>I
>drove my 5 speed for years with a cracked overdrive switch bezel on the
>gearshift knob simply because no one can supply a good one. The gearshift
>knob is the thing the driver uses most next to the steering wheel and
>pedals, and shifting with a broken one was a constant source of irritation,
>but the parts just aren't available. So, if you're going to install an
>overdrive unit, place the overdrive switch on the dash with a toggle and
>use the original shifter. The expense and irritation definitly are not
>worth it just to reduce engine noise.
They are now, you can get them from most parts suppliers over here for about 4
quid.
Rich
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