have to go that route. Not looking forward to having to pull the transmission again. This job wouldn't be so bad were it not for all the other things that must be done to get it out i.e. the heat shield and the shft tubes on the top-side. I've heard someone say tje heat shield can be worked around but as I recall iut was a very tight fit in there with it on. Dan C have you been able to find the name of that source in Germany for ZF parts. Anyone out there have any experience with making a repair to the cneter support for the driveshaft ? There are two nuts that float in the underside of the body so that the support can be adjusted. Seesm like one of the nuts on mine has either become stripped or is not sitting right in the guide. Don't know if this is a cage nut or simply a square nut that rides in the guide. Somewhat similar problem with my front engine hood where the hinges attach. Seems like one of the nuts slid out of the groove when I turned the hood upside down during painting. I know Gernold sells a repair piece, but my hinges did not tear the section away and I'm hesitant to do any of the cutting that Gernold's repair parts require. Any other suggestions on this would be appreciated.
George Des
