Re: 65 Rambler - slips out of park into reverse

[Tom Jennings <tomj@xxxxxxx>]

On Tue, 2 Nov 2004, Brian Hagen wrote:

> New member and all, i thought Id ask my first question.  My new 65 Rambler
> easily slips out of Park into Reverse when i start it.  And to get it into
> Park requires some oomph.
> 
> Does this sound like a problem down at the trans linkage, or do i need to
> replace the cam in the steering column?   Is this a common problem?

Totally common problem. Linkage likely worn, and column-shifters
get sloppy.

Follow the Technical Service Manual proceedure for adjusting
the linkage, it's easy, and will compensate for linkage wear
right up to where it's about to fall off!

The steering column shifter slop can be fixed, but it's somewhat

invasive.  http://wps.com/AMC/Column-shifter-fix/index.html