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 .

[dmenche914]

Buy a cheap used tranny that you know works, and swap it inot your car, then take your time on your rebuild. It is not too difficult to replace syncros, and that can really help shifting if they is wornout.