This makes sense. The last owner (my friend) said after the new motor was installed by ford, that the whole shifter leaned backwords more. It engages 2 and 4 much deeper than it engaged 1 3 or 5. I will look into it, thanks.
1998 Contour SE 2.5L Duratec DOHC 5spd. "Who needs a working IMRC? - I don't."
1968 Chevelle 300 Deluxe
1994 GMC Yukon SLE
1972 Plymouth Roadrunner - restoring for a friend.