1962 Interceptor transmission

it may be an old mechanical paragon, is there a tag? I personally do not know of any other mechanicals in that time period, can you take a snap shot of it?

definitly paragon guts, ixe or sao, still parts available, try adjusting the reverse also to possibly free up the nuetral, only try one notch at a time on the forward, a little goes a long way. if you adjust to much you may break the apply fingers

Anyone know what the resolution was? I bought a 1962 Correct Craft Compact Skier w/ Ford Interceptor (same setup mentioned in post) this past July and I experience the following trans symptoms/issues: (1) trans slips while operating past 1200rpm, sometimes have gotten up to 2000rpm, (2) when in neutral, the trans is slightly engaged in forward, so basically when the boat is started in neutral, it wants to go forward (if engine is reved, the drive shaft won't turn at speed of engine, (3) if I pull the lever back, I find a spot where it is "not engaged" but it sounds like reverse is just starting to engage. I have some pics I'll post. I did not yet take the top cover off, but will do so soon to show everyone the guts for ID purposes.

Andrew,
Pull the cover. You will find two adjustments. The reverse brake band is pretty obvious. Tightening it will give you the reverse. On the forward clutch pack, you'll need to rotate the drum untill you find a locating pin. Removing it will allow you to tighten the drum. (large threads on the outside of the drum). Tighten one knotch at a time untill the trans "knuckles" over when you push the shift lever forward.

Hopefully you haven't allowed the trans to slip to a point where the clutch plates have overheated and warped.

Andrew,
The slight prop spin forward in neutral may be warped plates from slipping/overheating. You won't know untill you open it up and play with the adjustments. It's a "fine line" with the settings.

Where are the pictures of the boat?? We want them!!

Not sure what kind of oil was put in by previous owner, but I agree that its definitely worth changing to rule that out. I will pull the cover this weekend and have a look (and will post pictures). I suppose you're saying I won't be able to determine if the plates are warped with just a visual inspection? :( I'm not a speculative kind of guy, but if the plates are warped, I suppose I need to pull the trans completely out to rebuild? Are the parts usually available?

On a separate note, I read several of the threads on winterizing. I didn't see anything about older engines like the 62 Interceptor. Would you happen to know where the drains are on this engine and if the new best practice for even the older engines is to use AF? Previous owner said he just disconnected the hoses but it seems to me there will still be water in the block. I'm sure this is the hot topis/debate this time every year! Thanks for all of you help! Pics on their way.

Andy

There are 3 drains, one at the front of the block on the port side, one at the rear of the exhaust manifold, under the outlet, and one on the bottom of the water pump. Drain them and disconnect the hoses. I pour antifreeze into the engine but let it drain out.

Andy,
Unless the plates are really warped, you may not be able to tell without pulling the trans. From the looks of the red rtv between the trans case and the engine, it looks like someone has already had it off. When you get the cover off, engage the forward and see if you can get a feeler gauge between the clutch plates. They alternate steel and most likely bronze in that model without any facing.

BTW, you need to drain the engine oil before you pull the trans.

Bruce is correct on the draining.

Plates should not be a problem. The trans is a Parragon.

Stick with a oil that's more traditional and very similar to the older oils like the VR1. People have problems when they put the fancy stuff in!!

LOL I plan to replace it with a piece of flat plexiglass...or if I can locate an original/replacement for a decent price, I'd like to do that too...for now, need to get my trans working properly before I start bugging everyone on where I might find a 62 compact skier windshield replacement...although I'm all ears for good advice!

Andrew, do you know what type of rubber fuel line is run from the fuel pump to carb?

I think you misinterpreted what I was saying about 2000 rpm. The engine runs superb and has lot's of power and torque. It will easily run at a higher rpm. The problem is the trans slips at the lower rpms.

62 wood wrote: Gary S wrote: skook wrote: sometimes have gotten up to 2000rpm I think thats how all 6cyl Fords run,right Steve    Ouch! Gary, actually, I got the old 6 banger up to redline a few weeks ago. Still has a high speed flat spot, but I think that is in carb adjustment.

Dammit steve what was the answer..how you gonna leave us hanging like that!