T500 transmission wanted

[Fritz500]

Some time ago I bought a transmission for my 500J from a fellow forum member - my 4th and 5th gear were looking a bit worn. Transmission due to be fitted after I get the cylinders re-bored, the crank seals replaced and the engine bead blasted. All happening this and next week. Yippee!

I'm also in need of a transmission for my 500K as 4th and 5th gear are showing signs of wear. If anyone has a transmission from a post gearbox modded bike that is in good nick I'd be interested. I'm looking in a few places (eBay and local rag).

Any leads greatly appreciated.


Geoff

[Fritz500]

Currently one listed on Ebay, hard to tell if the gears are good though:

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Cheers....Fred

Thanks, I saw that one. The quoted engine number is 10736. Does that sound right?

I'm chasing down another lead...

Cheers

Geoff

[argo1974]

Actually, it's a Cobra engine. And, if you look at the transmission, the shafts are early style.

[argo1974]

They have bushings slid onto the counter shaft between the gears.
BTW, the crank out of that engine has earlier style rods with weaker big ends.

[Fritz500]

I'm still chasing a low mileage tranny in good condition. I had a deal for one go sour just recently. PM me if you can provide any leads.

Thanks

[Bloop2]

You have probably seen them, there are 3 for sale on Ebay right now.

[Fritz500]

Bloop2,

Yeah I saw those but I'm after a post 73 set.

Thanks

[Bloop2]

Even a post 73 will not guarantee you a decent tranny, I have 2 74 motors with low mileage (under 18K), both had the factory dam and both had 5th gear shot, one of them also had 4th gear gone.

[Fritz500]

Even a post 73 will not guarantee you a decent tranny, I have 2 74 motors with low mileage (under 18K), both had the factory dam and both had 5th gear shot, one of them also had 4th gear gone.

Oh great.

I want good news, not facts...

I think I'm playing the risk game. I assume a post 73 one will be OK but I always ask the seller to verify it is OK in writing. Anyone who won't send me a super large format photo of 4th and 5th doesn't get my money. Few eBay sellers agree.

The really annoying thing is I passed up on two 74/75 T500s that were el cheapo (absolute give away prices) because I didn't have the room for two more bikes. Next time I'll grab a bargain and store it on the roof or whatever...

Cheers