[V8Vairs] Kelmark shift linkage

[Chris Wills]

I bought and installed a Kelmark kit several years ago.  The shift rod was machined down in diameter   to a few thousandths less than 3/4" where it passed under the crossmember, and it was supported there by a 3/4" dia rod end.  The shaft could rotate AND slide back and forth.

Chris Wills
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: wayback<mailto:wayback at alltel.net> 
  To: discussion of non-stock engines in Corvairs<mailto:v8vairs at corvair.org> 
  Sent: Tuesday, November 13, 2007 2:50 PM
  Subject: Re: [V8Vairs] Kelmark shift linkage


  Bruce,  I have my original (circa 1975) Kelmark Instruction Manual.  If 
  it might be of some assistance, I can try to scan bits of it for you.  
  Let me know and tell me where you want it sent.

  Don Prusha  327, ZF


  On Nov 12, 2007, at 7:20 PM, Bruce wrote:

  > I am trying to understand how to install the shift linkage for a 
  > Kelmark V-8 Vair.  I purchased a used kit removed from another Corvair 
  > that included the shift linkage.  Here is a link to a photo of that 
  > linkage.
  >
  > http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/medium/66_V8-Vair_021.jpg<http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/medium/66_V8-Vair_021.jpg>
  >
  > I suspect this is not as Kelmark intended it, after doing my best to 
  > understand the Kelmark installation instructions.  The rear connection 
  > to the transmission is not a problem, and I think the front shifter 
  > handle part is probably a Kelmark piece, but the center looks to me 
  > like a steering shaft and support that has been incorporated.  The 
  > support only rotates and does not allow the shaft to move forward and 
  > backward.  I don't see a support for the front of the shifter,
  >
  > Does this look correct?  I would have thought the OEM shifter tube 
  > would have been used in some way.  What handle did Kelmark use on the 
  > shifter?
  >
  > Please comment on the parts that I have and help me understand what an 
  > original Kelmark setup should like and how to install it.  Thanks
  >
  > Bruce
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