rx7 gearbox wobble

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hi there, my names dave and im from the uk, im new to the rx7 scene and i have got myself an FC for a very good trade, it looks amazing only problem is its na, but you have to love mazdaspeed ms01s...........................
Anyway Does any1 know if there's a fix for the play in my fc's gear level. As its really bad, there is loads of movement up down left and right. its abit anoying when you catch the gate,
any help would be great.

 

Search "shifter bushings" and check the FAQ.

Additionally, the transmission mounts and crossmember wear out over time. The center mount is integrated into the crossmember so the whole crossmember must be replaced (not a big deal) and the two "Y" mounts need to be replaced.

 

Had a search but couldn't see much, it feels like the shifter not the box mounts?

 

..here
http://www.mazdatrix.com/g4.htm take a look at the Shifter bushings.
they are what hold the shifter snugly into the transmission.If they are shot,the Shifter will Wobble,and feel like it is Not engaging the gear "gate"as you put it.
alot of Shifter Free play is due to bad shifter bushings,they just plain wear out.

 

thanks very much misterstyx69