Help (I am very frustrated) Help...

are u using the shifter and linkage rods from the od? and there should be a 5th. a 4spd shifter mite not work, i dont know

There shouldn't be a 5th. He's thinking of a different thing alltogether.

First thing I would do is make sure the linkage is adjusted correctly. I would also try a lighter weight lube. Maybe ATF.