417-A

[chev0545 234]

is there an adjustment on a 1986 417-A trans.to make it be smoother from fwd to reverse or reverse to fwd.my 1976 c-120 shifts perfect,real smooth.

[JackC 617]

If it is jerky when shifting you may need to tighten the friction adjustment on the cam-speed control on top of the hydro pump. There are also acceleration valves inside the hydro that are supposed to smooth the shifting from one direction to the other that may be worn and need some service.

[chev0545 234]

thanks jack