Soon I will start thinking about how to create shift linkage for my conversion.
I've heard that some cars, perhaps Stohrs, have a mechanical paddle shifter. I can't afford a high dollar paddle shifter, but I am interested to hear about a mechanical paddle shifter if they aren't too expensive. However, I can't really see how they would work with a steering wheel that can turn more than a full revolution. Can someone describe the set up for me?
Another idea I've been pondering is to use part of the shift linkage left over from the Pinto/LD200, and attach one or two cables to the shift rod in the neighborhood of my right elbow. I'm considering not just one push-pull cable, but two. As the shifter is pulled back to upshift, it will "push" a cable and at the same time "pull" on another cable so the shift arm at the transmission will feel both the pull and push forces from the two cables (one pushing from behind while the other pulls from ahead). Hope that makes sense.
Looking forward to suggestions. I haven't searched the DSR forum yet but will when I get a chance.