some part of the linkage is slipping on the splines somewhere Larry!
Sounds like a 2 person job, one to throw the lever while the other observes. Some machinist's ink on the parts will help you detect what is moving in relation to the other parts.
good luck my friend, wish I were closer I'd cruise on over.
George
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