Shifter Install problem

[richiedd]

Hi Guys
I just installed a B & M Quicksilver (part # 80688) into my '77 Firebird with a 700R4 trans.



The car is not yet driving but in "dry shifting" I have had a few issues: First up, the shifter is very difficult (stiff) to manouvre/shift. Also, it seems to ratchet through two gears at times on both up and down shifts. In addition, it will not downshift into the lowest gear...ie, it selects three and not four speeds.

I have followed all instructions including the removal of the pin that allows conversion from three to four speed. I have also set the tranny cable with the transmission in park, so I do not believe that there is an alignment issue.

I am using the stock transmission cable that was there with the original TH350, changing the appropriate brackets etc with Shiftworks and Bow Tie Overdrives kits.

I have done a similar install before on my '70 T/A with a TH400 and it works flawlessly. What gives? Any suggestions?

Thanks,

Rich