It's notchier and you consider that a positive?

 

Yeah, the tranny has WEAK built-in stops. Bent shifter forks are a well-known Mustang problem (if thankfully not a frequent problem). If you can't afford the extra 20 bucks for the "overkill" Billet Plus then by all means get the cheaper version Let us know how much it costs you to replave that bent shifter fork down the road, I'm guessing a LOT more than 20 bucks

 

The original Hurst Comp Plus shifter had a steel rod and no **** instead of the chrome shaft/ white ball as is supplied on the newer ones. The steel rod version did use the stock shifter **** and looked just like stock once installed. I'm not sure if they sell that version anymore.

 

Sorry for the slight hijack, but, here's my question;

I understand the theory of the short throw shifters, such as the Hurst, etc. in that they basically change the geometry of the shift linkage under the car, thereby changing pivot points and shortening the throw. What I don't understand is, in looking at install instructions for shifters such as the MGW shifter (non 05 version that gets rave reviews), it appears that all the changes are done top side, in removing the shift boot, cover plate on top of tranny, pulling out the stock shift arm, with the pivot attached, and replacing with the new "short throw" arm and pivot, replace cover plate, and button it up.....

How does this version achieve the short throw in comparison to the Hurst, or other "below the car linkage" versions.....?? I cannot find an answer to this. Sorry if this is way obvious, but this old man just don't get it.....

I have been unpatiently awaiting the MGW version for the 05, but would really like to understand the difference between the two types before proceeding......

Thanks all,
Mike

 

tres wright,, it's not a "can't afford" situation.It's like this:if I'm racing the car at the track all the time I would most certainly buy the billet version,but,since I'm not thrashing this car regularly the Hurst fit my bill. I guess it's all about proper application. I've said all that to say this,it fit's my needs.If you feel you need the billet ,by all means get one . Legend GT

 

I have had my Hurst shifter now for about 2 days. I wish i would have bought it sooner, by far one of the best mods. A very easy install too. the old one can be pulled right past the drive shaft (with a little finesse) and the new one can get dropped down through the hole from inside the car. I have not missed a gear yet.

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