Shifters and Knobs
Always Shiftin'
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From: Central Florida
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This question comes up real often, so be prepared for some responses for you to do a search. But since the search function isn't working very well I will give you my opinion:
I installed the Hurst Billet Plus shifter in my '99 with the Hurst Classic black round ****. I chose the Hurst because I had done the same upgrade to my previous '96 Corvette. Very easy installation! MUCH improved shifting characteristics over the SLOPPY stock shifter!! And I like the classic feel of the round ****. You can't go wrong with the Hurst!!
Now with that said, I think that any name brand aftermarket shifter would be a vast improvement. Try to find someone in your area that has an aftermarket shifter and try it out. You can't go wrong with any one that you choose!!
I installed the Hurst Billet Plus shifter in my '99 with the Hurst Classic black round ****. I chose the Hurst because I had done the same upgrade to my previous '96 Corvette. Very easy installation! MUCH improved shifting characteristics over the SLOPPY stock shifter!! And I like the classic feel of the round ****. You can't go wrong with the Hurst!!
Now with that said, I think that any name brand aftermarket shifter would be a vast improvement. Try to find someone in your area that has an aftermarket shifter and try it out. You can't go wrong with any one that you choose!!
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From: San Diego CA
I chose the angled BPP shifter, as it is the most adjustable (for individual physiques) short-throw shifter on the planet. Since I wasn't thrilled with the aftermarket shift ***** and their prices, I decided to design and cast my own. You can see it at www.conceptualpolymer.com
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From: Lino Lakes, MN _________________________ I Figured out how to do this!
St. Jude Donor '04-'05-'06
Originally Posted by Morzoff
I installed the B&M and the stock ***.
The ripper is a lot tighter (Shorter throws)
The reason I still have the stock ***, I have not found new one to my liking
The ripper is a lot tighter (Shorter throws)
The reason I still have the stock ***, I have not found new one to my liking
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B&M Ripper and stock **** for me too. Planning on a VE interior with the matching leather ****. Besides, living in Arizona, I'm concerned with having a **** with metal on it. I can't imagine how I'd shift after the car has been sitting in the sun for a few hours.....with an oven mit?
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From: Freestate Corvette Club! Elkridge, MD
St. Jude Donor '17
I love my Hurst Shifter - it has great positive feel and adjustability! I also like my Black 8-ball like shifter with the 6 speed pattern on it - It reminds my of the white ball shifter I had on my '69
6th Gear
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From: Johns Creeek Ga
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From: Johnston, Iowa
Originally Posted by adg
Can anyone compare Hurst to Ripper?
These seem to be the most popular choices.
These seem to be the most popular choices.
Safety Car
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From: Keller, TX
St. Jude Donor '07
Originally Posted by xlr8shn
I've never used a hurst. Most F-body and Y-body ppl around here seem to use the ripper or they gut the orig shifter and put a short stick on it...
