Dave I actually kicked that idea around when I did the first mockup years ago. It would be pretty simple to do and I have probably half a dozen of the old Mopar push button shifters sitting o the shelf.

At this point this is the shifter I’m looking at using.



Nothing is completely off the table at this point, I could use the column shift I already built or do the push buttons as you suggest. I’ve even kicked around hanging another pedal and putting a 4 speed in it, (the pedal/MC bracket has the provisions for it), and I have all the stuff including all the bellhousing parts and transmission.

In truth going with the 518 OD transmission is the most expensive option for me, I already have all the 4 speed stuff, I’ve also got a suitable SB 727, what I don’t have is a complete 518, just an empty case. The main reason the 518 appeals to me is that I’ve never done one of these transmissions yet.

“........I enjoy building the columns and pedal assemblies myself, too. It's an easy $400-500 for aftermarket and I'd rather put that $$ elsewhere in the car.....”

Falcon, I’ve got to admit the money is a part for me too,( although if I was doing a customer’s car in the long run it would be cheaper to go pre-built than pay for my fabrication time). Like most people here I like to work with my hands....but even more I enjoy going thru the thought process of figuring out what and how to build something as much or more than actually building it.