Jet overdrive

[Deleted User]
[Deleted User]
edited November -1 in HUDSON
I drove my jet last week and everything was running fine, but after a while i noticed that the overdrive seemed to be shifting too soon, normally I would get to about 40 let up on the gas and she would shift, no problem. Now it wants to shift right after i get out of secound gear, Any body got any ideas?? I looked at all of the connections and everything seems fine.:confused:



thanks, Barry Smedley

53' Super Jet

and a bunch of

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  • 53jetman
    53jetman Senior Contributor
    Barry - The govener on the OD will allow it to shift at most any speed above 28 mph. I've often wanted to try to figure out how to get this minimum speed up to around 45 myself. I find on my Superjet, that if I go thru the gears at a liesurely pace, I end up in third at about 22 to 25 mph, then can run the car on up to about 45 before lifting my foot for the OD to shift in.



    Jerry

    53jetman
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    So you are saying that there is probably nothing wrong with it??





    Barry
  • davegnh
    davegnh Expert Adviser
    Hi Barry, As I understand it the govenor is what determines when the overdrive will kick in, if there is a problem with your car I would guess that the govenor is at fault. I'm no expert but if you have another govenor I would swap it and see if it makes a difference. If the operation all of a sudden changed then there is something going on. Good luck, Dave
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    If it is the govenor, where can I get one??



    Barry
  • davegnh
    davegnh Expert Adviser
    If you can get a part number then you can probably find one on e-bay. I bet the govenor fits many cars, probably other Hudsons. Is it Al Safffran from Arizona who is the OD expert? I bet he has them, he could probably also tell you if that is likely the problem. Good luck
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Thanks Guys!!
  • Jim Kilday
    Jim Kilday Expert Adviser
    You may be able to get a governor here--



    http://www.hermtheoverdriveguy.com/index.htm
  • Kdancy
    Kdancy Senior Contributor
    Jim Kilday wrote:
    You may be able to get a governor here--



    http://www.hermtheoverdriveguy.com/index.htm



    from the site above-

    Borg-Warner (Rancho) Overdrives

    Besides the popular Warn overdrive, there is another type you might find on an old Jeep. The Borg-Warner overdrive is different than the Warn overdrive. It was originally designed for two wheel drive applications. An adapter kit was once available to mount one behind the Dana 18 transfer case. The rear driveshaft had to be shortened. Overdrive was only useable in 2WD. The Borg-Warner unit was a forerunner of the Warn overdrive. Once the Warn unit was introduced in the early 1960's, sales dropped off considerably because of the complex installation.



    I carry the following electrical components for the Borg-Warner Overdrive;



    Governor with gear (used)
    $ 45.00



    New Reverse rail switch---original
    $ 30.00



    12-Volt rebuilt solenoid
    $ 90.00



    Solenoid core charge--$30.00



    6-Volt rebuilt solenoid
    $ 90.00



    Solenoid core charge--$30.00



    New relay (from England)----original---$ 85.00



    New kick-down switch--original
    $ 35.00



    Replacement cable assembly
    $ 54.00



    If you need any other internal component parts, please call, I have an extensive supply of used Borg-Warner parts available.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Thanks, Jim. I haven't drove it since this happened, I will drive it in the next day or two. If it does it again, I will give you a call. Can i get your number?? you can send it too me if you want at BSmedleyt@LouBed.com



    Thanks, barry
  • Jim Kilday
    Jim Kilday Expert Adviser
    The following contact information was taken from Mr. Tilford's website--I have never dealt with him.



    Jim Kilday





    Herm Tilford (dba ATV Mfg. Inc.)

    18902 NE 164th St. (Shipping Address)

    P.O. Box 805 (USPS Mailing Address)

    Brush Prairie, WA 98606



    (360) 256-3843 Phone



    (360) 892-2220 Fax



    hermtheoverdriveguy@yahoo.com
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    The complete overdrive manual is posted at this URL

    http://www.tocmp.com/manuals/trans/Borg-Warner%20Overdrive/index.htm



    Same manual as well as trouble shooting manual and other companion manuals at this URL:



    http://www.studebaker-info.org/tech/transmission/BW-OD/BorgWarner.html
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