t5 shifter handle

unrealmach1

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I am putting a T5 in my '69 an the trans has a Hurst shifter on it, but no handle. Can anyone recommend a good one? I kind of like the hurst handle CJ's sells for the t5 conversion, but I am hoping to find one cheaper. Anyone know what the specs on for a good fit for a handle? I was kind of looking at this one HURST #538-0179, but I am not sure it will end up in the right spot. Any info or opinion would be greatly appreciated.

 

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Hurst makes shifters for T5s. Summit sells them. They are call "shift sticks". You can also Google them. Lots of different bends and legnths.

 

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HURST #538-0179 is one of their shift sticks, but I am not sure of the length or bend that would work good in a classic Mustang. Hoping someone has used some of them and can put in their $.02 worth. I really don't want to do trial and error. The car is alomost done and I am running low on funds, so I think it will be a one shot deal.

Thanks

 

tx65coupe

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The shifters for the late model cars don't work will in the vintage Mustangs, because the shifter is not located in the same part of the car. Those later model shifter handles will cause you to bang your knuckles on the dash.

I got a shifter handle that looks like a factory 4 speed handle that is for T5 conversions.

 

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my late model pro 5.0 shifter handle works absolutely perfect without banging nuckles.

It is a bit of a reach...not an urgent issue, but I'll probably buy a handle that's set back more.

 

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tx65coupe said:

The shifters for the late model cars don't work will in the vintage Mustangs, because the shifter is not located in the same part of the car. Those later model shifter handles will cause you to bang your knuckles on the dash.

I got a shifter handle that looks like a factory 4 speed handle that is for T5 conversions.

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+1 on this. I am using one of these modified shifters and it works out really well. It's located in the perfect spot and it looks factory unless you get close enough to see the #5 on the ball.

 

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Rusty67

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Take a look at the Reenmachine shift handles for the T5 conversions. It is supposed to place the shifter in a more comfortable location for daily driving and it looks decent too. Definately unique compaired to all the other stuff out there.

 

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jcode68 said:

+1 on this. I am using one of these modified shifters and it works out really well. It's located in the perfect spot and it looks factory unless you get close enough to see the #5 on the ball.

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Thats the same thing I have. It looks awesome.

 

CraigMBA

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The correct Hurst Part Number you want for your '69 is 5384106. It is a little tall and a little too far back for my '65, but it's what Modern Driveline recomends for the '69-70 cars.

 

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Thanks. That is one I was looking at and it is on sale.

 

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Where is it on sale at? For how much?

 

unrealmach1

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Amazon.com

$52 + free shipping

 

Rusty67

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Reenmachine :: Shifter Handles/Knobs :: Reenmachine Billet Aluminum T-5/T-45/TKO Shifter Handle - The website for reenmachine Incorporated, builders of exotic custom vintage Ford Mustangs with a high-tech hot rod influence. Also: reenmachine, reen, m

 

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except his costs 100 bucks + shipping
+10 if you want black
+10 if you have a console

 

Rusty67

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Its a specialty part. Its made to put the shifter in a comfortable and easy to reach possition. Its also made of billit which means it will cost more.

I'm not saying its the best thing out there, I've never even used it. I just know that the people who have bought them, really liked them.

 

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it's pretty as hell, minus the logo. i would pay 100 bucks for it without the logo or if the logo was on the underside.. : ) but yea you're right it's made out of billet

 

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I am trying to attach a photo with the Hurst you mentioned at the beginning in my car.

 

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