1935 ford transmission: A few newbie questions...

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I have a 35 ford trans (leaned back tower, straight cut gears) in my 35.

I was wondering everything inside looks cherry, but on the bench it will only go in: reverse 1st and neutral. I was wondering why i cant get it in to 2nd and 3rd? Is something not lined up correctly or...?

And another question, should the shifter point straight back or towards the drivers side?

Thanks!