hurst shifter

[beetle1303]

check it for play
ie the spring should really hard and keeping the lever alined at the imaginary 3rd and 4th line
the reverse ring should work freely as well.

just install it straight away. there isnt anything to make you feel better while you re waiting for another engine
something to consider is getting a urethane shifter coupling kit and replace the old rubber one. believe me it will improve your mood...

Chris