Now it feels like an Ole School Muscle Car

[SquawkVFR]

Originally Posted by SlingShot

Doesn't that depend on where your hold the shifter at. If the pivot point is the same, the loner the arm the longer the throw will be. It will get to the point it's like a Rat Fink shifter, and your knuckles will hit the dash... IMO

You're correct, but not an opinion, physics.

[Spec]

A heavier knob was the ticket for me. This 'Black Pearl' is gorgeous, and heavy. Makes shifting like cutting butter with a hot knife...

I couldn't stand the stock 'HURST' knob. You could really feel the notchyness with that...

[SS PANTHER]

Originally Posted by DvKillar

I NEED that for my A6!! gorgeous!

Thanks. I couldn't stand the automatic bezel and shift knob from the factory.

[Norm Peterson]

Originally Posted by camguynj

After 4 yrs of the 5" flat stick that came with my Hurst Short Throw shifter, which I felt was too short, I finally replaced it with a 8" round stick which I believe Hurst only recently made available. Prior to the 8" stick being available the only other replacement stick was a 10" flat stick which I felt would be much too high. The 8"stick is perfect. I highly recommend it. The shifts are smoother (it noticeably reduced the notchiness) and more pronounced. Really gives it that ole muscle car shift feel. Reminds me exactly of what the shifter in my '66 GTO felt like (it's like riding a bike ...you never forget ) LOVE IT !!!

Nice. Reminds me of the shifter Chevy put in the '66 L79 Nova SS.

69 outside the car, 18 behind the wheel every time

I know the feeling. Don't ever lose it.


Norm

[Norm Peterson]

The longer lever also has slightly greater inertia for an effect similar to weighted shift knobs (helps keep the lever moving once you've got it moving).


Norm

[camguynj]

Originally Posted by SlingShot
Doesn't that depend on where your hold the shifter at. If the pivot point is the same, the longer the arm the longer the throw will be. It will get to the point it's like a Rat Fink shifter, and your knuckles will hit the dash... IMO


Originally Posted by SquawkVFR
You're correct, but not an opinion, physics.

Interesting article that simply explains the effect of lever length below and above the shifter pivot point (see post2) http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsc...hn-walker.html

So yes adding length to the lever above the pivot point will increase throw length but it will also decrease the throw effort. Saw another article that also said adding lever length above the pivot point will reduce shift mechanics sensation thru the lever ...this must explain why my new shifter feels less notchy.

All I can say is that the throw with my new stick feels less notchy and doesn't feel longer ...plus I love the look

[camguynj]

Originally Posted by CamaroFred

Hurst has an option for seniors that puts a vibration through the shifter to induce a yoga like trance. It makes them feel younger, stronger, faster.

It can be enhanced with a T-handle for stubborn old cusses.

If prescribed by a doctor Medicare will pay the cost.

Caution is urged to not over use the feature or they will find themselves flat on their face when leaping out of the vehicle.

Long term effects include a desire for longer forks and knives and bigger hot dogs.

Do not use if you are allergic to euphoria.

This is why I got a longer one

[Orange skid mark]

Yes, a longer one is always a pantie dropper. As long as you don't get arrested for trying to show it off it always pays to have a longer one.

[SlingShot]

Originally Posted by camguynj

Originally Posted by SlingShot
Doesn't that depend on where your hold the shifter at. If the pivot point is the same, the longer the arm the longer the throw will be. It will get to the point it's like a Rat Fink shifter, and your knuckles will hit the dash... IMO


Originally Posted by SquawkVFR
You're correct, but not an opinion, physics.

So yes adding length to the lever above the pivot point will increase throw length but it will also decrease the throw effort. Saw another article that also said adding lever length above the pivot point will reduce shift mechanics sensation thru the lever ...this must explain why my new shifter feels less notchy.

Correct AKA Leverage has been used for centuries... From the old saying, "Give me enough leverage, and I can move the world" ...

[Skipp65]

Forgive my ignorance, but what is the ram pedal adjuster? I hate how far my clutch pedal comes out till it engages.

[camguynj]

Originally Posted by Skipp65

Forgive my ignorance, but what is the ram pedal adjuster? I hate how far my clutch pedal comes out till it engages.

Same here. That's why I got the RAM pedal adjuster ... got tired of hitting my ear with my knee before the clutch released. See this post for what you want. Best thing since sliced bread

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=411141

[nUcLeArEnVoY]

What's the part number on this shifter stick or how do i get it? I've gone through a couple on mine but they're all flat sticks. The classic look to this one you got really appeals to me.

Also, will it fit on a 2010-2011 style shifter?

[camguynj]

Originally Posted by nUcLeArEnVoY

What's the part number on this shifter stick or how do i get it? I've gone through a couple on mine but they're all flat sticks. The classic look to this one you got really appeals to me.

Also, will it fit on a 2010-2011 style shifter?

Got it on Amazon, I think Jegs & Summit have it too. $70
Hurst 5389015 Competition Plus Round Replacement Shifter Stick

It will fit only & any Hurst 2 bolt lower shaft.

[Norm Peterson]

I'm sure it could be adapted onto just about any shifter mechanism, with the shift boot hiding whatever cutting/welding/etc. it took.


Norm