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**1970 CST Short Wide** · 04-13-2012, 09:50 AM

My column shift lever is getting loose and I'd like to move the shifter to the floor. I see a lot of different shifters by Lokar, Hurst and so on, Lots to choose from. I like the Lokar but have never shifted one to see how they feel. I want a good positive shift. What are you using and why?
Thanks for your input

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 04-13-2012, 04:12 PM

42 lookers and NO replys? Come on Guys somebody has to have a shifter on the floor

**Glorybound13** · 04-13-2012, 04:23 PM

I'm considering the same thing. I've heard good things about Lokar as far as solid, accurate shifts and style. I think they're pretty easy to put in.

CC69Rat · 04-13-2012, 04:50 PM

Lokar. Spot on, without a doubt. I am realy impressed with mine.

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 04-13-2012, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Lokar. Spot on, without a doubt. I am realy impressed with mine.

I see Lokar has a trans mount and a floor mount. Which do you have

Hubscrub · 04-13-2012, 10:29 PM

i installed a lokar (floor mount) in my wife's 67 works great she loves it and so do i easy install. It had a cheap o shifter and a hacked up floor in it had to fix. i have a boot for it but where gonna change the carpet out so were driving like this for now.

67ChevyRedneck · 04-13-2012, 10:48 PM

Lokar. There's a reason they're expensive as hell. They're worth every penny. Mine's been shifting my 700R flawlessly since 2006. I "toggle" manually between 3rd and OD with it. Love it.

Here's some pics of mine installed. It's a 16" floor shift model. It connects using a steel rod.

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...ighlight=lokar

swammie911 · 04-13-2012, 10:57 PM

I agree with 67redneck.... I have the Lokar trans mount, works great, looks great! I also like to toggle....

I have the 12".... Sizing is good.

chopnchaneled · 04-15-2012, 04:58 PM

X's 3 on lokar, but i use the 12" version.

bobs409 · 04-15-2012, 05:54 PM

I had a spare B&M star shifter leftover from my 66 Chevelle when I converted it to a 4 speed so I put that in my 69 C10 stepside. I just built a metal "table" to bolt it down to and that raised it up high enough. Sorry no pics yet.

BatteryMedicJoe · 04-15-2012, 08:43 PM

I like my B&M Megashifter, I can use it if I'm running my TH400 3 speed or my overdrive 700R4. If I'm going to do some heavy duty racing I run the TH400 and I switch to the 700R4 if I'm going to do some long distance cruising.

**derotoreut** · 04-15-2012, 08:54 PM

Lokar. No question. I have TH350 with floor mount 16" Nostalgia model. Also have the vertical LED Boot Indicator, which I highly recommend. Nice to know what gear you're in.

Don't have any good pictures, but could get one in next day or so if needed. Got it through Zig's Street Rods. They were very helpful.

**jocko** · 04-15-2012, 09:23 PM

i realize you havce an auto - but I have a manual Lokar T5 manual shifter - just echoing the top quality, I really like it.

koda360 · 04-16-2012, 07:51 AM

Do the Lokar shifters have any kinda positive stops? I like to manually shift my autos.
I'd prefer a ratchet type, but without reaching part way to the floor, or having a huge plastic box under the shifter, I haven't figured a way to mount a Hurst V Matic 2 (or B&M equivalent) short of swapping out the factory lever for a taller one......

CC69Rat · 04-16-2012, 08:36 AM

Yep, mine does. Feels very solid.
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CC69Rat · 04-16-2012, 09:25 AM

Here's a picture of mine .. it might be a little longer than the ones above (?) Can't tell.

Ackattack · 04-16-2012, 10:51 AM

In my 72 GMC I had a B&M. Initially had it hooked up to the TH350 and then to the 700R4 when I switched. The shift cable did break at one point after a few years of use.

I later began to think that it was a little "sterotypical" so in my 68 I just used the column shifter (with a Lokar cable to clear the headers at the tranny)

My 69 has the stock 4 speed shifter

SunSoaked · 04-16-2012, 12:58 PM

I have had B&M and Hurst. Then I bought a Lokar floor mount. There's no comparason. I'll never use anything but Lokar from now on!

ffk · 04-16-2012, 05:08 PM

american shifter makes a very nice one.plus they have alot of different lenth shifter arms,knobs ect...www.americanshifter.com ..

67ChevyRedneck · 04-16-2012, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Here's a picture of mine .. it might be a little longer than the ones above (?) Can't tell.

Yours looks exactly like mine, appears to be a 16" floor mount.

gofast68c20 · 04-16-2012, 06:19 PM

I have a 23" floor mount lokar and I love it! I put another bend in it to get it away from the seat a little bit.
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hayhauler71 · 04-16-2012, 09:42 PM

B&M truck mega shifter

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 04-19-2012, 10:51 AM

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B&M truck mega shifter

How much of a reach is this. Can you set back and still shift or do you need to lean forward some?

hayhauler71 · 04-19-2012, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by 1970 CST Short Wide

How much of a reach is this. Can you set back and still shift or do you need to lean forward some?

I am only 5 6 and I hardly have to lean forward to pull out of park the other gears i do not

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 04-19-2012, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by hayhauler71

I am only 5 6 and I hardly have to lean forward to pull out of park the other gears i do not

Thanks, at 6'2" I shouldnt have any problem then LOL . I'm really having a hard time between the Lokar and the Mega. I'm more of a drag race guy than a street cruiser so while I really like the looks of the Lokar I feel the Mega would be more fitting. I'm going to really have to ponder this one.

