October 14, 200321 yr Author comment_53107 Additionally, what are the years for the A and the B tranny in the US market? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-53107 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 14, 200321 yr Author comment_53112 Just looked at the one that is for sale and from what has been said here this is nothing more than a stock, unmodified stick. Here's a pic of it. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-53112 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 14, 200321 yr comment_53119 The "B" type transmissions were used in the late 71 model year and after that....The short shifter has a two piece mounting plate that bolts through the stock pivot on the trans case and moves it up away from the trans case by an inch.Your pic shows a stock unmodified B type shifter.... Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-53119 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 14, 200321 yr comment_53123 Originally posted by 2ManyZs The short shifter has a two piece mounting plate that bolts through the stock pivot on the trans case and moves it up away from the trans case by an inch. Thanks, Keith. I kinda thought that there would need to be an adapter as you describe. Carl Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-53123 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 14, 200321 yr Author comment_53126 Originally posted by 2ManyZs The "B" type transmissions were used in the late 71 model year and after that....Ok, so then my '77 5-speed would be considered a type B and will be ok when/if I get a short shifter.Originally posted by 2ManyZs Your pic shows a stock unmodified B type shifter.... That's what I figured from your previous description. Bummer! I will just keep my eyes open for one. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-53126 Share on other sites More sharing options...
January 9, 200421 yr comment_63534 Does the MSA work on the 70-71 models? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-63534 Share on other sites More sharing options...
January 9, 200421 yr comment_63535 Nope, sorry, the short shift kit only works on the B model transmissions....There isn't much you could do to the A model due to the design of the shift lever linkage on the outside of the transmission. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-63535 Share on other sites More sharing options...
January 9, 200421 yr comment_63537 hmmmm... i wanted to replace the shaft due to fact that when i tighten the nob all the way i'll i can still spin it.... right along with the shaft. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-63537 Share on other sites More sharing options...
January 9, 200421 yr comment_63540 Sounds like the mounting nut on the bottom of the lever is either loose, or the tapered bushings the lever inserts into are shot...You can still get the solid bushings for the A model shifter, which might help tighten up the shifting on yours. Try Chloe at MidwestZ, she probably can supply them. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-63540 Share on other sites More sharing options...
January 9, 200421 yr comment_63543 excellent. i will go ahead and do that. i need to wait till it warms up a little outside so i can get the console off and take a look-see. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-63543 Share on other sites More sharing options...
January 10, 200421 yr Author comment_63554 A vs. B tranny. What years were these? I have seen this somewhere but can not find the info now. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-63554 Share on other sites More sharing options...
January 10, 200421 yr comment_63588 Look up 'bout 7 posts texasz :devious: Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/8358-stick-shifter-length/?&page=2#findComment-63588 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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