Short Shifters ?? - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

RiceEatingZR1 · 08-06-2005

I am considering getting a short shifter for my Z. However Im not sure what one is better between the Hurst or B&M. any recommendation? Also how difficult are they to install

Gunny · 08-06-2005

I've got the Hurst and it was a very good mod for me. The B&M is supposed to have a shorter throw but also requires more effort and precision on the driver's part .... I'm sure that could be an advantage for some at the track. But the Hurst is smooth & quick. You do lose the reverse lockout, but I consider that a plus.
Installation is fairly straightforward and while it would be much easier with the tranny out, it can be achieved without dropping the tranny. Two people and a lift definitely make the job much easier. Good luck.

bigd · 08-07-2005

Hurst shifter here. Very happy with the feel. Aaron Scott did the install. Losing the reverse lock-out has not been a problem. I also installed a "pistol grip" style knob from MGW. Very good quality.

RiceEatingZR1 · 08-08-2005

I was worried about Losing the reverse lock-out only because I have a bad habit of grabbing the shifter from the side and pulling and I am worried about pulling it to far over and going into Reverse. but it sounds like no one has that problem.

91King · 08-08-2005

Hurst shifter here as well. Huge improvement over stock. Losing reverse lockout is a blessing as far as I am concerned.

Jim Jones · 08-09-2005

What are the advantages of having a short shifter unless you are at the track? Or is it just personal preference?

ZR1 MK · 08-09-2005

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Originally Posted by Jim Jones

What are the advantages of having a short shifter unless you are at the track? Or is it just personal preference?

Much more precise and controllable.
I have the B&M, but it was awful until I raised the shifter height 3/4 inches and now is great. The Hurst has gotten much better reviews over the years. I figure there isnt anyone else who moded the height of the B&M as I have and this will account for the reviews.

RiceEatingZR1 · 08-09-2005

Thanks For all the info guys sounds like the Hurst is the way to go.

Nick · 08-18-2005

I am running the Hurst shifter. Its an excellent low budget mod. The installation can be a bit tricky. It would be nice to have had a helper, but I managed it all by myself and it took me about 8 hour total.

bobbyhi · 08-18-2005

I also have the Hurst. Really like it alot better than the original. Don't miss the reverse lock out at all. I do not take the Z to the track so this must be a personal thing.........

08-06-2005	#1
RiceEatingZR1 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Aurora, IL Posts: 309	Short Shifters ?? I am considering getting a short shifter for my Z. However Im not sure what one is better between the Hurst or B&M. any recommendation? Also how difficult are they to install __________________ -Shaun 1991 Charcoal Metallic ZR1 #730 [URL="http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2649606"]http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2649606[/URL] [URL="http://community.webshots.com/user/shaun91zr1"][/URL] [IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v211/RiceEatingZR1/Forum%20Sig/Sig1.gif[/IMG]

08-07-2005	#3
bigd Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 17	Hurst shifter here. Very happy with the feel. Aaron Scott did the install. Losing the reverse lock-out has not been a problem. I also installed a "pistol grip" style knob from MGW. Very good quality. __________________ Don 1990 Dark Red Metallic #1587

08-08-2005	#4
RiceEatingZR1 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Aurora, IL Posts: 309	I was worried about Losing the reverse lock-out only because I have a bad habit of grabbing the shifter from the side and pulling and I am worried about pulling it to far over and going into Reverse. but it sounds like no one has that problem. __________________ -Shaun 1991 Charcoal Metallic ZR1 #730 [URL="http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2649606"]http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2649606[/URL] [URL="http://community.webshots.com/user/shaun91zr1"][/URL] [IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v211/RiceEatingZR1/Forum%20Sig/Sig1.gif[/IMG]

08-08-2005	#5
91King Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Colleywood, Texas Posts: 40	Hurst shifter here as well. Huge improvement over stock. Losing reverse lockout is a blessing as far as I am concerned. __________________ Craig 91 red/red #1813 EES 402

08-09-2005	#6
Jim Jones Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: I'm in a constant state of euphoria in the Z! Posts: 237	What are the advantages of having a short shifter unless you are at the track? Or is it just personal preference? __________________ Life's too short to be unhappy! [IMG]http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y128/koolaid117/Montage.gif[/IMG]

08-06-2005	#2
Gunny Join Date: May 2005 Location: Georgia Mountains Posts: 926	I've got the Hurst and it was a very good mod for me. The B&M is supposed to have a shorter throw but also requires more effort and precision on the driver's part .... I'm sure that could be an advantage for some at the track. But the Hurst is smooth & quick. You do lose the reverse lockout, but I consider that a plus. Installation is fairly straightforward and while it would be much easier with the tranny out, it can be achieved without dropping the tranny. Two people and a lift definitely make the job much easier. Good luck.

08-18-2005	#9
Nick Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 586	I am running the Hurst shifter. Its an excellent low budget mod. The installation can be a bit tricky. It would be nice to have had a helper, but I managed it all by myself and it took me about 8 hour total. __________________ Nick ZR-1 Net Registry Founding Member #32 - lapsed...

08-18-2005	#10
bobbyhi Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Mendota Heights, MN. 55120 Posts: 984	I also have the Hurst. Really like it alot better than the original. Don't miss the reverse lock out at all. I do not take the Z to the track so this must be a personal thing.........