Is the Eaton 13 speed splitter a problem?
Bought a truck a few months ago with an eaton 13 speed freshly rebuilt. The problem is that it splits in gear perfectly both up and down but if I try to split it while in neutral u just hear it grinding and I can’t get it in any gear without flipping it to the low side and back up again.
How to troubleshoot an Eaton heavy duty transmission?
Guide to servicing and repairing Eaton Fuller heavy-duty truck transmission, assistance locating the issue of transmission trouble, analyze the cause and make necessary repairs for 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 15 and 18 speed Eaton transmissions. For more in-depth assistance refer to your transmission model service manual or give us a call at 877-776-4600.
Is the high side of the Eaton RTO not engaging?
Transmission High Side not engaging. Discussion in ‘ Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum ‘ started by TruckDrivin04, Nov 25, 2017 . New to the site. I am having an issue with the high side of my Eaton Fuller RTO 14613 (used), 13 speed.
What causes hard shifting on Eaton Fuller transmission?
If hard shifting occurs only in first and reverse, the shift block detent plunger movement may be restricted. This can result from burrs on the plunger, or from overtightening the plunger spring plug.
Is the splitter on my 13 speed truck working?
Discussion in ‘ Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ] ‘ started by preppypyro, May 28, 2015 . Hey there, Im having issues with my splitter on my 13 speed. The truck sat over the winter, worked perfect before it was parked, and now, the splitter isnt working.
Are there any issues with the speed splitter?
The newer low inertia transmisions shift a lot nicer and are way more forgiving. Yea the trans shifts beautifully except that issue… Had to get used to the mech throttle again tho lol. I started in a mechanical throttle and when I went to electronic I hated it.
What should I do about my transmisions speed splitter?
Double clutch and quit pre selecting and driving like a cowboy and you’ll find it will shift like its supposed too. The older model transmisions actually took a bit of skill to shift smoothly. Not like the newer ones. You have to make all your splits in a gear not in neutral.
What are the problems with an Eaton Fuller transmission?
Oil level too low or too high, wrong type of oil, or an operating angle of more than 12 degrees. 2. Operating consistently under 20 MPH. 3. High engine RPM. 4. Restricted air flow around transmission, due to the transmission being “boxed in” by frame rails, deck lids, fuel tanks and mounting brackets, or by a large bumper assembly.
What causes a howling sound in a Eaton transmission?
It is caused by bearings with damaged balls or rollers, or with pitted and spalled raceways. Cracked Gear – A gear cracked or broken by shock loading or by pressing on shaft during installation will produce this sound at low speeds. At high speeds a howl will be present.
What causes hard shifting on an Eaton transmission?
Linkage problems stem from worn connections or bushings, binding, improper adjustment, lack of lubrication on the joints or an obstruction which restricts free movement. To determine if the transmission itself is the cause of hard shifting, remove the shift lever or linkage from the top of the transmission.
Where is the exhaust port on an Eaton Fuller transmission?
The air from the low side of the range cylinder is exhausted as air pressure is applied to the high range side. Likewise, air from the high range side of the piston is exhausted as air pressure is applied to the low range side. The exhaust port is located at the slave valve to transmission mounting interface. Internal leak in range cylinder.
Where does the air pressure go in an Eaton Fuller?
When the range selector on the shift knob is moved down to select low range, air pressure will flow through the shift knob to the “P” port on the slave valve. The slave valve will direct air pressure through the low range 1/4″ rubber hose to the range cylinder to shift the range.