Shift Coupler

[Mark D]

Hi all, got another question for you. I'm in the process of replacing all the shift rod bushes, and I noticed that the coupler has a fair bit of play in the bushes. So bought a new one and discovered that it has the same amount (if not a little more...) play in the bushes. Is this normal? And if so, is there a reason for it? There's around 3mm play back and forth, and probably 1mm up and down 

   

    Thanks for any help,
                                    Mark