How difficult to switch shifter assemblies?
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How difficult to switch shifter assemblies?
I just got all my parts in from Fred Beans and Vette Essentials to make the conversion to a C6 shifter assemby. I am a little mechanically inclined, can i handle this myself? I mechaic buddy says he can do it next week, but who wants to wait that long! Some input from those who have done it would be greatly appreciated.
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It is pretty simple.
I am going to track down Patches install guide for you and I'll post it here. Makes the job easy and fun....
Here is another one, not Patches ==> Hurst Installation
Here is Patches Install
I am going to track down Patches install guide for you and I'll post it here. Makes the job easy and fun....
Here is another one, not Patches ==> Hurst Installation
Here is Patches Install
Last edited by Glennm27; Jun 28, 2006 at 09:26 AM.
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Here is Patches install of the C6 shifter. I used it and had no problems.http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...1&page=1&pp=20
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Originally Posted by Roadking
It is a simple swap out. Should be no brainer if you are slightly mechanical. 
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Hey guys! Are you forgetting the demon key? It's a lot tougher than described, although there are various methods of removing without destroying the ****. There are also some differences here from the Hurst install: you are changing out the entire assy, not just the top portion. This requires marking the existing flange so the new assy goes in the same spot; it is done in neutral vs 4th per the Hurst install, and you have to disconnect/reconnect to the shift rod. Be careful not to drop the bolt. Also you must release the centering pin to unlock the shifter after it is installed. Not hard, just different. I've done this twice (with son), C5 to C6 and C6 to C6Z06. PM if you have questions. 
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Originally Posted by bryanZ06
Here is Patches install of the C6 shifter. I used it and had no problems.http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...1&page=1&pp=20
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Originally Posted by dunbindun(tov)
Hey guys! Are you forgetting the demon key? It's a lot tougher than described, although there are various methods of removing without destroying the ****. There are also some differences here from the Hurst install: you are changing out the entire assy, not just the top portion. This requires marking the existing flange so the new assy goes in the same spot; it is done in neutral vs 4th per the Hurst install, and you have to disconnect/reconnect to the shift rod. Be careful not to drop the bolt. Also you must release the centering pin to unlock the shifter after it is installed. Not hard, just different. I've done this twice (with son), C5 to C6 and C6 to C6Z06. PM if you have questions.
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Key removal:
http://www.conceptualpolymer.com/corvette_install.htm
Shifter install:
http://www.conceptualpolymer.com/corvette_c5_corner.htm
http://www.conceptualpolymer.com/corvette_install.htm
Shifter install:
http://www.conceptualpolymer.com/corvette_c5_corner.htm
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Originally Posted by bilx013
As ALWAYS, everyone has been a great help! I am going to tackle this project tomarrow and I will let you know how it goes. Thanks again!
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Originally Posted by dunbindun(tov)
Hey guys! Are you forgetting the demon key? It's a lot tougher than described, although there are various methods of removing without destroying the ****. There are also some differences here from the Hurst install: you are changing out the entire assy, not just the top portion. This requires marking the existing flange so the new assy goes in the same spot; it is done in neutral vs 4th per the Hurst install, and you have to disconnect/reconnect to the shift rod. Be careful not to drop the bolt. Also you must release the centering pin to unlock the shifter after it is installed. Not hard, just different. I've done this twice (with son), C5 to C6 and C6 to C6Z06. PM if you have questions.
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