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Old 16-09-2008, 03:09 PM
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is very loos it feels, 5 speed box. when u put it in reverse its almost out the drivers door!

is that the linkage?

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Old 16-09-2008, 03:52 PM
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yeah theres a kit u can fit to make it tighter then a virgin again,they normally pop up on egay
Old 16-09-2008, 07:29 PM
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fords still do them i think
Old 17-09-2008, 01:50 PM
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The gear change mechanism usually wears in RSTs in so many places that it's cheaper to buy a complete new Puma shifter than separate spares from Ford.
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Puma shifter? As in form a Ford Puma, do they fit straight on?
Old 18-09-2008, 09:22 AM
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Yes, from a Puma. Fitting is rather straight forward. It doesn't use the four holes for securing, but has a bracket in the back of the casing.
Old 18-09-2008, 05:35 PM
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yep ive got the puma linkage and it is the dogs!!!
Old 18-09-2008, 07:58 PM
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how much btw?
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That is well handy to know!!!
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