Problem with installing short shifter Options

[conus00]

I just tried to install E-bay short shifter (I think 7th gen) in my car and experienced problem - the bottom part of the shifter (from the ball down) is too long:

I'd guess about 1/4 -3/8 inch...

The bottom of the shifter is hitting this little bump on the chasis (hard to explain without picture) and won't go to 1st, 3rd and 5th gear.
I need approximately 1/4-3/8 inch more clearance.
I am already considering buying another shifter (this one was very cheap) but here is a thought:
What would happen if I placed 1/4 (3/8) inch spacers under the whole (white plastic) shifter assembly and lifted it up??
Would it negatively affect anything?


This post has been edited by conus00: Apr 10, 2010 - 8:38 PM

[95CelicaST]

You need aluminum spacers to go between the body and the shifter assembly. Most good shifters come with them - cheap ones do not.