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throwback · 11-07-2014, 05:48 PM

I have a 1950 Ford Custom 6 cylinder with a three speed on the column that I need your help/knowledge on fixing the transmission clutch linkage.

I just bought this car and have no knowledge of the mechanical history.

Clutch pedal is on the floor (clear to the floor).

The clutch pedal assembly (clutch pedal, U bracket that attaches to transmission) are not connected to the transmission.

It appears that the bolt that operates the clutch and attaches to the clutch U bracket/pedal assembly has been broken of in the transmission housing.

Is the left side of the transmission housing removable?

Do you think that this can be repaired with the transmission still in the car with engine attached?

Do I bite the bullet and remove the transmission and do the repair?

Thanks in advance for your advice and knowledge!!!!

donald1950 · 11-07-2014, 06:05 PM

i would suggest you call C&G early ford parts and get a service manual so you can see what the linkage should look like. also join the early ford V8 club and get a membership roster and contact someone in the club in your area to help you sort things out

Russ/40 · 11-07-2014, 06:05 PM

The open drive of the '50 makes transmission removal so simple, I would not fight trying to do anything with it in the car. You don't know what your going to find in the transmission, and having it out allows you to inspect everything to get it all in tip top shape.

flatford8 · 11-07-2014, 06:27 PM

The info above is spot on. Get a manual, pull the trans. ....Mark

Mike51Merc · 11-07-2014, 06:59 PM

throwback:

Get the manual. You can remove the side cover without removing the transmission.

Mac VP · 11-07-2014, 09:11 PM

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That is true.....but trying to replace the cover while aligning the shift forks would be mighty tough while it's in the car. Get the trans out and on the bench. Place both levers in neutral (the middle position for each). Remove the 9 bolts and lift the cover off. You may need to bump it to unstick it. Now you can work on removing the broken bolt.

throwback · 11-07-2014, 10:11 PM

Thanks to all who provide a response. I went to Mac Van Pelts website and found parts drawings of the Clutch & Pedal Assembly. I did this because of the responses. I will check into the manuals and remove the transmission and other recommendations.

Thanks so much!!

cmbrucew · 11-07-2014, 10:38 PM

I had a 50 V8 when I was in high school. Got good at changing transmission synchronizers, and water pumps.
See if you can get an old Motors Manual, lots of information in them.
Bruce

flathead4rd · 11-08-2014, 11:13 AM

I've taken the side plate off of the trans of a 50 many times with the trans still in the car. Have the trans in neutral, remove the cover (don't forget to drain the fluid first), check the positions of the shifting forks. If I remember correctly the large one is in the front and you don't have to remember which way it faces. The small fork has to be facing the right direction as it is offset. If you have trouble keeping the forks aligned when installing, pack the shaft bosses with a thick grease to keep them from twisting during installation.

11-07-2014, 05:48 PM	#1
throwback Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lee's Summit, Missouri Posts: 225	1950 ford transmission help!!! I have a 1950 Ford Custom 6 cylinder with a three speed on the column that I need your help/knowledge on fixing the transmission clutch linkage. I just bought this car and have no knowledge of the mechanical history. Clutch pedal is on the floor (clear to the floor). The clutch pedal assembly (clutch pedal, U bracket that attaches to transmission) are not connected to the transmission. It appears that the bolt that operates the clutch and attaches to the clutch U bracket/pedal assembly has been broken of in the transmission housing. Is the left side of the transmission housing removable? Do you think that this can be repaired with the transmission still in the car with engine attached? Do I bite the bullet and remove the transmission and do the repair? Thanks in advance for your advice and knowledge!!!!

11-07-2014, 06:05 PM	#2
donald1950 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: san antonio, texas Posts: 461	Re: 1950 ford transmission help!!! i would suggest you call C&G early ford parts and get a service manual so you can see what the linkage should look like. also join the early ford V8 club and get a membership roster and contact someone in the club in your area to help you sort things out

11-07-2014, 06:05 PM	#3
Russ/40 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Santee, California Posts: 3,505	Re: 1950 ford transmission help!!! The open drive of the '50 makes transmission removal so simple, I would not fight trying to do anything with it in the car. You don't know what your going to find in the transmission, and having it out allows you to inspect everything to get it all in tip top shape.

11-07-2014, 06:27 PM	#4
flatford8 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Lyman,ME. Posts: 2,630	Re: 1950 ford transmission help!!! The info above is spot on. Get a manual, pull the trans. ....Mark __________________ I'm thinkin' about crankin' My ragged ol' truck up and haulin' myself into town. Billy Joe Shaver

11-07-2014, 06:59 PM	#5
Mike51Merc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Northeast Pennsylvania Posts: 1,582	Re: 1950 ford transmission help!!! throwback: Get the manual. You can remove the side cover without removing the transmission.

11-07-2014, 09:11 PM	#6
Mac VP Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,361	Re: 1950 ford transmission help!!! Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) That is true.....but trying to replace the cover while aligning the shift forks would be mighty tough while it's in the car. Get the trans out and on the bench. Place both levers in neutral (the middle position for each). Remove the 9 bolts and lift the cover off. You may need to bump it to unstick it. Now you can work on removing the broken bolt. __________________ VANPELT SALES LLC Cincinnati, Ohio Office: 513-724-9486 www.vanpeltsales.com www.classictransmission.com

11-07-2014, 10:11 PM	#7
throwback Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lee's Summit, Missouri Posts: 225	Re: 1950 ford transmission help!!! Thanks to all who provide a response. I went to Mac Van Pelts website and found parts drawings of the Clutch & Pedal Assembly. I did this because of the responses. I will check into the manuals and remove the transmission and other recommendations. Thanks so much!!

11-07-2014, 10:38 PM	#8
cmbrucew Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: North of sandy ago, CA. Posts: 2,064	Re: 1950 ford transmission help!!! I had a 50 V8 when I was in high school. Got good at changing transmission synchronizers, and water pumps. See if you can get an old Motors Manual, lots of information in them. Bruce __________________ Works good Lasts long time

11-08-2014, 11:13 AM	#9
flathead4rd Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 505	Re: 1950 ford transmission help!!! I've taken the side plate off of the trans of a 50 many times with the trans still in the car. Have the trans in neutral, remove the cover (don't forget to drain the fluid first), check the positions of the shifting forks. If I remember correctly the large one is in the front and you don't have to remember which way it faces. The small fork has to be facing the right direction as it is offset. If you have trouble keeping the forks aligned when installing, pack the shaft bosses with a thick grease to keep them from twisting during installation.