Bolt spacing on shifter handle

[JeffTepper]

I am trying to replace a damaged 4 speed shifter handle on a '68 big block car. The reproduction which is "Made in the USA", and sold by Drake has the mounting holes 3/16" too close to fit the shifter controller. The correct dimension between holes (center to center) is 2" with the repro being 1-13/16" Did the car come with the wrong shifter or is the repro incorrect for this car? FWIW the trans is "numbers matching".

 

[gtscode]

Jeff, I have my 67, but it did bolt up fine. Let me know if you want me to check tonight after work.

 

[JeffTepper]

Justin:

The '67 and '68 are different and apparently there is only one actual manufacturer so I've got to adapt the repro or go aftermarket............

 

[gtscode]

Apparently the saddle for the control box is 1-7/8 inch for a 1967 or early 1968 and 2 inch for the late 68. The saddle is replaceable.