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Old Feb 4, 2026 | 10:41 AM
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This is how my T looks with the stock shift lever:-

 
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Originally Posted by Andy from Sandy
Something will need to be done with the brake rod as well.
Yes indeed. I had to get a longer rod. I chose to make it fully adjustable using a
Quarter Midget racing radius rod and RH/LH heim joints....

This pic shows the DK Customs (not easily adjustable RH-only heims) brake rod and the Quarter Midget
radius rod (setup for RH/LH heims) that I used.




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As for the brake rod, some time back I bought a set of RH and LH thread sets for 3/8". The plan was to make an easily adjustable heim joint brake rod. Both are SAE fine thread. So when it comes to that issue, I have it covered.
 
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