Work Continues Tonight on the Turquoise 1958 GE

[Timonator]

Old Oil?

I was just wondering..maybe the oil has something to do with it slipping? doesnt the oil..make the pawl engage at a higher rpm? if the level is low..or the viscosity is wrong...this could be a problem? I dunno..just a suggestion

 

[tlee618]

Have a fun safe trip Robert!! I will keep my fingers crossed that you find some wonderful treasures. Terry

 

[Unimatic1140]

Hi Tim, no the oil is at the level and viscosity that it is suppose to be, the pawl simply catches on the tab of the snubber band. I'm pretty sure the problem with these older GE tranmissions is that the snubber band's brake-style lining gets worn and allows for more movement of the tub than when the machine was brand new.