jonw440 187 #1 Posted July 26, 2021 (edited) My C85 was missing the set screw that holds the shift lever in place. Well I picked one up and cant figure out how to set it. Does the setscrew go into the round ball on the shift lever? I had the set screw through the hole in the transmission but couldn't get the lever to stop being loose. I didn't spin the setscrew very far but it was into the inside of the tranny. Edited July 26, 2021 by jonw440 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,644 #2 Posted July 26, 2021 @jONW440, that DETENT SCREW , is meant to initially lightly set on the forward extended end and shoulder out in place , but you must gently screw it into place , then you should start to feel its trapping action to shifter movement . make sure you have the correct Allen screw , do not over tighten it , just snug , then use the stop nut to hold the setting , also lubricate the forward end ensuring its smooth easy fit . hope this helps out , pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,741 #3 Posted July 26, 2021 Dog point set screw. Run it in so the unthreaded end goes into the hole in the shifter donut. Finger tight then back out 1/8 turn then tighten the lock nut 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonw440 187 #4 Posted July 26, 2021 I picked the screw up at my local dealer. They didnt have any in stock so the owner grabbed the screw and nut from a used tractor he had. I pulled the left side tire off for easier access but what a pain in the you know what! to install it and keeping the shifter straight and level so the setscrew can go into the donut hole. I tried removing the right tire but it is RUSTED on the hub. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,765 #5 Posted July 26, 2021 A long 1/8" Allen Wrench and come at it from under the tower. straight in from under the horse. Like the Allen wrench used with a Saws-all, with the handle on one end. The dog point goes into the doughnut...gently tighten till shifter doesn't move, and then back out 1/4 to 1/2 turn...then with Allen wrench still in place, tighten lock nut. No need to remove any tires. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonw440 187 #6 Posted July 26, 2021 Got it! Had the Wife help. (OK actually she is the one who got it installed) I just directed and watched. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,765 #7 Posted July 26, 2021 I think you planned to get your wife involved all along. Excellent move on your part Sir!!! I am going to have to remember that the next time I am looking to buy a horse. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
