Converting 3 pedal Autoshift to manual

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  1. Verdel

    Verdel Medium Load Member

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    Pablo, I have code 63. "Code 63 Gear Select Motor" By turning ignition on and off 4 times in 5 sec. Is this a sensor or faulty motor?
     
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  3. OW/OP Wolfman

    OW/OP Wolfman Light Load Member

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    Code 63 = Gear Select Motor

    If you go to the RoadRanger website for EatonFuller Autoshift transmission they will give you the list of codes and what they are.
     
  4. OW/OP Wolfman

    OW/OP Wolfman Light Load Member

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    Here is the step by step diagnosis process to identify what is malfunctioning and causing the "F" code and yellow check transmission light:

    http://www.eaton.com/ecm/idcplg?IdcService=GET_FILE&dID=484836

    It's an Adobe file frm Eaton Fuller and printable.

    Includes diagrams and easy to understand instructions.
     
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  5. coby

    coby Bobtail Member

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    Can anyone recommend a shop that can do this stick only conversion ,i am in North Dakota.Thanks
     
  6. cstefan

    cstefan Bobtail Member

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    I'm changing my 3 pedal automatic eaton-fuller on Freightliner Columbia 06. ..10 sp manual and new clutch with $3,500 .. pm for shop info.
     
  7. Verdel

    Verdel Medium Load Member

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    I fixed my Autoshift, once you learn how it works, it is really easy. The gear select motors must be changed every 400-500k miles. Remove the seats, then the floor mat and you can see the floor hatch, remove it and you have access to the shifter......
     
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  8. cstefan

    cstefan Bobtail Member

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    Check Heavy duty Trany Shops or national wide accounts. ..the kit is only $1200 plus shift,labor and shop supplies here in Detroit.Mi is $2500
     
  9. cstefan

    cstefan Bobtail Member

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    I couldn't take it anymore and I did the conversion ... hopefully the future it'll be less stressful.
     
  10. Verdel

    Verdel Medium Load Member

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    I purchased the shifter from Freightliner dealer for $780 - it was on special, original price is $1200. Installed my self in one day.
     
  11. rick3305rick

    rick3305rick Light Load Member

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    Ive got a 2001 Pete 387 with the 3 pedal auto shift. Im not having any problems with it except I cant stand it. I just dont like it. I've talked to a few shops and everyone tells me you cant just switch the top and put the shifter in. The dealer said I need to change the whole tranny, other shops tell me Ive got to change it all and some frame mounts along with bell housing and clutch. I need to know can I just change the top plate and shifter set up? I guess I would need to put air to it also. I just need to know if this can be done for a couple grand? Does the tranny need to be pulled? The hole in the floor is already there, just have to change the cover. The truck is a real nice truck and has some years left on it. I just do not like this transmission. PLEASE if anybody has ACTUALLY done it let me know. PLEASE dont tell me "I know somebody that told me", I need to know for sure whether or not to can the idea or get it done. I appreciate any help. I like to talk to someone so if you could PM me Id really appreciate it. Id like to talk to this PABLO guy so if you see this please PM me. Ill try to PM you now.
     
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