Ron, I have also wondered how the aluminum one would flex less than the factory one. I'm sure I will weld this one back up but I would like a different one so that I can keep a spare on hand. As far as the blaster shifter, I don't think I would like it any shorter, a little longer would actually be better for me. I'll probably take fro's advise and order a new one from RMATV and weld the one I have for a spare.
Thanks for the input