Removing Round Metal Shifter

[alex.qts]

Got a problem - I can't seem to remove the aftermarket shifter on my 182!

Read on here that you need to pull very hard but been trying for ages and it won't budge. I have also tried with a pipe wrench but still no luck.

I am worried about breaking the shifter linkage if I use any more force. Problem being is because it is metal the usual drilling etc is going to be difficult.

Anyone have any advice on removing? I'm assuming it has been glued on... I guess as a last resort the entire unit will need to be replaced. The Gear knob is ropey!

 

[Louis]

A photo would help

 

[alex.qts]

A photo would help

Sure I will grab one tomorrow when light. It's like a solid white metal ball. Looked but don't see any allen keys etc holding it on

 

[Mr Squashie]

Sounds like a shifter from a Phase 1 172. You'd probably be better off removing the whole shifter through the bottom of the car and trying to paint the ball while it's attached if you want to tidy it up

 

[alex.qts]

Sounds like a shifter from a Phase 1 172. You'd probably be better off removing the whole shifter through the bottom of the car and trying to paint the ball while it's attached if you want to tidy it up

Confirmed - it is indeed a shifter from a Phase 1 172!

May be better to leave it on then...