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Gather all Tools
& new shifter parts
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Dis-assemble the new shifter handle and find
the plastic insert that is to small for the existing shaft.
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Select a 1/2" drill bit and insert it
into the drill chuck and tighten the chuck
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Clamp the plastic insert into the clamping
device you selected and tighten. Be careful not to distort the plastic tube.
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Align the plastic tube with the drill bit.
Once it is aligned start the drill and firmly hold the clamping assembly.
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Slowly lower the drill bit into the plastic
tube to drill out a larger opening. Run the bit up and down a few times to
make sure you have a clean bore.
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Remove the plastic tube from the clamping
assembly and place it on the shift handle shaft to check the fit. If the
plastic insert slides over the shaft with a slight drag but does not have to
be forced on then you have a good fit. If it is to tight then you will have
to enlarge the tube further. Do this in the smallest of increments so it
doesn't become to large.
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Now that you have the plastic tube enlarged
to the proper size you can insert the tube into the new shifter handle and
place it on the stock shaft. Make sure you put the shifter handle locking
nut on the shaft in the correct direction before you put the handle on. Make
sure the handle is all the way on or the reverse button on the top won't
engage.
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Once you have the new handle installed and
lined up get your portable drill and a 1/16 drill bit and drill into
the stock shaft using the set screw holes as a guide. You only have to put a
small dimple in the shaft so the set screws have a place to set. This will
keep the shifter handle from turn when you shift into gear.
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If all went well you should have a nice clean
installation. The nice thing about this is you will probably be the only one
with this kind of handle because you can't pick it off the shelf at the
local parts store.
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Go out and show your friends your new mod.
When they ask you where you got it you can tell them with great pride you
made it.
