Sizzling gearstick

[roger brown]

Apart from my possible throttle pot troubles, does anybody have a solution to the sizzling gearstick? Mine begins about 3,000 rpm. Gets frenzied at 3,500 and eases a bit over 4,000 or so. Now I find it quite comfortable cruising with one hand on the stick to dampen the sizzle but not when I really need two hands on the wheel. I'm aware this is an ancient moan but I cannot remember seeing a thread with a solution. Has anyone found one please?

[roger brown]

Thanks for your replies so far. I have a rather nice alloy sleeve and gearknob on the stick which came with the car. I've packed the sleeve because it is too big and tightened the grub screws holding both it and the knob, bit it makes no difference.
Roy C how do I get access to the linkage? Is it done from underneath or inside the car please?

[roger brown]

Thanks Roy C for this. I shall be taking a look at the weekend. Meantime any body else with helpful suggestions gratefully received.