Gearbox crossmember cable bit

[bjbrownie]

Just pulled the gearbox out of the Moggy, and on the crossmember there was a cable going to the gearbox - on the reverse side there was some sort of threaded adjuster, the cable snapped off as I tried to undo the threaded nut, what is it and what's it for?

[MarkyB]

It's there to stop the engine shifting forwards under heavy braking and the fan touching the rad.

[bjbrownie]

Belt and braces approach for gearbox mountings! Does this mean that the gearbox/engine mounting rubbers are too soft and flexible? And where can I get a new one, couldn't see any in Moss catalogue. Thanks

[MarkyB]

Here you go;

http://morrisminorspares.co.uk/shop/pro ... 1161101820

It shouldn't be tight when fitted, at neutral tension is perfect.

[bjbrownie]

At least it's not too expensive! Cheers mate