What to look for in '35 trans. Inspection?

[36tudordeluxe]

I have what appears to be a good '35 trans., are there any obvious signs to look for other than chipped or missing teeth? My intention is to sell it.

[Mart]

No rust, no pitting, no broken teeth, no excessive wear on the 1st reverse slider, turns smoothly and engages each gear. No broken bolt holes on the bellhousing flange and having a good usable UJ would be a plus too.

If all checks out ok then without a teardown, thats about as good an assessment you can make.

Mart.

[bobH]

Couple more... with syncro in neutral, push brass syncro rings to minimum, should be a gap of about 1/16, or whatever Mac's book says. Definitely not closed, or near closed.
And, with aid of skinny fingers, or screwdrivers, wiggle 2nd gear. Should be almost none - both end play & lateral.
There's no real way to have a good feel on main bearings or cluster bearings. Bottom line... it's always a crap shoot.
I'd also count cluster teeth (or input teeth). A 29 tooth would be a minus for me. Normal would be 28. And, sometimes you might find a Lincoln gearset.
Oops... you said 35. Can't do syncro check. Look for brass or other metal particles in drain oil.

[36tudordeluxe]

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Thanks for the info guys. Have followed your suggestions and the unit checks out okay to the extent you advised, even to the 28 tooth cluster gear.