85 shifter slop

[soupman]

I'm trying to firm up the shifter on my 85 K5. The spring in the linkage underneath is apparently missing. Anyone know where I can source all those parts and possibly where I can find a parts diagram??

Also, the shifter itself flops around on the column. I assume a spring is also missing there. I've searched the threads but don't see a step by step or repair diagram for that either...

Anyone got any pointers??

 

[K85 Octane]

Well, you have the shift plate inside the column. It has the "gates" for each gear. If it's warn, that would cause problems. There is a spring that holds the lever against the "gates" also, like you said.

On the end of the steering column, near the firewall, there is a replaceable grommet that holds the rod going down to the frame. I think I got a new one from LMC.

On the frame, there is a nylon bushing of sorts that can be replaced. I think LMC again is where I got mine. It can probably be made easily if you can't find it. I lost the spring at some point in my build and found a perfect replacement at OSH Hardware. Been on there for 3,000+ miles. All you really need is the same diameter. The new one is much longer, but you can cut it down or (like I did) just use it as is.