I thought I'd add a few more before and after pics. I just completed my install this morning out in my shop.
Before in Neutral:
Before in 1st:
Before in 2nd:
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After in Neutral:
After in 1st:
After in 2nd:
Easiest way to get to the bottom of the shifter:
Bottom of the shifter:
Old and new - Side by Side:
Overall, I'm very happy with the shifter. I had to do a little line honing at the bottom of the shfiter to make room for the new bushings. The I.D. of the 'tube' at the bottom was about .02 of an inch too small for the O.D. of the bushings, but that was minor. The shifting is WAY shorter now and very firm.
Ranger Joe, you did a great job! Thank you very much for doing this for all of us.