fl350 shifter problems

[emmertd]

I recently purchased an fl350 that had been sitting outside for quite a while. I removed the shift lever because it would not move. I disassembled the shift lever per the manuals instructions but the lever body will not come off the case. There is a little play between the lever body and the shaft in the center. Anyone else had this problem? Any help would be appreciated. 

[hoodlum]

Not sure I am following you... Can you post some pics?

[emmertd]

Thanks for the reply but I finally got it. The shift lever wouldn't pull up. I removed the upper lever arm from the body and it came apart. If you know of an easy way to remove the starter that would be awesome.

[hoodlum]

The easiest way is to take the engine mounts loose and tilt the engine forward... It can be done with the engine in place, but it's not easy...