sounds like there is some communication problems here.... both the upper shift rods (1/2)and(3/4) should come off pretty easily to drop the 4-speed. Reverse rod as well if its being pulled with the motor. Nuts holding the shift leavers off the trans and clips to pull the swivels of the shifter... I'm not seeing the clips on the shifter swivels tho ... might be easier to pull the shifter off the mounting pad and all three levers from the trans. good luck
