Hurst Short Throw Installed - Me Like
10-22-2009, 01:25 AM
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Hurst Short Throw Installed - Me Like
I bought a used Competiion Hurst Shifter from ZeroInGold. Got it Monday and have been looking for a new set of Poly bushings...and no luck. Go figure. I live on an Island. Guess I need to order some for the next time I go under the car. 
So said screw it this afternoon, and started the install.
3 Hours later, it is in and I love it. But it wasn't that easy of an install...as anyone with a later 2008 or a 2009 model can attest to.
Pro:
1. Throw reduction
Con:
1. ZeroInGold said it had the dreaded rattle.
So I am a happy camper. The Hurst is an entry level short throw shifter...and you get an excellent product for the price. And I can't complain as I got a super screamin deal for mine used.
So said screw it this afternoon, and started the install.
3 Hours later, it is in and I love it. But it wasn't that easy of an install...as anyone with a later 2008 or a 2009 model can attest to.
The drive tunnel has a heat/noise matte installed that interferes with the bolt lining up and caused me easily 1 hour of my life to be wasted.
This truly is a super easy install. Except for that damn front bolt.
This truly is a super easy install. Except for that damn front bolt.
Pro:
1. Throw reduction
They are not kidding. At least 40% is advertised. I am no longer rowing a boat.
2. Shifter PlacementI'm 6'3" @ 280lbs.
With the stock shifter my arm was sitting a bit more forward than comfortable. Now it's about 1" farther back, and my arm is in a more natural position while resting.
The shifter also sits higher. Again, more ergonomically correct for me
3. Gear EngagementWith the stock shifter my arm was sitting a bit more forward than comfortable. Now it's about 1" farther back, and my arm is in a more natural position while resting.
The shifter also sits higher. Again, more ergonomically correct for me
There is absolutely no confusion about being in gear. There is an audible and physical "click" when you shift into/out of gear.
I like it. With my OEM shifter I had ground 3rd gear a few times thinking I was in gear, but was only part-way there. Not an issue anymore
4. LooksI like it. With my OEM shifter I had ground 3rd gear a few times thinking I was in gear, but was only part-way there. Not an issue anymore
Only a motorhead would really notice anything is different. I left the leather boot alone, and the Hurst ball is the only indication anything is "weird". The White is a nice contrast with my black leather & black dash
Con:
1. ZeroInGold said it had the dreaded rattle.
Didn't experience it tonight during my testdrive luckily. But I drive with my hand on the shifter...so I doubt I'll ever see it actually
If it appears, I already have that Gun oil in my Gun Cabinet
2. Handle/Ball placementIf it appears, I already have that Gun oil in my Gun Cabinet
the shifter now sits at least 1" farther back, and 1.5" taller than the stock shifter.
I typically change the radio channel with hand on the shifter and mid finger...but now cannot. I know, it's stupid...but I'm a creature of habit. have to retrain myself.
I typically change the radio channel with hand on the shifter and mid finger...but now cannot. I know, it's stupid...but I'm a creature of habit. have to retrain myself.
So I am a happy camper. The Hurst is an entry level short throw shifter...and you get an excellent product for the price. And I can't complain as I got a super screamin deal for mine used.
10-22-2009, 01:27 AM
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btw, that 3 hour install was only really about 2 hours
I have the Track Pack...so no jack. And the car is too low for my Bottle Jack to fit.
Luckily I remembered my Expedition has a Scissor Jack. That whole process took roughly 1 hour just to get some jackstands under there...bleh
I have the Track Pack...so no jack. And the car is too low for my Bottle Jack to fit.
Luckily I remembered my Expedition has a Scissor Jack. That whole process took roughly 1 hour just to get some jackstands under there...bleh
10-22-2009, 01:35 AM
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I think everybody should get Hurst short throw shifter or at least somewhat short throw shifter because you know what gear you're in after you shift and it's a lot more fun to drive with it!
Glad to hear it worked out well for you man.
Ps. Even though I don't race, but I can tell it definitely helps you out.
Glad to hear it worked out well for you man.
Ps. Even though I don't race, but I can tell it definitely helps you out.
10-22-2009, 01:42 AM
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for the money...$180 shipped is an awesome deal for what you get. Sure it ain't as fancy as the Tri-Ax, MGW or some others...but the results are amazing.
I might later upgrade to the Pro 5 for the 3rd gear assist. But for now, I can't argue with $80
I might later upgrade to the Pro 5 for the 3rd gear assist. But for now, I can't argue with $80
10-22-2009, 08:06 AM
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Guess I'll find out how hard that bolt is because I just orderd the billet comp, should be here today.
How much room do you figure I'll need under the car? I made some ramps that will get it about 3-4" higher. And what do you mean "Track Pack...so no jack.
How much room do you figure I'll need under the car? I made some ramps that will get it about 3-4" higher. And what do you mean "Track Pack...so no jack.
10-22-2009, 09:11 AM
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I think he means the Bullitt sits a little lower than a standard Gt. I don't think its sits much lower, just a little bit.
10-22-2009, 09:24 AM
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