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**1970 CST Short Wide** · 03-07-2013, 11:28 AM

If you’re running a LOKAR floor shifter I'd like to see a Pic of it in the truck. I'd also like to know which length you choose and why and of course how do you like it. Opinions on other floor shifters welcome too.

Thank in advance
Steve
1970 CST Short Wide

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-07-2013, 12:53 PM

I think this is a Lokar. Not sure why my customer picked it. I like to see what gear I am in. WES

68Stepbed · 03-07-2013, 02:45 PM

Here's the 23" shifter I used to have in mine.

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 03-08-2013, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 68Stepbed

Here's the 23" shifter I used to have in mine.

You say Used to, did you remove it ? How well did it shift being 23"
I think I need to find someone with one installed that I can drive. I really like these but dont really want to cut the floor.

Tshort1 · 03-08-2013, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

I think this is a Lokar. Not sure why my customer picked it. I like to see what gear I am in. WES

That sure looks just like te B&M shifter i have in my truck. I love it.

Rctreadaway · 03-08-2013, 04:27 PM

the lokar is round and has a push button detent built in so you don't knock it in/out of gear by accident. I should have a 16" transmission mounted version sitting at the back door when I get home! one point that*i came across was that the floor mounted models can knock themselves out of gear when you hit harsh bumps and such.
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**1970 CST Short Wide** · 03-08-2013, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Rctreadaway

the lokar is round and has a push button detent built in so you don't knock it in/out of gear by accident. I should have a 16" transmission mounted version sitting at the back door when I get home! one point that*i came across was that the floor mounted models can knock themselves out of gear when you hit harsh bumps and such.
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I'd like to know how the install goes and what you think about it after you get it in and use it some. Plus any pics if you take any

Thanks
Steve

72bowtiestepper · 03-08-2013, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Rctreadaway

the lokar is round and has a push button detent built in so you don't knock it in/out of gear by accident. I should have a 16" transmission mounted version sitting at the back door when I get home! one point that*i came across was that the floor mounted models can knock themselves out of gear when you hit harsh bumps and such.
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I am also interested in seeing this shifter & hearing your feedback...I want to install one in my 72 C-10 & want to use the Lokar trans. mounted one on my T-350 trans.

Square_78 · 03-08-2013, 07:55 PM

Ive been reading about these for the last couple days here.. I'm getting one for sure. From what everyone says, they are just awesome. I am going to get the 23" floor mount with the straight shaft. Very cool hotrod look.

**derotoreut** · 03-08-2013, 10:06 PM

I have the Lokar Nostalgia shifter. I'm really pleased with it. I'm sorry but this isn't the best picture. Can't recall if it's the 16" or 23" shifter. I'll try to check and get a better picture soon.

Hubscrub · 03-08-2013, 10:43 PM

i installed a 12''(i think) in my wife's truck in place of a junk shifter a po installed. I had to weld up the giant hole the other left. This is a floor mount and was a super easy install. I have drove with it and does wonderful the wife and i really love it, only thing better is a factory column shift.

Jimbabwe · 03-08-2013, 11:09 PM

Mine's the 23". I really like it. There's a board member whose name I forget running the taller one. Looks like it's to the top of the windshield. The 23" has a nice amount of Old truck meets "Rat Fink"-like height without being in the way.

Jimbabwe · 03-08-2013, 11:10 PM

My only thought was that it's just enough in the way to make it harder for a pretty lady to scooch over.

eazzrider · 03-09-2013, 01:44 AM

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Here's my long one!

67ChevyRedneck · 03-09-2013, 01:46 AM

Lokar 16" Floor Mount. Been in the truck since 2005 controlling my 700R. I toggle between 3 and OD a lot and I love it. I wouldn't even trade it for a completely rebuilt tilt column. It's just the right height to use as a hand rest too.

Killick · 03-09-2013, 02:05 AM

Lokar 'nostalgia' on top of a 700R4. I like it a lot. Was close to putting the 'extreme' on, but this has really grown on me...

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Killick · 03-09-2013, 02:13 AM

Classic Heartbeat - Lokar has shift indicators available. I have a boot mount on mine, but it's a bit of a pain to see. I have a dash mount on order, which should be a 10 minute hookup.

http://www.lokar.com/product-pgs/shi...tors-main.html
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68Stepbed · 03-11-2013, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by 1970 CST Short Wide

You say Used to, did you remove it ? How well did it shift being 23"
I think I need to find someone with one installed that I can drive. I really like these but dont really want to cut the floor.

Yes, I removed it to install a column shifter for a cleaner look. For the most part, I really kinda miss it, though. It had a nice detent that really helped in selecting gears during "hard driving".

