03-02-2015, 02:17 AM | #1 |
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Shifter questions
Hey guys you all have been a great help so far on my project. I built the trans crossmember have the engine and trans installed. Im now looking at shifters i would like to do a column shift my question is is it possible to safely change a three on the tree to automatic. If its not i was looking at some universal floor shifters and wanted some opinions im considering the mr gasket one like this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/361206120614...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT or one like this http://www.bmracing.com/products/807...&md=&smd=&eng= has anyone used these how do they look and feel. I dont want to drop a ton of money but the mr gasket one looks a lil janky and doesnt come with a neutral safety switch. any help you guys provide is much appreciated thanks in advance |
03-02-2015, 06:53 AM | #2 |
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Re: Shifter questions
You might want to try Lokar to get one specific for the transmission you are using. Probably costs more but might be worth it for better results.
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03-02-2015, 07:49 AM | #3 |
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Re: Shifter questions
I use a B&m mega shifter, had it for 16 years. I would go b&m or Lokar. Like stated above they're trans specific, different length cables.
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03-02-2015, 09:40 AM | #4 |
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Re: Shifter questions
I have the b&m lite truck mega shifter, its taller for a truck..
check out the b&m quicksilver too.. http://www.bmracing.com/products/806...&md=&smd=&eng= http://www.bmracing.com/products/806...&md=&smd=&eng=
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03-02-2015, 07:50 PM | #5 |
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Re: Shifter questions
I used my 3 on the tree column for my 4L60e without issue....
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03-02-2015, 11:56 PM | #6 |
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Re: Shifter questions
Did you just use a universal linkage and make it work for the three on the tree to the auto?
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03-03-2015, 03:40 AM | #7 |
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Very nice 66LSx
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03-17-2015, 04:21 AM | #8 |
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So after alot of thinking and pondering i was at the pick and pull and grabbed a jeep shifter and made this and was looking for some opinions on the look before I finish the install in the truck.
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03-17-2015, 08:13 PM | #9 |
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Re: Shifter questions
I like it!! I get tired of most people using Lokar shifters.. They are everywhere..
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61 Fl Apache thanks man and i love your build thread im looking into bagging my 60 soon as long as money and time permits.
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03-18-2015, 03:19 PM | #11 |
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Re: Shifter questions
I like it too. Throw a shift boot over it and everybody will ask what it is, where you got it, etc. Cool and unique!
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03-18-2015, 03:30 PM | #12 |
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Diggin' the bullet casing button. I like the shifter a lot.
On closer examination, that's an old grenade body as well. Now I like it even more! |
03-18-2015, 06:52 PM | #13 |
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Throw a Crown Royal bag at the base.
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