Once Again "4KQ shift linkage"

[Grant Lenahan]

>My 4KQ is suffering from a shift linkage problem of some sort.
>
>1st gear is very difficult to get into, in fact I have to push down on
>the
>shift lever as if engaging reverse in order to hit it.  The others are
>notchy and sometimes troublesome as well, especially shifting while
>under
>power.   I sprayed silicon on the plastic ball at the bottom end of the
>shifter and this helped quite a bit, but the problem remains.
>
>Are there any adjustments I can make?  Will a short-shift kit replace
>the
>problem parts?
Band aids are nto needed.  I'd suggest you think of 2 things:

1) worn bushings nt he linkage allowing slop, or
2) a broken "ball joint" linkage, in the engine compartment.  No uncommon.

Grant
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