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Aug 14, 2010 | 05:15 PM

Prof555

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Hurst

I need some help deciding which new Hurst shifter is best for my 58 T-10 4 speed. The old comp plus is just getting cranky and rather than mess about with it, I would just as soon buy a new shifter and the appropriate kit. Im open to suggestions from anyone especially anyone who has just installed one . Thanks

Don.

Aug 14, 2010 | 05:31 PM

wmf62

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the Comp Plus is an excellent shifter; have it rebuilt
Bill

Aug 14, 2010 | 05:36 PM

Donald #31176

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Back in the 60s I remember that George Hurst guaranteed his shifters for life. Mr Gasket now owns Hurst and perhaps might honor the warranty. I know they will restore shifters that are manufactured by them for a price. I'm still using an early 60s vintage Comp + in my 62 and it still shifts as well as the day I bought it.

Aug 14, 2010 | 06:09 PM

jimh_1962

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Originally Posted by wmf62

the Comp Plus is an excellent shifter; have it rebuilt
Bill

Very easy to rebuild it. I just finished the job and it was fairly simple to clean up.

Aug 14, 2010 | 06:14 PM

Kerrmudgeon

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I'd rather rebuild a tried and true one, than risk my $$ on a new (junk) one. Find out where they're made first.

Aug 14, 2010 | 08:28 PM

thevanshop@aol.com

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Try replacing the bushings and spring clips, readjust, and lubricate. New shifters are not cheap.

Aug 14, 2010 | 11:38 PM

L78racer

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the new hurst shifters are made overseas. they are not as good. i tried putting the steel bushings kit on one. the rod ends are so out of round that the bushings would not go on.