Was Carb & Trans Oil Questions now shifter

["Scott Regel" <Scott.Regel@dpra.com>]

Not to change the subject, but can you replace the actual shaft for the
shifter without pulling the transmission?  Sorry...I have never pulled
one before and the DPO cut the shaft in half and secured the shifter to
a metal ball knob.  I guess the reasoning was that it would be a faster
shift?  I want to put the wood knob back on but can't on the chopped
shaft.  I am just wondering if I can replace the shaft without busting
knuckles or creating a new wrench.  Help please!

Thanks

Scott and Spot
76B