Transmission remote shift system of the disconnect type for a cab-over chassis

摘要

A break-away gear shifting mechanism, for use in a motor truck having a tilt cab, wherein a gear shift lever mounted inside the cab uncouples from a gear shift control shaft and the control shaft uncouples from a support bearing on the underside of the cab upon the tilting of the cab about a forward pivot axis; and reengage upon the pivoting of the cab back to an upright operating position.