Loose Shifter on 108: What are the steps to replace a shifter
 

I have the "loose shifter" problem on my Cub 108. From what I see on various web sites, this is a fairly common problem.

I think that I can get a rebuilt shifter so I just need to replace the existing shifter.

What are the steps to replace the shifter. For example, do I have to remove the entire upper tractor body? There seems to be 8 bolts holding the shifter in place on the transmission.

Is there a diagram or instructions showing the steps to remove the original shifter and install the replacement shifter?

I suppose that if I can get the replacement shifter installed, I can have the orignal shifter welded. That is, have the ball or bell welded back onto the shifter.

Pretty much all you need to do is remove the fender pan and seat and the shifter is right there.

You can take it all off in one piece, or if you have never done it before, take the seat off to make it easier to handle.

Take the shifter off and put the new one on, be sure to put the ball on the end of the shifter in the little "box" created by the shift forks.

You would have to remove the fender pan to get to the shifter and remove it.There are instructions in the manual section on how to remove the fender pan,but 12 bolts ?hold it on there,then you have to disconnect the voltage regulator an wires to the rear lights if you have them

I had one break years ago on a 104. Took it to a welding shop and the guy BRAZED the ball back on the shift handle. It's still working. Think I gave him $2.:biggrin2:

Cub 108: How to replace shifter
 

OK. The removal of the fender pan does not sound too intimidating but I'll remove the seat first as advised and then the 12 or so bolts and electrical connections.

And I'll see if I can get the loose shifter "brazed" so it is repaired.

Thanks guys!

start with the foot rest screws. the rest is easy once you get those out

So agree here! These darn screws can be such a pain :bash2:

In the technical library Merk has a whole write up on shifter repair. It's pretty straight forward and very simple to do. Good luck.

This is one I did on my 71. I also took a washer and ground it to fit inside the ball and welded it together just to beef it up.

Cub 108: How to replace shifter
 

OK guys, I will start with the foot platform screws to see what I'm up against.

Those screws, as I remember them, are somewhat worn and there is probably need corrosion locking them in.


Thanks for the advice!