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Old 11-09-2008, 08:47 AM
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stranded in Bozeman - lost 5th gear

I just picked up my first ever Dodge last night in Great Falls, Montana, and lost 5th gear on my way back to Michigan. I limped it down to Bozeman in 4th since I have friends there.

Anyone know a descent mechanic or anyone that could help me out? If someone can help me out today (I know, it's the weekend) I've got cash with me.

Thanks in advance,

Kevin
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Old 11-09-2008, 10:48 AM
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if u are a bit of the mechanic u can fix it your self it is mostly the fifth gear nut . on the back of the trany that has came off if u pull the tall stock off u will see the problem and what i mean . there very easy to fix if the gear is not brokenjust put the nut back on and mark the nut with a punch so it can not turn off or spot weld it .... had to do that to my nv4500 on the side of the road lol. hope that helps
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There is a fix for that problem just read about it in one of the magazines,NV has a fix for it you have to replace a shaft and nut
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I lost 5th gear in North Dakota and drove home to TX in 4th gear. 60mph made it a long trip, but at least I didn't have to pay tourist prices to get it repaired. I went with a fully splined shaft rather than the cheesey Dodge fix or the cheapo fixes.
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