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TM 9-2520-246-34, pages 3-13 & 3-14:
h. Mainshaft Rear Bearing. With the use of a block
of wood, drive the mainshaft rearward to force the
rear bearing from the transmission case. (See fig. 3-26.)
Use a universal puller to remove the rear bearing from the mainshaft.
Figure 3-26...
That...! There must have been something else because if it was only the parking brake that got stuck or frozen, that may not allow you to back-up the truck one inch, but you could still shift the transmission into any gear, while the engine is running and clutch depressed.
This is what the OP...
FWIW, total shift shaft travel is 2-1/4". Maybe add 1/32" at each end, with the top cover off.
To the vid: that IS a bit too much play...! Most likely it froze to the shaft, at one time. Parts may look like the ones pictured in this post...
Maybe not "normal", but it still works the same and it still doesn't explain your issue.
For a reason (which I never understood) the TMs call for three washers on each bolt, and all 3 stacked against the lock plate:
But I don't think these washers are acting as shims there, from what can be...
Good, absolutely! I've seen that same (2-3 fork) with much more wear and still working perfectly.
But how about your shift plate; how does it look? Make sure it isn't buckled. Post pics if in doubt.
Also, in your PM you said your Spicer recently has started being difficult getting it into...
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