I had a kit of snap rings In the toolbox, but of course it goes from 5/8 to 3/4, which are two popular sizes. Lo and behold the shaft is cut for a 11/16 diameter external snap ring. I called around to grainger and fastenal, but neither had them in stock. McMaster has a facility not far from Savannah, so I can usually get stuff next day.
I decided to give the local Napa a call since it’s fairly good size, and I’m glad I did because they had a couple in their kit. After $1 spent and about an hr of work I’m back on the road.
Drove the car for about 75 miles today and it did well. Takes just a little getting used to with the release point, but you catch on quick. Decided to put some more slack on the clutch fork, which meant jacking up the car since I don’t have a firewall adjuster. After backing the not off a couple threads I think it’s perfect.