mkeller234

My second bike to fix was a 58 Norman 3 speed. I had a similar problem as you, my hub was an SW though and had the springless pawls. The cable adjustment was a large part of the problem, the slightest adjustment seemed to make big changes. I followed Sheldon's instructions on how to take the hub apart and rebuild it. I also made tried to learn as much as I could about how the 3 speed shifts, I think understanding what is going on inside really helped. Sheldon Browns site helped me a great deal, I found chipped up pawls inside my hub and that was my problem. Seeing that yours is a 71 I assume you have an AW, which is much better. I am no expert, but Sheldon is (or was unfortunately). Just don't be too afraid to take it apart as scary as it is, one word of caution, be very organized if you do.