So, my 99 D1 has the typical seized CDL linkage that D1's get if the CDL is never used. I decided to tackle this job today and the results were pretty poor. Took the console out and hit it with PB blaster for about 4 hours. I couldn't get it to budge at all. I decided to disconnect the shifter from the linkage and pull it out. The shaft was completey seized and I spent an hour just lubing and tapping with a hammer. I can only get the shaft to move with decent force behind the old BFH. Also, the plastic housing that the base of the shifter sits in inside the housing cracked and broke apart.
I'm slowly deciding to just buy a new shifter assembly. I've priced one at $150 on roverlandparts.com but, since I'm new to Rovers I have no clue as to what is the best place to purchase one. Any suggestions?
I'm slowly deciding to just buy a new shifter assembly. I've priced one at $150 on roverlandparts.com but, since I'm new to Rovers I have no clue as to what is the best place to purchase one. Any suggestions?