Otto, are you driving a SM-420 4-speed or a standard 3-speed? SM-420 is normally driven starting in second gear unless loaded or on a very steep hill where the 3-speed always gets started in first gear to reduce clutch slip.

Mike B smile


Mike Boteler

1956 Chevy 3100 Resto Rod
1952 Willys M38 Army Jeep
1983 Jeep CJ7 Laredo
1984 Jeep CJ7
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Silver Spring, MD