Update: Car up on jack stands. Crawled under, and trans mount appears OK (new 3 yrs ago). Motor mounts still look good (new in 2004).
Just what is this concept of "adjusting the console"?? My console just attached according to permanent screws into holes that are not "adjustable". I dont know what you are talking about here. Also, 1st gear, besides, engages fully when placed into position, and even settles back just slightly (maybe 1/4 inch. second the same). So, in conclusion, the stick in 1st, is not bumping up against the console when in position, so this cant be the culprit. (FWIW, the leather boot has a hole in it from wear from bumping up against the top of the console when placed into 1st. This seems strange. But could be from this being not the orig, and as you know, many times, the replacement is a little different fit. A little extra bulk, and there you have it....bulked up excess wearing>)
filled gearbox up not too long ago. It is not low, I believe. Anyway, a mystery, and a scary one, as I dont have any other ideas to remedy, people.
Merry Christmas.
Joe