63 Eco 302/AOD Swap...what shifter and linkage?

I purchased an unfinished project from my buddy.  It runs but does not drive because it has no shifter or linkage.  It has a custom raised console that is about knee high where I would like to mount a floor shifter.  I am thinking of the short shifter by B&M for a fox body Mustang.  Is there other options that people like it to use?  I want it to have a short shaft.  I also can't seem to find shifter linkage/cable that is long enough to reach the trans from the front.  Am I overthinking this?  Seems this 302/AOD is a common swap and these parts would be pretty common.  What is the go to parts store for these early Econoline?  Plan on seeing my on here often as I can't wait to get it on the road.  Here is a couple pics.  Thank you for any help and suggestions.

Nice looking van. I did the same engine/trans swap in my 65. I used a Lokar floor shifter for mine. For the trans shift cable I could not find one at the right length so I connected 2 4ft cables I had laying around. My other option was going to be a custom made cable. I am also using the Lokar kit to dial in the TV adjustment.