sloppy shifter

[Livolsi, Stephane]

The shift lever on my 86 5ktq (5 spd) suddenly got very sloppy yesterday.
Ever since the clutch job last fall it hasn't been very precise, but
suddenly I can move it around about 3 inches while in gear, especially 1st
and 2nd.
Anyone else experienced this?  Is it likely to be the tranny itself or the
linkages?  Any info/advice greatly appreciated.

Stephane