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dialup September-12th-2002 12:46 AM

Shifter install - broken snap ring???!!!!
 
I was installing my Kartboy stuff today (bushings and shifter). No problems with the bushings but when installing the shifter was a NEGATIVE GHOST RIDER. I was pulling the snap ring together using the two prongs inserted into the two holes when one of the holes broke giving me nothing to pry the ring together. Am I SOL or is there another way?

Has anybody done this before???

JDMstuff September-12th-2002 02:54 AM

You can try using a flathead screwdriver or even just put the side with the broken pin hole in first and work the other side in. I just put my B&M in, and found it pretty easy provided you have a pair of snap ring pliers. Good luck.

Sir Nuke September-12th-2002 10:23 AM

although it would probably work....I would suggest getting another snap ring. its the RIGHT thing to do. and NO you don't have to go to a dealer for one....take the broken one with you so you can compare to the new and go to some good autoparts houses...if you have one that has a machine shop...that would be your best bet.


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