Hurst Shifters: Do You Like the Nostalgic Look or Would You Like to See an Update?

HurstPerformance · 11-22-2017, 01:21 PM

Looking for some feedback from Camaro owners. What draws you to or away from our current shifter offerings? Is it the form, function or both? Are you only interested in shorter, more precise throws or is the classic look part of the appeal for you? Would you like to see an updated stick and knob design - something other than the current stick and white ball or Pistol-Grip? Is the option of reusing your factory shift knob important to you? Let us know.

Our current offerings for the 6th Gen Camaro:

Billet/Plus Shifter w. Classic Ball

Billet/Plus Black Pistol Grip Shifter

Dubchitts · 11-22-2017, 03:20 PM

Update please!!! Lol. I appreciate the heritage look, but I don't think it looks right in this car (or at least mine. Adrenaline red interior) A way to re-use the oem knob would be cool too! I like the feel of that knob

retmil · 11-24-2017, 02:21 PM

I agree with using the OEM shift knob.

1BlueSS · 11-24-2017, 02:39 PM

I’d buy one in a heartbeat if I could reuse the OEM shift boot and shift knob. Some vehicles I think the classic look would look great in. However I don’t like the look of it for this car, IMHO.

Dubchitts · 11-24-2017, 02:41 PM

I mean, if they made one that was a similar shape, size, and weight of the oem one, tastefully done so they could have their logo on it (tastefully) i'd be perfectly happy to buy that. And if the boot could come all the way up instead of having bare shift rod. But that's not too annoying to me.

I can understand not wanting to use the oem so they can have their logo on it, which is understandable. That kind of heritage I'm good with. I have no problem telling people I have a hurst and how much I love it. But I also love the look of the oe shift knob and how it looks modern and sporty. It matches the car.

vtirocz · 11-24-2017, 03:02 PM

Definitely allow use of the OEM shift knob.

T Rex · 11-24-2017, 03:45 PM

Yep, definitely agree about reusing OEM shift knob

DirectTo · 11-24-2017, 09:43 PM

OEM all the way. The ball is a very, very distant second and the grip isn’t even considered.

Cameron27 · 11-24-2017, 09:50 PM

If I were driving standard, I wouldn't even consider those two knobs. The look is no good, somewhere between sticking a bobble head on your dash, and equipping the headlights with eyelashes. I'd want to reuse the factory knob, or I'd want something that's classy looking (sporty, classy, whatever -- but not a gun handle or pool ball).

My87z28 · 11-25-2017, 01:00 PM

Personally I like the classic ball, but wouldn't want it in white. Being that the Camaro has dark interior, it's kind of out of place. Just offer it in black, that would be good for me.

Doug kj6aco · 11-25-2017, 11:51 PM

I would love to install the Hurst Shifter, but removing the exhaust and lowing the trans is a lot of work
I bought a cheap pistol grip measured the shaft and used the original set screw location.
Love the pistol grip your arm sets in the perfect position.

Shorty45 · 11-26-2017, 12:21 AM

I like the classic style ball. Never understood why they went away from screw on knobs...sometimes simple is better.

HurstPerformance · 11-29-2017, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Cameron27

I'd want to reuse the factory knob.

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Originally Posted by DirectTo

OEM all the way

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Originally Posted by T Rex

Yep, definitely agree about reusing OEM shift knob

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Originally Posted by vtirocz

Definitely allow use of the OEM shift knob.

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Originally Posted by Dubchitts

I mean, if they made one that was a similar shape, size, and weight of the oem one, tastefully done so they could have their logo on it (tastefully) i'd be perfectly happy to buy that. I also love the look of the oe shift knob and how it looks modern and sporty. It matches the car.

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Originally Posted by 1BlueSS

I’d buy one in a heartbeat if I could reuse the OEM shift boot and shift knob.

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Originally Posted by retmil

I agree with using the OEM shift knob.

Thank you for your input! We appreciate it greatly. Keep the feedback coming.

chrest · 11-29-2017, 03:44 PM

i personally like the classic ball. I just bought this shifter and am excited to install it.

11-22-2017, 01:21 PM	#1
HurstPerformance Drives: 2013 Camaro SS and 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 541	Hurst Shifters: Do You Like the Nostalgic Look or Would You Like to See an Update? Looking for some feedback from Camaro owners. What draws you to or away from our current shifter offerings? Is it the form, function or both? Are you only interested in shorter, more precise throws or is the classic look part of the appeal for you? Would you like to see an updated stick and knob design - something other than the current stick and white ball or Pistol-Grip? Is the option of reusing your factory shift knob important to you? Let us know. Our current offerings for the 6th Gen Camaro: Billet/Plus Shifter w. Classic Ball Billet/Plus Black Pistol Grip Shifter

11-22-2017, 03:20 PM	#2
Dubchitts Drives: '17 Red hot 2ss, 16 Focus RS Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 845 View My Garage	Update please!!! Lol. I appreciate the heritage look, but I don't think it looks right in this car (or at least mine. Adrenaline red interior) A way to re-use the oem knob would be cool too! I like the feel of that knob __________________ "Spitfire" 427ci 2017 Red Hot 2SS// 6 Piston Brembos//Adrenaline Red Interior, Knee Pads//M6//MRC Afe Air Filter//BMR MM010 Motor Mounts, Safety Loop//Custom OTR Intake//Flex Fuel Kit//Gforce 3.5" Aluminum Driveshaft//GM 95mm TB//Katech Oil Pump, Piston Squirters//Kooks 1-7/8 LT//LT4 Fueling//Mighty Mouse Wild//Monster Clutch LT1-S Triple Disc//MSD 2-Step//Pray Performance Custom Spec Cam, Ported Holley Hi-Ram//Sikky 12" Shifter w OEM Knob Mod//Tick Level 1 Tr6060//Labor by Me//Tune By Pray Performance

