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Russell Ashley · 09-07-2011, 09:13 AM

What exact problem are you having? Normally if it goes into 2nd OK it would also go into 3rd OK. The most common problem with column three speed shifters is going from the 1st/rev gate to the 2nd/3rd gate. You might have a problem with wear in the shifter box on the steering column. When it gets worn you have to very deliberately move the shift lever or it will lock up between gears. Rebuild parts are available as well as parts to rebuild the shifter at the top of the column. I'm keeping my 3spd also.
BTW, it should be pretty obvious where those bushings go unless someone has modified the shifter arms.

09-07-2011, 09:13 AM	#7
Russell Ashley Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lawrenceville, Ga Posts: 2,640	Re: Replacing Shifter Bushings What exact problem are you having? Normally if it goes into 2nd OK it would also go into 3rd OK. The most common problem with column three speed shifters is going from the 1st/rev gate to the 2nd/3rd gate. You might have a problem with wear in the shifter box on the steering column. When it gets worn you have to very deliberately move the shift lever or it will lock up between gears. Rebuild parts are available as well as parts to rebuild the shifter at the top of the column. I'm keeping my 3spd also. BTW, it should be pretty obvious where those bushings go unless someone has modified the shifter arms.