Clutch cable adjustment, Not getting anywhere. Options

[Mcraneiowa]

I’m sure this has been covered before but I was not able to find what exactly was of help. I read in one post I should have about 1/8” of up/down travel on the cable to suggest proper tension. I have adjusted it in and out and everywhere in between to no avail. With the engine running I am not able to put the car into either first or reverse without grinding. I do not see any movement of the clutch housing inside of the tunnel, so I don’t think that is the issue. I have a brand new cable installed and other than trying to get the car to move,, this is far as the cable has been used. I can see the arm pulling in and out on the transaxle as well when depressing the clutch. Anyone have an idea of what I am missing here. Looking for suggestions.

[Mcraneiowa]

Just to clarify it’s a 1974 1.8 L with a side shift transmission. I had pulled the shifter out cleaned everything and all parts looked fresh a few months back So I didn’t replace anything there. I had replaced the shifter grommet for the shifter rod to fit through the fire wall, so no play in the rod. I will pull the back end to double check but as remembered it appeared decent, no wear but can’t recall the fit.