Thanks for all the input

04-13-2012, 09:50 AM	#1
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,185	What floor shifters are you using and why My column shift lever is getting loose and I'd like to move the shifter to the floor. I see a lot of different shifters by Lokar, Hurst and so on, Lots to choose from. I like the Lokar but have never shifted one to see how they feel. I want a good positive shift. What are you using and why? Thanks for your input __________________ 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 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

04-13-2012, 04:12 PM	#2
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,185	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why 42 lookers and NO replys? Come on Guys somebody has to have a shifter on the floor __________________ 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 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

04-13-2012, 04:23 PM	#3
Glorybound13 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Dallas, NC Posts: 70	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why I'm considering the same thing. I've heard good things about Lokar as far as solid, accurate shifts and style. I think they're pretty easy to put in. __________________ 1969 CST-10 - "Glory Bound" - build in process (slow going) 1971 Cheyenne 10 2006 GMC Yukon XL Denali Isaiah 46:4 - I will be your God through all your lifetime, yes, even when your hair is white with age. I made you and I will care for you. I will carry you along and be your Savior.

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CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why Lokar. Spot on, without a doubt. I am realy impressed with mine. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

04-13-2012, 10:29 PM	#6
Hubscrub Cruzin Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: on the road Posts: 2,835	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why i installed a lokar (floor mount) in my wife's 67 works great she loves it and so do i easy install. It had a cheap o shifter and a hacked up floor in it had to fix. i have a boot for it but where gonna change the carpet out so were driving like this for now. 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

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67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why Lokar. There's a reason they're expensive as hell. They're worth every penny. Mine's been shifting my 700R flawlessly since 2006. I "toggle" manually between 3rd and OD with it. Love it. Here's some pics of mine installed. It's a 16" floor shift model. It connects using a steel rod. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...ighlight=lokar __________________ 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!

04-13-2012, 10:57 PM	#8
swammie911 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 17	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why I agree with 67redneck.... I have the Lokar trans mount, works great, looks great! I also like to toggle.... I have the 12".... Sizing is good. Last edited by swammie911; 04-13-2012 at 10:58 PM. Reason: Forgot info

04-15-2012, 04:58 PM	#9
chopnchaneled Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 1,050	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why X's 3 on lokar, but i use the 12" version. __________________ I don't think we get smarter as we get older. We just run out of Stupid things to do.

04-15-2012, 05:54 PM	#10
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why I had a spare B&M star shifter leftover from my 66 Chevelle when I converted it to a 4 speed so I put that in my 69 C10 stepside. I just built a metal "table" to bolt it down to and that raised it up high enough. Sorry no pics yet. __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

04-15-2012, 08:43 PM	#11
BatteryMedicJoe Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Green Bay, WI Posts: 21	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why I like my B&M Megashifter, I can use it if I'm running my TH400 3 speed or my overdrive 700R4. If I'm going to do some heavy duty racing I run the TH400 and I switch to the 700R4 if I'm going to do some long distance cruising. __________________ "We always have parts left over on a job this size" 1971 GMC 3/4 572 big block 1988 GMC 88,000 miles

04-15-2012, 08:54 PM	#12
derotoreut Roto Reuter thats the name... Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Darien, NY Posts: 1,853	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why Lokar. No question. I have TH350 with floor mount 16" Nostalgia model. Also have the vertical LED Boot Indicator, which I highly recommend. Nice to know what gear you're in. Don't have any good pictures, but could get one in next day or so if needed. Got it through Zig's Street Rods. They were very helpful. __________________ ~ 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

04-15-2012, 09:23 PM	#13
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why i realize you havce an auto - but I have a manual Lokar T5 manual shifter - just echoing the top quality, I really like it.

04-16-2012, 07:51 AM	#14
koda360 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: White Cottage, Oh. Posts: 99	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why Do the Lokar shifters have any kinda positive stops? I like to manually shift my autos. I'd prefer a ratchet type, but without reaching part way to the floor, or having a huge plastic box under the shifter, I haven't figured a way to mount a Hurst V Matic 2 (or B&M equivalent) short of swapping out the factory lever for a taller one...... __________________ 1960 C-10 2000 Dakota R/T 1966 Fury I 2dr post 1984 Big Bronco 2002 Durango SLT (Bride's Ride)

04-16-2012, 08:36 AM	#15
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why Yep, mine does. Feels very solid. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

04-16-2012, 09:25 AM	#16
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why Here's a picture of mine .. it might be a little longer than the ones above (?) Can't tell. Attached Images __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)



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04-16-2012, 10:51 AM	#17
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,524	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why In my 72 GMC I had a B&M. Initially had it hooked up to the TH350 and then to the 700R4 when I switched. The shift cable did break at one point after a few years of use. I later began to think that it was a little "sterotypical" so in my 68 I just used the column shifter (with a Lokar cable to clear the headers at the tranny) My 69 has the stock 4 speed shifter __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

04-16-2012, 12:58 PM	#18
SunSoaked Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Yuma Arizona Posts: 1,525	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why I have had B&M and Hurst. Then I bought a Lokar floor mount. There's no comparason. I'll never use anything but Lokar from now on!

04-16-2012, 05:08 PM	#19
ffk Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: lowell, in Posts: 271	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why american shifter makes a very nice one.plus they have alot of different lenth shifter arms,knobs ect...www.americanshifter.com .. __________________ my build thread -- (http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438604)

04-16-2012, 06:19 PM	#21
gofast68c20 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Farmington, New Mexico Posts: 248	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why I have a 23" floor mount lokar and I love it! I put another bend in it to get it away from the seat a little bit. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

04-16-2012, 09:42 PM	#22
hayhauler71 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: St. Paul MN. Posts: 1,996	Re: What floor shifters are you using and why B&M truck mega shifter Attached Images __________________ Fuzzy

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