Sloppy shifter/4spd 2000TC - problem found/parts available????

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bnygard

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I had earlier posted a query about a sloppy shifter. I removed the 3 bolts holding in the shifter. It appears there was a bushing that is GONE. It went in between the ball on the bottom of the lever itself and into a cast/round receiver rod for the gearchange assembly. Where can I get this part? I could make one but would rather buy it. I have a picture of the diagram and can show where it is located.
Thanks as always,
Bill.
 
Problem solved: Made a bushing out of the clear plastic knob from the end of a Craftsman screwdriver, shaped it on the drill press using a file and and sandpaper, then center drilled it a few thousandths undersize for a snug fit onto the end of the shift lever. Also the locating pin on the shift lever ball had fallen to the side and this was almost impossible to shift. It now feels factory new (and tight). Zero cost and about 90 minutes work. :)
 
Nice to hear of some skillful improvisation. What are you going to replace the plastic knob on the end of your screwdriver with though?
 
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