In a message dated 3/11/2004 9:28:11 AM Pacific Standard Time,
al_knoll@PACBELL.NET writes:
<<  Adding a retainer to retain the
original shifter spring a bit farther up the lever provides the same "feel"
and spring loading as the original >>

For me that was the only missing piece of the puzzle. Thunx, penisoner

Other that the spacer plate, the rest can be found at your local hardware
store. You the kind where they they have pensioners hanging out on the front
bench. If you can't find those, Home Depot and such will do in a pinch.

For my plate I getting Italian sausage and mushroom pizza.

BenT