Hey guys, in the middle of a 6speed swap and was wonder if anyone had any further info on the two different styles of gear shift mechanisms I'm seeing in the EPC. I unfortunately have the version that has a cable in tandem with a linkage that adds complication if you need to shorten the assembly (which is required when installing into the w124 chassis). The transmission is in, and the linkage/cable shortened and installed. I just don't like the solution and feel like the second version would offer more direct feel/feedback. Here's a diagram of the two versions:





Does anyone know if there was a production break, a certain market that received this version, or other models aside from the w203 that may have received this linkage? Trying to source one without coughing up big-boy money at the dealer. The shift knob of the 2nd version appears to match the later model w203's that had a different engine/trans.

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