Shifty Shifter
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Drifting
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From: Mt Juliet TN
Shifty Shifter
The shifter on my 75 is kind of well sloppy is the only way to describe it. I thought about a rebuild for it but would really like the precision of a Hurst. Do they make a Hurst for my super t10? Anyone have any experience with it as far as reliability, ease of install or price? Will rebuilding my stock one give it close to the same feel? What happens to the reverse lockout with the Hurst? As always all opinions are appreciated.
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Re: Shifty Shifter (TTop Tony)
Hurst works great. Be aware that it bolts to transmission vice frame so there is a bit more vibration in the handle. Job took me about 3 hours to do, pulling the transmisison mount for access.
Call Jegs at 1-800-345-4545. They don't list all the apps in the catalog but they have them in stock. Think I paid about $280 for the shifter and instillation kit.
[Modified by SteveG75, 8:13 AM 10/31/2001]
Call Jegs at 1-800-345-4545. They don't list all the apps in the catalog but they have them in stock. Think I paid about $280 for the shifter and instillation kit.
[Modified by SteveG75, 8:13 AM 10/31/2001]
Melting Slicks
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Re: Shifty Shifter (SteveG75)
Great upgrade!
There is no reverse lockout on the hurst, other than you have to pull it over to get it into the reverse. I've never accidentally shifted into reverse with it, so it has to work fairly well
There is no reverse lockout on the hurst, other than you have to pull it over to get it into the reverse. I've never accidentally shifted into reverse with it, so it has to work fairly well
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Drifting
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Re: Shifty Shifter (Mack76)
Sounds like an overwhelming yes. Now I'm excited. My friends got a 5 speed richmond and he says the worst part is the fact that its bolted to the tranny and vibrates. I've noticed he keeps his hand on the shifter when he's not shifting I don't do that so maybe the vibration won't bother me. Still it sounds like the HURST is worth it. Thanks guys.
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Re: Shifty Shifter (bence13_33)
There's no reverse lock-out? That's kind of a bummer, it's nice to have that little extra security when shifting....
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Melting Slicks
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Re: Shifty Shifter (TTop Tony)
Tony:
Before you spring for the Hurst, check and see if the shifter arms on the transmission have 2 sets of holes. If so, relocate the rods to the lower holes. This will tighten the shift pattern and cut down on the slop, but will require more effort to shift. Did this on my '76 with no problems. If you don't like it, you can always go back to stock and/or add the Hurst.
Before you spring for the Hurst, check and see if the shifter arms on the transmission have 2 sets of holes. If so, relocate the rods to the lower holes. This will tighten the shift pattern and cut down on the slop, but will require more effort to shift. Did this on my '76 with no problems. If you don't like it, you can always go back to stock and/or add the Hurst.
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Drifting
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Re: Shifty Shifter (glen242)
There are two holes I did notice that. I see where that would give me less of a throw but how does that "tighten" it. Your right though that would would be free to try.
I'm worried about the reverse lockout too. This is my first stick shift car. I have a constant fear of being in the wrong gear But if its spring loaded and the car is a lot more "notchy" then mine maybe it won't be so bad.
I'm worried about the reverse lockout too. This is my first stick shift car. I have a constant fear of being in the wrong gear But if its spring loaded and the car is a lot more "notchy" then mine maybe it won't be so bad.
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From: Moon Twp. PA USA
Re: Shifty Shifter (TTop Tony)
Tony:
Using the lower holes reduces the distance that the shift lever moves when going between gears. Every shift i.e. 1-2, 2-3, 3-4 has about 1/2 the shifter travel as when the top holes are used.
Try it, it don't cost nothin!
Using the lower holes reduces the distance that the shift lever moves when going between gears. Every shift i.e. 1-2, 2-3, 3-4 has about 1/2 the shifter travel as when the top holes are used.
Try it, it don't cost nothin!
