Hi, yes i have completely traced down the linkage components, now the linkage does need what i call bushings, the guy i bought it from told me that the "plastic" came off the connecting ends of the joints however he didnt mention why he was messing with the linkage in the first place. Yes that is where i found those plastic pieces that the joints of the linkage uses for keeping tight fittings, I have already gotten them replaced and working however it is still like its pulling back or its trying to change into a lower gear that just doesnt exist with this transmission.. but now its not doing it all the time but about half time now.. for instance I can go somewhere lets say to the corner store, it will run fine with not alot of jerking, pulling back etc.. then lets say i need to go again tomorrow and i head out ... it will be really acting up. So it doesnt act up constantly. Its almost like everything i upgrade and/or replace it will run just alittle better with each thing. So, it's driving me nutty tryin to figure it all out. Thank you for the info I will take a looksee again to make sure i haven't missed anything