Auto column shift linkage conflict question

[OrrieG]

Truck is 1959 with 350 & TH350 trans and NP203 transfer case. I want to install a tilt column with auto shift. Problem is at the transmission there is no room for the pivot rod from the trans to the frame, the arm that accepts the rod from the column hits the stock crossmember. I'm not the first to put a TH350 in a 55-59, am I correct in assuming the stock crossmember must be taken out? Or does someone like Lokar make a cable connection between the bottom of the column and the trans shift rod? Thanks Patrick

[pugs]

lokar also make a shirt rod kit, everything you need, it goes from the column to the trans all but a str8 shot,i used on in a 54 a few yrs ago

[hotrodsbyray]

lokar, and i think flaming river, both make a cable shifter that bolts to the column with a cable to a bracket on the trans that makes hook-up a snap. i found one on ebay for $75. kinda pricey but worth it to get rid of the hassle!

[OrrieG]

Thanks, that was just what I needed to know. After I posted I figured I should have just went to Lokar and looked, thanks for not flaming me! $75 isn't bad considering the time it would take for me to fab one.


Edit - found it heres a pic for others who might be interested. It's Lokar

[1-ton of fun]

that's what i will be using...

[pugs]

i mite have to go that route myself,make somewhat of a hidden shift setup

[55dude]

hit the wrecking yard and you will notice most of the front wheel drive cars use this setup. $75 is probably pretty fair for a bolt on solution. it's the decision: time vs. $$$$ plus fabrication is fun.