Got the "new" shifter off ebay and it fits tight, zero slack.
See my new video:
https://youtube.com/shorts/yxUsJLefAi0?feature=share4

Thanks to everybody who took the time to respond. It's fixing these small issues that gives you confidence to drive your stovebolt! wave


1959 3100, original 235/3 on the tree w/overdrive. Carter YF 2100S carb, 205/75/15 w/front sway bar