Hoping for a cheap and simple solution over here. When i put my truck in reverse, the shifter won't stay put. I have to hold pressure on the stick to make it stay in gear while backing up. What's happening? Linkage issue? Thanks!

 

What engine/trans?

Could just be some worn bushings inside the trans, that don't allow the gears to full engage.

 

I have the 3.9 la motor; dont know what to call the standard 5 spd transmission. tragic that those bushings you referred are located on the inside; that would be a beefy repair bill.

 

Where is your shift linkage? Does the lever go directly into the trans, or are there linkages on the side of the trans?

 

I'll have to wait and run that by my mech buddy next time he comes over. I can work with it for now. Thanks buddy

 

They are inside. All internal.

 

Do i have the "AX15" transmission in my 91 3.9 2wd? Would it help anything to replace the gear oil in there? Thanks

 

My 98 has the AX15 and I know Chrysler started using the AX15 In jeeps in the late 80s so yours is probably an AX15, there is no shift linkage, it is a top load transmission.

 

Thanks; i may want to shop for another one at some point.