sloppy, vauge shifter

ive got a comp plus box on my duster. short tailshaft, close ratio a833. at least i was told it was the close ratio...

anyway, the linkage is set up spot on. new clips, bushings, etc. the trans was gone through before i bought it. new synchros and gaskets, couple of bearings.

the shifting is very vauge, and has miles of throw before engaging in gear. also tends to feel like its hanging up between gears, like the linkage or something is sticking.

looked at it today to verify everything is working properly, and it appears to be. but it just shifts bad. anything i can do to fix it?

also, im not running the bolts for the stops, as they hit the tranny tunnel and i coudnt adjust them anyway.

budget is a concern. im looking to repair/modify what i already have if at all possible.

michael