11-24-2017, 02:39 PM	#4
1BlueSS Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 219	I’d buy one in a heartbeat if I could reuse the OEM shift boot and shift knob. Some vehicles I think the classic look would look great in. However I don’t like the look of it for this car, IMHO. __________________ 2017 1SS Hyper Blue M6

11-24-2017, 02:41 PM	#5
Dubchitts Drives: '17 Red hot 2ss, 16 Focus RS Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 845 View My Garage	I mean, if they made one that was a similar shape, size, and weight of the oem one, tastefully done so they could have their logo on it (tastefully) i'd be perfectly happy to buy that. And if the boot could come all the way up instead of having bare shift rod. But that's not too annoying to me. I can understand not wanting to use the oem so they can have their logo on it, which is understandable. That kind of heritage I'm good with. I have no problem telling people I have a hurst and how much I love it. But I also love the look of the oe shift knob and how it looks modern and sporty. It matches the car. __________________ "Spitfire" 427ci 2017 Red Hot 2SS// 6 Piston Brembos//Adrenaline Red Interior, Knee Pads//M6//MRC Afe Air Filter//BMR MM010 Motor Mounts, Safety Loop//Custom OTR Intake//Flex Fuel Kit//Gforce 3.5" Aluminum Driveshaft//GM 95mm TB//Katech Oil Pump, Piston Squirters//Kooks 1-7/8 LT//LT4 Fueling//Mighty Mouse Wild//Monster Clutch LT1-S Triple Disc//MSD 2-Step//Pray Performance Custom Spec Cam, Ported Holley Hi-Ram//Sikky 12" Shifter w OEM Knob Mod//Tick Level 1 Tr6060//Labor by Me//Tune By Pray Performance Last edited by Dubchitts; 11-24-2017 at 09:56 PM.

11-24-2017, 03:02 PM	#6
vtirocz Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS M6 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Indy Posts: 2,460	Definitely allow use of the OEM shift knob. __________________ 2017 Camaro 1SS, M6, Hurst shifter, Hyper Blue, NPP, Gray Split Spoke Wheels Best 1/4 Mile: 12.24 @ 115.9 mph

11-24-2017, 02:21 PM	#3
retmil Drives: 2022 Wild Cherry SS Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Germantown, Md Posts: 316	I agree with using the OEM shift knob.

11-24-2017, 03:45 PM	#7
T Rex Drives: '17 Hyper Blue RS, NPP, 6MT Join Date: May 2017 Location: Toronto Posts: 98	Yep, definitely agree about reusing OEM shift knob

11-24-2017, 09:43 PM	#8
DirectTo Drives: Sold! Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Posts: 105	OEM all the way. The ball is a very, very distant second and the grip isn’t even considered.

11-24-2017, 09:50 PM	#9
Cameron27 Drives: 2015 2SS Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Texas Posts: 349	If I were driving standard, I wouldn't even consider those two knobs. The look is no good, somewhere between sticking a bobble head on your dash, and equipping the headlights with eyelashes. I'd want to reuse the factory knob, or I'd want something that's classy looking (sporty, classy, whatever -- but not a gun handle or pool ball).

11-25-2017, 01:00 PM	#10
My87z28 Drives: 1987 Z28, 385cid, '16 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Maryland Posts: 523	Personally I like the classic ball, but wouldn't want it in white. Being that the Camaro has dark interior, it's kind of out of place. Just offer it in black, that would be good for me. __________________ 02/23/16: 1100, 03/16/16: 2500 # TGHR6N 03/16/16: 2500, 03/18/16: 3000 TPW : 4/11/16 04/8/16: built & VIN 04/11/16 - 04/28/26 : 4B00 Bayed QC hold, 04/29/16 : 4200 Rail yard '16 1SS 6M, black with jet black interior, split spoke gray machined faced wheels, and black front/rear bowtie emblems.

11-25-2017, 11:51 PM	#11
Doug kj6aco Drives: 2017 1LT RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 82	I would love to install the Hurst Shifter, but removing the exhaust and lowing the trans is a lot of work I bought a cheap pistol grip measured the shaft and used the original set screw location. Love the pistol grip your arm sets in the perfect position. Attached Images

11-26-2017, 12:21 AM	#12
Shorty45 Drives: 2017 Summit White ZL1, M6 Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Panama City, Fl Posts: 148 View My Garage	I like the classic style ball. Never understood why they went away from screw on knobs...sometimes simple is better. __________________ 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Longhorn Laramie 1966 Chevelle SS 396

11-29-2017, 03:44 PM	#14
chrest Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Portland/Vancouver Posts: 410	i personally like the classic ball. I just bought this shifter and am excited to install it. __________________ 2017 NGM 2SS NPP M6 MRC Vortech SC, 2" TSP LT No Cats, Borla X, Eibach, Hurst shifter 603hp/547tq

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