tomjones50 Posted December 24, 2012 Share Posted December 24, 2012 Hi This is probably a common question, but I am planning to put my Ferret back together this year, the only mechanical issue that existed was with the gearbox, I think the issue was with the brake bands, as it did not like changing gears and if moved back and forth the gearbox got hot and did not want to move. Does anyone know how straightforward the bands are to fix or if it is more realistic to source a replacement box? Many thanks Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferrettkitt Posted December 24, 2012 Share Posted December 24, 2012 Hi This is probably a common question, but I am planning to put my Ferret back together this year, the only mechanical issue that existed was with the gearbox, I think the issue was with the brake bands, as it did not like changing gears and if moved back and forth the gearbox got hot and did not want to move. Does anyone know how straightforward the bands are to fix or if it is more realistic to source a replacement box? Many thanks Tom A reconditioned box could cost you £1000 if you can find one, replacing the bands is the way to go. Have you checked the condition of the bands and tried resetting them via the method in the manual? Can you see the threads on the adjustment screws of the brake bands? If the gearbox has overheated you might have to change the fluid fly=wheel seal. I have a gearbox that has overheated in the back of my car its not a pretty site, the heat transfer can be seen on the drums (one doesn't want to come apart)! Plenty of pictures here of the gearbox. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fugly Posted December 25, 2012 Share Posted December 25, 2012 Hi This is probably a common question, but I am planning to put my Ferret back together this year, the only mechanical issue that existed was with the gearbox, I think the issue was with the brake bands, as it did not like changing gears and if moved back and forth the gearbox got hot and did not want to move. Does anyone know how straightforward the bands are to fix or if it is more realistic to source a replacement box? Many thanks Tom I agree with Andy - take the box out and partially strip it , you will be able to remove the brake bands and see how badly worn they are . There is a thread on here somewhere with pics . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fugly Posted December 25, 2012 Share Posted December 25, 2012 Here is the link to the pics of the gearbox / brake bands etc http://hmvf.co.uk/forumvb/showthread.php?16685-FERRET-GEARBOX-RENEWING-BRAKEBANDS-part-needed&highlight=ferret+brake+bands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomjones50 Posted December 28, 2012 Author Share Posted December 28, 2012 Thanks for the replies, I have got the box out, ready to strip and inspect, thats my new years day planned. Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tankdiver Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 A reconditioned box could cost you £1000 if you can find one, replacing the bands is the way to go. Have you checked the condition of the bands and tried resetting them via the method in the manual? Can you see the threads on the adjustment screws of the brake bands? If the gearbox has overheated you might have to change the fluid fly=wheel seal. I have a gearbox that has overheated in the back of my car its not a pretty site, the heat transfer can be seen on the drums (one doesn't want to come apart)! Plenty of pictures here of the gearbox. I have to admire your skills on the gearbox . I can and have done a great deal on rebuilds and teach the subject so to say well done is rare and I would only do if I was very desperate best regards Laurence FOX CVRW 2x mk2/3 ferrets 2x Austin champs ac cobra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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