F 350 2WD Pickup V8-460 7.5L VIN G EFI (1997)
33. Position the 3rd gear bearing spacer on the mainshaft and tap it down until it seats against its stop on the mainshaft. If necessary, gently tap the 3rd
speed bearing spacer to fully seat it.
34. Check the end play of the 2nd gear. It must be between 0.15-0.45 mm (0.006-0.017 inch).
35. After the 3rd-speed bearing spacer has fully cooled, place the 3rd speed gear bearing over it.
36. Place the 3rd gear over the 3rd-speed gear bearing on the mainshaft. The taper of the 3rd gear must face up.
37. Place the 3rd gear synchronizer ring (part of synchronizer) on the taper of the 3rd gear.