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Hello, I recently bought a partially restored '67. It has a very sloppy 3-speed shifter, though it was obviously rebuilt recently as it is very clean. I removed the shifter mechanism and found the two shift levers are really flopping around on the shaft. I disassembled and it appears something is missing. I believe there is supposed to be a spacer on the shaft, to take the place of the 4-speed's reverse lever. Anyone familiar with this, or have an exploded view of a 3-speed shifter? I could guess, but I'd rather get it right from the start. Thank you!
 
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Yeah, there's a cup shaped spacer. Good deduction. Not available new, of course, but someplace like Glazier/Nolan can provide you a used one. As for the rest of the shifter, I prefer the 4-speed handle kit even on 3-speed shifters (it's more firm) and be sure you get the special thick hardened washers, only place I know that has them is G/N. Without these, the grommets will not be properly compressed, leaving the shift lever flopping loose.
 
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Thanks for the confirmation. I'm thinking I'll fabricate the part in my shop, should be pretty simple. For reference, does anyone have an exploded view of a 3-speed shifter? I have it for a 4-speed but can't find the 3-speed.
 
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Thanks a ton 2+2!!!!!!!!
 
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