68 Cougar Trans Repairs

Time to fix some leaks from this C4 transmission in the 1968 Mercury Cougar. I've never been a big Ford fan and mostly because I don't like their engineering and design. The process to remove the shifter shaft on this C4 is a prime example on how to over engineer a simple part. Follow along as we change out both the selector shaft and the kickdown shaft seals.

[@August_Ice]

Good explanatory video 👍 Please do more frequent videos. Maybe some updates on previous projects or perhaps a Livestream on a basic actual repair in progress.

[@allclassicsrestoration1430]

Thanks for the input. I occasionally do a video on whats going on around the shop. Being as i'm doing all the this myself getting one video out a week is about all i can handle. Apprieciate you watching!

[@bob_the_b4536]

Dave, you gave me Sunday morning anxiety ! There always seems to be at least a line of oily red foot prints from the scene of the crime when messing with a trans pan! You made it look relatively simple! Hope all is well, and of course a hug to Ashton!

[@allclassicsrestoration1430]

Bob I've had my fair share of spills over the years....lol. All is well here hope things are good with you and Michelle.

[@jimbucci3474]

Dave, It is frustrating when an engineer designs something without thinking about the person that has to fix it later on.

[@allclassicsrestoration1430]

Jim about the only thing Ford did design right is putting the distributor at the front of the engine....lol.

[@340dave]

Here's a quick question. Do you prefer a two post lift vs 4 post? I'm contemplating between the two..

[@allclassicsrestoration1430]

It really depends on a couple factors. One being the space you have in the shop and the second being what you'll use the lift for. I prefer a two post for all around use and space restrictions. Although with a 2 post you need minimun of 12 foot ceiling height.