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MOTIVE GEAR S5-42 47 47M 16-3 8 M S - ZF42-2A

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SKU: M01Z ZF42-2A

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Description

MOTIVE GEAR S5-42 47 47M 16-3 8 M S - ZF42-2A

MIA's Description

This is a main shaft for the ZF S5-42 5-speed manual transmission. The "16 3/8"" indicates its approximate length. The ZF S5-42 is a German-engineered, end-loaded aluminum case transmission with an integrated bell housing. This main shaft is a critical internal component, and issues like bearing wear on the main shaft are a common problem in these transmissions, leading to noise in all gears.

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Specifications

BrandMotive Gear
Part NumberM01Z ZF42-2A

Videos

ZF5 Transmission [5-Speed] - Complete Guide to the S5-42 and S5-47 for Ford Trucks

ZF5 Transmission [5-Speed] - Complete Guide to the S5-42 and S5-47 for Ford Trucks
Pulling a ZF S5-47 transmission out of an OBS Ford. #Ford #Fordobs #transmission

Pulling a ZF S5-47 transmission out of an OBS Ford. #Ford #Fordobs #transmission
ZF S5-42 Transmission Full Teardown and Rebuild

ZF S5-42 Transmission Full Teardown and Rebuild
Ford ZF5 Sf-42 transmission shifting problems in Tuckers OBS. Full rebuild with bearings and synchro

Ford ZF5 Sf-42 transmission shifting problems in Tuckers OBS. Full rebuild with bearings and synchro
Step-By-Step ZF S542 and S547 Instructional Teardown. 1988-1998 Ford.

Step-By-Step ZF S542 and S547 Instructional Teardown. 1988-1998 Ford.
ZF S5-42, S5-47 Transmission Fluid Replacement Procedure

ZF S5-42, S5-47 Transmission Fluid Replacement Procedure
ZF5 problems...

ZF5 problems...
ZF5 Transmission Rebuild Part 1 - Disassembly. Project Brutus, Episode 12!

ZF5 Transmission Rebuild Part 1 - Disassembly. Project Brutus, Episode 12!
Proper installation sights of a main shaft, race, and main drive gear.

Proper installation sights of a main shaft, race, and main drive gear.
Ford ZF5 Transmission Pops out of Reverse

Ford ZF5 Transmission Pops out of Reverse
ZF 5 Speed Manual Transmission

ZF 5 Speed Manual Transmission

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