Raven R code 281 Report post Posted April 11, 2017 I have the shifter detached from my tranny housing. I noticed a steel "spring" type clip that has one side broken. The pencil is pointing to the clip in question. Any idea what this is and if it is a problem? If it something that needs replacing, what is the name of the pet and where can I get a new one? The car shifted fine before I removed this piece. You probably need to be very familiar with the top loader to understand or know what you are looking at. thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raven R code 281 Report post Posted April 11, 2017 Dang.... this was supposed to be in the tech forum. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted April 11, 2017 It is now :) 1 Raven R code reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969_Mach1 333 Report post Posted April 11, 2017 Unless originality is the primary concern, most swap out the Ford shifter for a Hurst Competition Plus shifter. It fits through the original opening in the floor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Conway 264 Report post Posted April 11, 2017 The broken part/assembly is called the ' reverse détente '. Some vendors sell it and mine came from Bill Heely. Brian Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raven R code 281 Report post Posted April 11, 2017 Nice picture Brian , thanks for the info. keeping original.....to keep it original. ; ) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969_Mach1 333 Report post Posted April 11, 2017 I use to think original was best. Now I don't care so much anymore. Original is great unless its worn or broke to where is doesn't function as good as it should. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
