Longitudinally displaced shifter

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2004-11-09

2008-12-16

Fenstermacher, David M (Department: 3682)

Machine element or mechanism

Control lever and linkage systems

Multiple controlled elements

C074S473120

Reexamination Certificate

active

07464621

ABSTRACT:
A shifter apparatus for a manual transmission constructed and arranged for variable longitudinal displacement along the longitudinal centerline of the vehicle. The instant invention provides a shifter body assembly that is flexibly coupled at a first end to the vehicle body and flexibly coupled at a second end to a portion of the transmission housing via a structural connecting link. The connecting link may include various fixed or adjustable lengths to allow the shifter displacement.

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