Notices
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks Discuss the Dentsides Ford Truck
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Moser

78 automatic shift lever

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 17, 2016 | 04:12 PM
  #1  
youngblood1989's Avatar
youngblood1989
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Mar 2016
Posts: 18
Likes: 0
78 automatic shift lever

On my 78 custom, the shift lever is very loose on the shift collar. The shop manual showed a grommet so I bought that but now I realize I don't have the same type of shifter lever. Most I have seen are round so the grommet fits around them and into the hole on the shift collar, but mine is square at the end and doesn't use a grommet? Is this the original column?
 
Reply
Old Aug 17, 2016 | 04:32 PM
  #2  
NumberDummy's Avatar
NumberDummy
Ford Parts Specialist
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 88,826
Likes: 787
From: Simi Valley, CA
Club FTE Gold Member
1978 A/T shift lever

Originally Posted by youngblood1989
On my 78 custom, the shift lever is very loose on the shift collar.

The shop manual showed a grommet so I bought that but now I realize I don't have the same type of shifter lever.

Most I have seen are round so the grommet fits around them and into the hole on the shift collar, but mine is square at the end and doesn't use a grommet.
Parts catalog pic without tilt wheel (lever has a square end - see pic below) does not show a grommet.
 
Attached Images  
Reply
Old Aug 17, 2016 | 05:05 PM
  #3  
youngblood1989's Avatar
youngblood1989
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Mar 2016
Posts: 18
Likes: 0
Thank you! For whatever reason my 78 ford shop manual shows the grommet for both tilt and non tilt wheels. So it looks like I'll need a new shift collar, since the pin is in good shape but the holes in the collar for the pin are ovaled.
 
Reply
Old Aug 17, 2016 | 05:13 PM
  #4  
NumberDummy's Avatar
NumberDummy
Ford Parts Specialist
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 88,826
Likes: 787
From: Simi Valley, CA
Club FTE Gold Member
Originally Posted by youngblood1989
Thank you! For whatever reason my 78 ford shop manual shows the grommet for both tilt and non tilt wheels.

So it looks like I'll need a new shift collar, since the pin is in good shape but the holes in the collar for the pin are ovaled...a common occurrence.
D9TZ-7228-B (replaced D8TZ-7228-B) .. A/T Shift Collar-Use without Tilt Wheel / Obsolete

1978/79 F100/350, Bronco & Econoline.

If it's not available from auto parts stores:

PHILLIPS FORD in Phillips WI has 1 = 715-339-3045.

GILLIAM MOTORS in Dillwyn VA has 1 = 434-983-2026.

B. F. WHITE MOTOR CO. in Stanton TX has 1 = 800-953-3321.

DEWEY MOORE FORD in Hughes Springs TX has 1 = 903-639-2516.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
D8TZ-7228-B =

MCDONALD OBSOLETE PARTS in Rockport IN has 1 = 812-359-4965.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
The Masked Rider
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
4
Oct 27, 2020 07:56 AM
tvliftcabinet
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
28
Apr 12, 2017 05:48 PM
drabina
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
2
Oct 24, 2016 04:05 PM
Dylan518
1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
4
Jul 9, 2016 01:07 PM
Shadowrider123
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
5
Apr 19, 2015 09:57 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 07:19 PM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE