66 and up auto shifter in a 65 console

[dmorgan]

I have a 65 Belvedere with a big block and want to use a 66 and up 727. Has anybody tried putting a 66 and up shifter and linkage in a 65 B body using the original 65 console? I prefer this over an aftermarket shifter or an adapter cable.

 

[Detroit Iron]

I sure have. See my thread here. Not much response.

http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/showthread.php?t=590

 

[dmorgan]

I saw your thread about using the Imperial Services cable. I want to use a shifter and linkage out of a newer B body to avoid problems like you describe.

This type of linkage has a vertical rod passing through the floor, not a cable. Linkage out of another car should work without too much modification. My question is will the shifter itself mount in a stock '65 console without cutting up the console.