I got the 23" because I was unsure of the actual height when I ordered it. I think the 16" shifter is perfect for an all around nice look.

Rctreadaway · 03-13-2013, 09:30 AM

Well my shifter FINALLY arrived yesterday. I immediately drove to the shop and got it installed! In my rush of excitement to get the old pos Mr. gasket auto zone special out of there I forgot to take pictures but I'll snap some for you when I get back out there this weekend. I will say install was a breeze and it is made like it came factory. No loose parts or questioning on what gear you're in. It's well worth the money! And 16" is perfect for a stock truck feel. Not too tall and not too short.
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**1970 CST Short Wide** · 03-13-2013, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Rctreadaway

the lokar is round and has a push button detent built in so you don't knock it in/out of gear by accident. I should have a 16" transmission mounted version sitting at the back door when I get home! one point that*i came across was that the floor mounted models can knock themselves out of gear when you hit harsh bumps and such.
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I'm looking forward to seeing some pic's of your install. Now my biggest ? is Floor OR Trans Mount

Rctreadaway · 03-13-2013, 10:53 AM

the one I ripped out and threw in the trash was a floor mount. it flexed the sheet metal floor. I've also read about them getting knocked out of gear if you hit hard bumps since the motor/trans can move around while the shifter is stationary with the cab. The trans mounted one like I got is SOLID. the only flaw I can see is that you may get some movement as the motor twists slightly in the mounts but I think it'll be kinda cool. Personal preference really. the tunnel could be strengthened to take out the flex that I was getting butt you still have the other possibility and you're still going to have to cut a hole so why not mount it to the trans...
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67ChevyRedneck · 03-13-2013, 12:31 PM

I have over 30,000 miles w/ my floor mount. No floor flex and never been knocked out of gear.
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msgdsrf · 03-13-2013, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimbabwe

Mine's the 23". I really like it. There's a board member whose name I forget running the taller one. Looks like it's to the top of the windshield. The 23" has a nice amount of Old truck meets "Rat Fink"-like height without being in the way.

Question about your steering wheel. Looks like a Grant, what the horn? I like it.

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 03-14-2013, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Rctreadaway

the one I ripped out and threw in the trash was a floor mount. it flexed the sheet metal floor. I've also read about them getting knocked out of gear if you hit hard bumps since the motor/trans can move around while the shifter is stationary with the cab. The trans mounted one like I got is SOLID. the only flaw I can see is that you may get some movement as the motor twists slightly in the mounts but I think it'll be kinda cool. Personal preference really. the tunnel could be strengthened to take out the flex that I was getting butt you still have the other possibility and you're still going to have to cut a hole so why not mount it to the trans...
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I'm pretty hard on my BB and love to spin both tires with the Detroit Locker.
That being said how was the trans mount install as far as ease? any major problems? Going to place my order soon
Thanks for all the input

Rctreadaway · 03-14-2013, 10:46 AM

it was a breeze. took maybe an hour taking my time. just have the proper size Allen wrench, a 1/2" and a 9/16" wrench handy and you'll be golden.
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03-07-2013, 11:28 AM	#1
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,193	I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters If you’re running a LOKAR floor shifter I'd like to see a Pic of it in the truck. I'd also like to know which length you choose and why and of course how do you like it. Opinions on other floor shifters welcome too. Thank in advance Steve 1970 CST Short Wide __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

03-07-2013, 12:53 PM	#2
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03-07-2013, 02:45 PM	#3
68Stepbed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 10-Uh-See Posts: 5,609	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters Here's the 23" shifter I used to have in mine. __________________ Matt 68 C10 stepside, LS1/700R4, TCI Engineering suspension system

03-08-2013, 04:27 PM	#6
Rctreadaway Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Monroe, NC Posts: 39	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters the lokar is round and has a push button detent built in so you don't knock it in/out of gear by accident. I should have a 16" transmission mounted version sitting at the back door when I get home! one point thati came across was that the floor mounted models can knock themselves out of gear when you hit harsh bumps and such. Posted via Mobile Device*

03-08-2013, 07:55 PM	#9
Square_78 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada Posts: 1,237	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters Ive been reading about these for the last couple days here.. I'm getting one for sure. From what everyone says, they are just awesome. I am going to get the 23" floor mount with the straight shaft. Very cool hotrod look. __________________ #teamlongbed "I refuse to go disc brakes. I actually love drum brakes. It makes for an adventure." - 50bomb 1978 Chevy shop truck - static 6/8" 1970 GMC 1500 - Accuair eLevel Resto-mod http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=537497

