72 FJ40 Clutch Question

[Vorsicht]

Hello! My sons and I are the new owner of a 1972 FJ40. It is a 3 speed manual transmission. We believe it is original. The problem we are having is it wont shift back into 1st gear unless the vehicle is stopped or nearly stopped. We have made sure the reservoir is filled and we have bled the master cylinder to remove any air. Doing this improved the performance of shifting but did not fix the shifting back into 1st issue. Any recommendations on how to solve would be appreciated.

 

[3_puppies]

1st gear on the 3 speed is a non syncro setup.
you need to learn engine RPM and rolling speed to get the gears to mesh properly

 

[charliemeyer007]

It is not synchronized in low or reverse - learn to double clutch. If the hubs are locked in you can shift for 2H to 4H or back on the fly. To go to or out of low range you need to stop.

 

[Vorsicht]

Thanks for the explanation

1st gear on the 3 speed is a non syncro setup.
you need to learn engine RPM and rolling speed to get the gears to mesh properly

 

[Vorsicht]

It is not synchronized in low or reverse - learn to double clutch. If the hubs are locked in you can shift for 2H to 4H or back on the fly. To go to or out of low range you need to stop.

Thanks for the explanation

 

[Green Bean]

Welcome aboard and congratulations on you and your sons' acquisition. You all will have many enjoyable adventures that will make lasting memories together. When time permits, post some glamor shots of your vehicle. Hope to see you down the road...