72 Shifter Question...
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Joined: Apr 2006
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From: Norwalk Ohio
I had the same problem with my '72... The stock shifter was all slop. It was really hard to find the gears. So, I replaced it with a Hurst Competition Plus unit. It was a royal pain in the rear, and took about 12 hours to get it right. Now that its in, it is SWEET. Short throws and a very positive feel. I like it. If you go this route, make sure you buy the installation kit, the mounting plate is in there, and you have to use the included linkages and transmission levers. Oh, and do yourself a favor and remove the rear transmission mount plate from the get go, it makes getting to those adjustable linkages possible.
Just my experience...
Mwieczorek
Just my experience...
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From: Lansdale 19446 PA
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Originally Posted by glen242
I have a Hurst Comp/Plus on my '76. Absolutely no comparison to the stock shifter. I LOVE it.
The stock shifters are good for LINKAGE LOCK!
I put Hurst Competition Plus in my 76 and what a HUGE difference. I just installed one in my 78 & I just got one for my 69. I tried "rebuilding mine with little difference.
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From: Marietta ga
I have had Hurst shifters and stock Muncie shifters in different cars. The Hurst feels better, but a well set up stock shifter can still feel great. The key to the stock shifter is setting it up in the short throw position and correctly adjusting the linkage to prevent lock up.
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From: Wakefield MA
Thanks SO much for the great feed-back - I've always like the Hurst Shifters in my other cars (not Vettes) - it only seems natural that it would be a nice add to the 72 - is the throw shorter?
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From: Virginia USA
Originally Posted by Cory1970
I have had Hurst shifters and stock Muncie shifters in different cars. The Hurst feels better, but a well set up stock shifter can still feel great. The key to the stock shifter is setting it up in the short throw position and correctly adjusting the linkage to prevent lock up.
