Shift linkage questions

[kervinridgley@earthlink.net (Kervin)]

Wes,
  Replace ALL of the bushing.  You can get them as a set.  If you still
have problems, then try to align the shifter.  

Kervin
> 
> What's the best way to get to the ones under the master cylinder? How
> tricky is it getting the shift linkage adjusted? How critical is it?
> (I have the Bentley and am following it.) I've heard of an alignment
> tool. Anybody have experience with this item?
> 
> There is a bushing on the main shift rod from the shifter, is there an
> easy way to pull the rod completely and replace that bushing?
> 
> Of course short of pulling the trans.
> 
> Does any know of a dealer/distributor in the Louisville area that
> carries the Redline MTL? I checked at my local Autozone and they
> didn't have it.
> 
> Finally, my main shifting problem is from 1st to 2nd. I actually have
> to move the shifter to the left a little to get it in 2nd. Is this a
> "normal" problem and what's the fix?
> 
> Thanks guys, I new to the list and am learning anew that misery loves
> company.
> 
> Wes Brockway

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