Hard Shifts into Reverse

[Cheech]

Well, I've had the MJ for about a year and a half now and when I put it into reverse, it drops in really hard. It has done this since I've owned it. It drops into Drive somewhat firmly but nothing like the way it slams into reverse. Its an 86 2.5L with the 3 speed auto.

[Geonovast]

Sounds like an AX-5 swap is in order. :yes:

 

Have you tried putting any additives into it? The lucas trans fix stuff is supposed to work really well.

[Automan2164]

Checked your U-joints lately? Also rear gears?

 

Rob L.

[1974CJ5]

Is the 86 carbureted? (can't remember) if it is, your curb idle could be a little strong.

[Geonovast]

86 2.5 is TBI, 2.8 is carbed.

[Cheech]

Sounds like an AX-5 swap is in order. :yes:

 

Have you tried putting any additives into it? The lucas trans fix stuff is supposed to work really well.

 

 

No, i have not yet tried any additives. The lucas is good though??

[Cheech]

Checked your U-joints lately? Also rear gears?

 

Rob L.

 

 

I will have to check the u-joints. Is there anyway to bring the idle speed down to see if that makes any difference. Its TBI.