Shifter change
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Instructor
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Shifter change
I'm considering changing from the stock shifter (4 speed) to a Hurst competition model. I am assuming that the Hurst bolts to the trans tailshaft rather than the stock cross member bracket as the factory one did. Can anyone enlighten me?
Thanks!
Thanks!
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it does bolt to the tailshaft and below is a link to the instructions
http://files.dpbrands.com/hurst/inst...ns/3917992.pdf
http://files.dpbrands.com/hurst/inst...ns/3917992.pdf
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Dr. Detroit
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I suppose it could be done with some finesse.
Jebby
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Did GM divorce the shifter from the trans just to eliminate vibration/ movement? I also wonder why they did not make the cross member removable as in the automatic models? It would have made life a bit easier! Things that make one go "Huh"?
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For what it is worth the stock shifter in my 69' 427/400 was a slick unit....throw was kinda of long but it worked very well.
I went with the Hurst on the 72' as it has stops....
Jebby
I went with the Hurst on the 72' as it has stops....
Jebby
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If you have an Muncie (not sure all were like this) but you'll notice two different holes in the shifter linkage arms that attach to the transmission. They are long throw and short throw holes. I changed mine to the short throw holes and it made a big difference. At the time I also rebuilt my shifter which also helps a lot. I'm happy with the results and for the most part it was a free mod (not counting the shifter rebuild kit of course).
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I don't mind the factory shifter. The throw is a bit long and eventually starts contacting the console opening. I always liked the reverse lockout feature, wish the Hurst had that option.
How many of you out there have a memory of laying on your back under the car either on the road or in a parking lot freeing up the linkage after getting the trans locked up in two gears?
Ahh, the good old days!!!!
How many of you out there have a memory of laying on your back under the car either on the road or in a parking lot freeing up the linkage after getting the trans locked up in two gears?
Ahh, the good old days!!!!
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