03-08-2013, 10:06 PM	#10
derotoreut Roto Reuter thats the name... Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Darien, NY Posts: 1,853	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters I have the Lokar Nostalgia shifter. I'm really pleased with it. I'm sorry but this isn't the best picture. Can't recall if it's the 16" or 23" shifter. I'll try to check and get a better picture soon. Attached Images __________________ ~ Dan My 70 K10 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=782232 My 71 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651394 1970 SWB Fleet K10 4X4, 5.3L LM7, 4L60E, Dakota Digital RTX, Vintage Air, Ididit tilt 1971 SWB Fleet C10 - Original SWB Arizona truck, new custom restoration project "Kick out your motor and drive while you're still alive - kick it out!" - Heart 1977

03-08-2013, 10:43 PM	#11
Hubscrub Cruzin Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: on the road Posts: 2,835	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters i installed a 12''(i think) in my wife's truck in place of a junk shifter a po installed. I had to weld up the giant hole the other left. This is a floor mount and was a super easy install. I have drove with it and does wonderful the wife and i really love it, only thing better is a factory column shift. Attached Images __________________ Lime Wife's 67https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...wZEMODaS2d94u8 Back to the Fifties 59 https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...NAeStpydfrcj_U Proverbs 3:5,6 "Thanks to the Interstate Highway System, it is now possible to travel across the country from coast to coast without seeing anything."Charles Kuralt In memory of our first baby daughter, daddy and mommy love you. Danica Grace 6/26/14 Last edited by Hubscrub; 03-09-2013 at 09:11 AM.

03-08-2013, 11:09 PM	#12
Jimbabwe Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: New York City Posts: 648	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters Mine's the 23". I really like it. There's a board member whose name I forget running the taller one. Looks like it's to the top of the windshield. The 23" has a nice amount of Old truck meets "Rat Fink"-like height without being in the way. Attached Images

03-08-2013, 11:10 PM	#13
Jimbabwe Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: New York City Posts: 648	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters My only thought was that it's just enough in the way to make it harder for a pretty lady to scooch over.

03-09-2013, 01:44 AM	#14
eazzrider Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: OK Posts: 9	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters Here's my long one!

03-09-2013, 01:46 AM	#15
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters Lokar 16" Floor Mount. Been in the truck since 2005 controlling my 700R. I toggle between 3 and OD a lot and I love it. I wouldn't even trade it for a completely rebuilt tilt column. It's just the right height to use as a hand rest too. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

03-09-2013, 02:05 AM	#16
Killick Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Calgary ab Posts: 58	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters Lokar 'nostalgia' on top of a 700R4. I like it a lot. Was close to putting the 'extreme' on, but this has really grown on me... Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

03-09-2013, 02:13 AM	#17
Killick Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Calgary ab Posts: 58	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters Classic Heartbeat - Lokar has shift indicators available. I have a boot mount on mine, but it's a bit of a pain to see. I have a dash mount on order, which should be a 10 minute hookup. http://www.lokar.com/product-pgs/shi...tors-main.html Posted via Mobile Device Last edited by Killick; 03-09-2013 at 02:13 AM. Reason: Added a link

03-13-2013, 09:30 AM	#19
Rctreadaway Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Monroe, NC Posts: 39	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters Well my shifter FINALLY arrived yesterday. I immediately drove to the shop and got it installed! In my rush of excitement to get the old pos Mr. gasket auto zone special out of there I forgot to take pictures but I'll snap some for you when I get back out there this weekend. I will say install was a breeze and it is made like it came factory. No loose parts or questioning on what gear you're in. It's well worth the money! And 16" is perfect for a stock truck feel. Not too tall and not too short. Posted via Mobile Device

03-13-2013, 10:53 AM	#21
Rctreadaway Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Monroe, NC Posts: 39	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters the one I ripped out and threw in the trash was a floor mount. it flexed the sheet metal floor. I've also read about them getting knocked out of gear if you hit hard bumps since the motor/trans can move around while the shifter is stationary with the cab. The trans mounted one like I got is SOLID. the only flaw I can see is that you may get some movement as the motor twists slightly in the mounts but I think it'll be kinda cool. Personal preference really. the tunnel could be strengthened to take out the flex that I was getting butt you still have the other possibility and you're still going to have to cut a hole so why not mount it to the trans... Posted via Mobile Device



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03-13-2013, 12:31 PM	#22
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters I have over 30,000 miles w/ my floor mount. No floor flex and never been knocked out of gear. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

03-14-2013, 10:46 AM	#25
Rctreadaway Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Monroe, NC Posts: 39	Re: I'd like to see LOKAR floor shifters it was a breeze. took maybe an hour taking my time. just have the proper size Allen wrench, a 1/2" and a 9/16" wrench handy and you'll be golden. Posted via Mobile Device

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