Transmission Rebuild Costs?, Don't want to try this myself Options

[Michael J]

I have a side shifter in my '72 that works OK except for the typical 2nd gear grind. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/mad.gif) I am tired of having to s-l-o-w-l-y shift into 2nd to avoid the grind. Of course it is worse when it's cold out. So I want to at least fix 2nd. What should I expect to pay for this repair or a more complete rebuild? At a swap meet in Seattle last fall there was a "rebuilt" sideshifter for about $300 if I remember right and there is a "rebuilt" transaxle in our classified section for around $700 + core cost.

While I consider myself mechanical enough I don't want to learn for the first time on my gearbox. Way too many little bitty pieces. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/idea.gif) So I am looking for someone in the Seattle/Olympia area that could help me out. Either do the work or look over my shoulder so it get's done right the first time.

I would also consider purchasing a good used stock gearbox.

Thanks .