Hurst Shifter Set Screws
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Racer
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From: Waveland MS
Hurst Shifter Set Screws
I just installed my new Hurst shifter, and I absolutely love it. However, as I think back, I am wondering if I installed it right. When I set the forward and backwards set screws (with locking nuts), they really don't seem to do anything. I followed the directions, and because the shifter was up in third gear all the way, it was pretty much making contact with the housing. So, when I backed the screw out 1/4 turn, it really doesn't do anything at all. Was I supposed to pull back on the stick any before I set the screws in place.
Basically, what I have now is a shifter that stops on the housing itself (both forward and backwards), rather than the set screws. Is this a big deal? I wonder if anyone else noticed this, and I'd like to know if others have it set this way. Thanks.
Basically, what I have now is a shifter that stops on the housing itself (both forward and backwards), rather than the set screws. Is this a big deal? I wonder if anyone else noticed this, and I'd like to know if others have it set this way. Thanks.
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Racer
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From: Waveland MS
I actually found some posts that say a lot of members don't use them at all, and in fact, remove them. So, please just let me know if anyone out there actually believes the front and back set screws actually serve a purpose on these shifters.
Le Mans Master
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From: Kyle TX (Because Mojo Made me fill it in)
The way I set mine up is like this:
I shift fully into gear (3 and 4) and then turn the set screw until I barely notice the stick move, then I lock it down. This way I know the stick isnt being stopped by the housing and also know it is fully in gear.
Not sure if it helps anything, but logic would suggest it's not hurting anything either.
I shift fully into gear (3 and 4) and then turn the set screw until I barely notice the stick move, then I lock it down. This way I know the stick isnt being stopped by the housing and also know it is fully in gear.
Not sure if it helps anything, but logic would suggest it's not hurting anything either.
Le Mans Master
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From: Central Coast CA
Originally Posted by newgene
So, when I backed the screw out 1/4 turn, it really doesn't do anything at all.
I never had my stop screws installed until I found out what can happen, then I installed them. This just makes for another bit of insurance to protect the transmission. But if you don't shift hard often, then I wouldn't worry about the stops. Hurst has them because it is a performance shifter and they assume you purchased this shifter for aggressive shifts, like in racing. Another reason why it's not a quiet shifter. Noise dampening wasn't the priority.
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Racer
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From: Waveland MS
Basically, I tried to set the screws, but it seems that the shifter was all the way against the housing in both third and fourth. So, the set screw had no effect. I may just be remembering incorrectly. Just for piece of mind, I'll probably tear into again soon. I haven't driven it since this weekend (heavy rain since then), so I'm in no rush. I just don't want to do any damage with the harder shifter. I love the solid throws, but of course I may be being paranoid about the set screws.
I have never brought the car to the track, but I do drive the heck out of it. I was just curious if anyone would suggest I go back in to set the screws correctly.
I have never brought the car to the track, but I do drive the heck out of it. I was just curious if anyone would suggest I go back in to set the screws correctly.
Le Mans Master
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From: Central Coast CA
Originally Posted by newgene
Basically, I tried to set the screws, but it seems that the shifter was all the way against the housing in both third and fourth. So, the set screw had no effect. I may just be remembering incorrectly.
