Hurst shifter
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From: WEST CHESTER OHIO
Hurst shifter
I just returned from a great car show at Buds Chevrolet in ST. Marys ,Ohio good weather and beautiful Corvettes.I noticed a lot of C4 s had Hurst shifters I always thought my 95 coupe needed a shifter with a shorter throw I know now that i have to have one.i was just wondering if the installation is something the average person can and if there is a lot of problems with adjustment. Thank you BOB R.
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Re: Hurst shifter (BOB R.)
Installation of a shifter is a little bit of a PITA but it can be done by yourself. It is certainly a job that you only want to do once, you'll want to be happy with your choice.
Just to let you know there is another option. B&M makes a shifter for these cars which is the shortest around. It offers the absolute shortest throw, which also means the most shifting effort with the most positive feeling of engagement.
Personally I think the B&M is the better choice. The Hurst people will call me all kinds of names and will tell me that my shifter is junk, etc. Personally I feel the same way about the Hurst, just not enough difference for the effort spent installing it.
Neither side of this old :beatdeadhorse: argument is correct, it's simply a matter of personal preference.
As such my best advice to you would be to find a car that has a B&M and one that has a Hurst. Row each through the gears and see which one YOU like best. Then you can pick sides and start calling the other side names. :jester
Just to let you know there is another option. B&M makes a shifter for these cars which is the shortest around. It offers the absolute shortest throw, which also means the most shifting effort with the most positive feeling of engagement.
Personally I think the B&M is the better choice. The Hurst people will call me all kinds of names and will tell me that my shifter is junk, etc. Personally I feel the same way about the Hurst, just not enough difference for the effort spent installing it.
Neither side of this old :beatdeadhorse: argument is correct, it's simply a matter of personal preference.
As such my best advice to you would be to find a car that has a B&M and one that has a Hurst. Row each through the gears and see which one YOU like best. Then you can pick sides and start calling the other side names. :jester
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From: Houston Texas
Re: Hurst shifter (Nathan Plemons)
Then leave it to me to throw in a 3rd choice. The White Racing shifter which is the "shortest" shifter of the 3. Hurst 30%, B&M 40 % and WR 45%. White Racing uses stock shifter but is the most involved of all of them to install.
Melting Slicks
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From: Texas
Re: Hurst shifter (BAM92)
I have the stock shifter and have driven a car with the B&M Ripper, I actually prefer my stock over it, because it was just that short. It require alot of effort to get it into gear, and I can imagine Hurst isn't as hard. I plan on getting the Hurst as soon as I have the money, having experienced the B&M. It's all up to you, if it's a daily driver then my vote goes to Hurst, but if it's a drag race only car, then B&M.
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Re: Hurst shifter (STL94LT1)
It's like this:
If you drag race, get the B&M.
If you autocross or drive street, get the Hurst.
Neither parts are "junk". They are both quality pieces with different approaches to their task.
If you drag race, get the B&M.
If you autocross or drive street, get the Hurst.
Neither parts are "junk". They are both quality pieces with different approaches to their task.
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Re: Hurst shifter (92corvette)
I have the B&M in my GS and I absolutely love it. My friend has the Hurst in his ZR-1 which I have driven as well and I have to say that both myself and my firend agree that the B&M has a shorter, firmer throw over the Hurst's short, less firm of a throw. The B&M took all but 5 mintues to get used to; it has a ratchet like feel and a slight click when shifting which sounds pretty cool when the radio is off :yesnod:
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Re: Hurst shifter (GS348)
I have the B&M in my GS and I absolutely love it. My friend has the Hurst in his ZR-1 which I have driven as well and I have to say that both myself and my firend agree that the B&M has a shorter, firmer throw over the Hurst's short, less firm of a throw. The B&M took all but 5 mintues to get used to; it has a ratchet like feel and a slight click when shifting which sounds pretty cool when the radio is off :yesnod:
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Re: Hurst shifter (BOB R.)
Here are a few questions you need to answer. First, can you raise your vette up so you can safely work under it? second, how's your tool situation? I suggest that you get a set of instructions and see what is involved and if you think you can handle it. Just call or E-mail Hurst or Mr. Gasket or the place you choose to buy it from and ask for the instructions. It also helps to have a Helms Service Manual for your year Vette. I had the opportunity to place the Hurst unit and the B&M side by side and I thought the Hurst was much better in design and quality, but both will do the job.
Just for some added notes, I found that it was much easier to work on the tranny by removing the exhaust system; I have big hands. While you have the exhaust system off, replace your fuel filter. I'm an old hot rodder and Hurst was always the standard.
[Modified by Strick, 8:57 AM 5/10/2004]
Just for some added notes, I found that it was much easier to work on the tranny by removing the exhaust system; I have big hands. While you have the exhaust system off, replace your fuel filter. I'm an old hot rodder and Hurst was always the standard.
[Modified by Strick, 8:57 AM 5/10/2004]
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Re: Hurst shifter (Strick)
I can't comment on the others because I have the Hurst, but I am very pleased with it. I would definately buy a Hurst agin. As for the instalation I had my local Chevy dealer do it because I don't have access to a lift and I was having it serviced anyway. He only charged me $100 dollars to do it, Two hours labor. I am very happy with dealer and shifter! :steering: :steering: :steering:
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From: SW Fla
I installed the Hurst on my car. I found it on ebay for $99 shipped to my door, so no question as to why I got the Hurst. After driving it for a couple weeks, I ended up cutting about 3/4 of an inch off the top of the shifter as I felt it wasnt short enough. Now I love the way it shifts and it is really short. Just another opinion and something else to think about. BTW, I had my mechanic install it as I dont have a lift, and it was a real PITA to get under the car with it on ramps.