Hurst Shifter Install Help

[Mustang46]

Hello,

I just picked up a Hurst Shifter for use with the stock knob. I'm seeing a lot of conflicting information about the install between web writeups and the 2 versions of the installation instructions.

The instructions that came with the unit are dated 5/05 and specify that the long side of the shifter arm should go toward the passenger(right) side. If it is installed that way, the serrated grooves on the shaft on the shifter appear to be correct with the post being installed on the right side.

I've seen writeups on the stangnet site and the 12/05 version of the instructions showing the long side is pointing to the driver(left) side. If installed this way the serrated grooves appear to be on the driver(left) side which doesn't look correct.

Also, the car is a 2007 and the stock front assembly arm only contained one large metal bushing that goes all the way through from on the passeger side instead of the 2 smaller one's that went in from both ends that's shown in the instructions and web writeups.

Any advice, anyone.

Thanks,

Paul
Vista Blue GT/CS Vert.

 

[LV51FER]

Well this is my write-up and I don't recall it being that difficult to be honest, it's fairly intuitive:
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2177534/6

 

[Mustang46]

Thanks for the link...

The writeup that you put together, which is very helpful, made a point that the offset side of the linkage points to the passenger(right) side. But, the writeup article here on stangnet...

http://www.stangnet.com/Tech-Articles/S197-HURST-Short-Throw-Shifter-Install-061016.html

makes a point that the longside should point to the driver(left) side. I suppose I should just do it according to the instructions that came with the product and I should be fine.

Paul

 

[DennisT]

What is the average install time for the Hurst? I'm looking to order one also and may have the shop do it while their taking care of my gears, as long as they don't try to rape me on the install price!

 

[LV51FER]

An hour tops. If you knew exactly how to do it, probably half an hour. It's really not hard.

 

[bigcat]

Thanks for the link...

The writeup that you put together, which is very helpful, made a point that the offset side of the linkage points to the passenger(right) side. But, the writeup article here on stangnet...

http://www.stangnet.com/Tech-Articles/S197-HURST-Short-Throw-Shifter-Install-061016.html

makes a point that the longside should point to the driver(left) side. I suppose I should just do it according to the instructions that came with the product and I should be fine.

Paul

that is my write up. there have been many confusing posts in this specific part of the install. call hurst and ask them specifically. from what i remember from when i put mine in, the general concensus was that my way was correct, and i had the revised instructions. i could be wrong, as that was months ago and that is why i suggest calling the hurst tech line for help. report back to us what they say. i have had zero problems with the way i installed my shifter, but i know others have had trouble and have swapped back and forth a few times.

 

[Mustang46]

I called the tech-line and Drew from B&M/Hurt said that he was showing the Offset pointing to the Passenger(Right) side. I find this odd since the newer instructions say drivers side. I will try it both ways and report back.

Paul