[norton]

"Did they finally put the shifter on the left side and the rear brake pedal on the right side?"

Not like they had a choice, my '73 was last right shifter & I still hate myself for selling it.
(I got all weak kneed just reading 'air cooled')

Note: recently in UK and tried to find a source for parts to restore a couple of mid '60 Brits...
they are importing used parts from the US.

(anyone knowing an affordable restoration place is invited to offer suggestions)

[Betis70]

Rabers in San Jose. Not sure where in California you are, but they are probably worth a call.

http://www.rabers.com/home.html