Another question about a Hurst shifter install. - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Z51JEFF · 07-20-2015

How much more difficult is the shifter installation with the exhaust left in place? I'm going to dig into this providing I don't have to drop the exhaust. I'm working in a 1 car garage so I want this to be as painless as possible.

RussMcB · 07-20-2015

I think I read that all work is done from inside the car (not from underneath), so, no, the exhaust can stay in place.

I'm sure someone will chime in with a definite answer soon.

Z51JEFF · 07-20-2015

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Originally Posted by RussMcB

I think I read that all work is done from inside the car (not from underneath), so, no, the exhaust can stay in place.

I'm sure someone will chime in with a definite answer soon.

From what I've always read the infamous pin needs to be knocked out from the bottom side of the car. It would be great if everything was done from inside the car but I don't think that's the case.

RussMcB · 07-20-2015

Ah, well in that case I'm glad you posted the question. I am in the middle of a new exhaust/Hurst shifter project, so I'll benefit from the answer, too.

1991ZR1 · 07-20-2015

You need to work under the car to remove the pin. I think someone has done it without removing the exhaust but I had to remove it even though I don't have big hands. Removing the exhaust is not that bad. If you have stock exhaust, it comes off in one piece. I balanced the exhaust on a floor jack and pulled it straight back.

Some people have had pins that came off easy but mine was tight. If your pin is tight, it helps to use a punch that is heavier. I don't know why the size of the punch makes a difference using the same hammer but it did. I wonder if someone could make some kind of puller to remove that pin.

5ABI VT · 07-20-2015

Dropping the exhaust is really easy.. few hangers and and bolts and slides right off. I did the same just used a floor jack near the center and rolled it back out of the way. If you don't know where the pin is then it might be impossible without dropping the exhaust. If you can pull back the boot you should be able to see it and if you can fit something to punch it out youre good without dropping it.

Billy Mild · 07-20-2015

I didn't remove the exhaust but it definitely cost me time in the end. Also I would spray the PIN with some penetrating oil before trying to hit it.

I didn't have a punch so that made a difference.

-=Jeff=- · 07-21-2015

I did the Hurst in my Z in the car..

from what I recall, the exhaust will need to be dropped..

Demps · 07-21-2015

It can be done with exhaust in place. Easier with an aftermarket system.

BUT, you will spend more time working around exhaust than it takes to remove it.

Bring it to Vegas in October and we'll put it on.
Ted

XfireZ51 · 07-21-2015

Tough getting a clean shot at the pin w exhaust in place.

07-20-2015	#1
Z51JEFF Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Fremont,Ca Posts: 3,058	Another question about a Hurst shifter install. How much more difficult is the shifter installation with the exhaust left in place? I'm going to dig into this providing I don't have to drop the exhaust. I'm working in a 1 car garage so I want this to be as painless as possible.

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RussMcB Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Marietta, GA USA Posts: 1,160	Re: Another question about a Hurst shifter install. I think I read that all work is done from inside the car (not from underneath), so, no, the exhaust can stay in place. I'm sure someone will chime in with a definite answer soon.

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RussMcB Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Marietta, GA USA Posts: 1,160	Re: Another question about a Hurst shifter install. Ah, well in that case I'm glad you posted the question. I am in the middle of a new exhaust/Hurst shifter project, so I'll benefit from the answer, too.

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1991ZR1 Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 90	Re: Another question about a Hurst shifter install. You need to work under the car to remove the pin. I think someone has done it without removing the exhaust but I had to remove it even though I don't have big hands. Removing the exhaust is not that bad. If you have stock exhaust, it comes off in one piece. I balanced the exhaust on a floor jack and pulled it straight back. Some people have had pins that came off easy but mine was tight. If your pin is tight, it helps to use a punch that is heavier. I don't know why the size of the punch makes a difference using the same hammer but it did. I wonder if someone could make some kind of puller to remove that pin.

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5ABI VT Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Toronto Posts: 783	Re: Another question about a Hurst shifter install. Dropping the exhaust is really easy.. few hangers and and bolts and slides right off. I did the same just used a floor jack near the center and rolled it back out of the way. If you don't know where the pin is then it might be impossible without dropping the exhaust. If you can pull back the boot you should be able to see it and if you can fit something to punch it out youre good without dropping it.

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Billy Mild Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 838	Re: Another question about a Hurst shifter install. I didn't remove the exhaust but it definitely cost me time in the end. Also I would spray the PIN with some penetrating oil before trying to hit it. I didn't have a punch so that made a difference. __________________ Looking for a ZR-1 1985 Yamaha RZ350-NOT STOCK 1971 Yamaha AT1-Middle of a restoration

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-=Jeff=- Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 7,154	Re: Another question about a Hurst shifter install. I did the Hurst in my Z in the car.. from what I recall, the exhaust will need to be dropped.. __________________ 1990 Corvette ZR-1 #1051 Watson Headers (2" Primary) - Flowmaster Cats - Borla Catback Late Model IH - Plenum Coilovers - 4.10s Custom Interior NCM Lifetime Member #978

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Demps Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Niceville Posts: 997	Re: Another question about a Hurst shifter install. It can be done with exhaust in place. Easier with an aftermarket system. BUT, you will spend more time working around exhaust than it takes to remove it. Bring it to Vegas in October and we'll put it on. Ted

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XfireZ51 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 9,697	Re: Another question about a Hurst shifter install. Tough getting a clean shot at the pin w exhaust in place. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]Former Membership Chairman Former ZR-1 Registry - BOD 1972 Corvette 4speed base Coupe SOLD long time ago 1984 Corvette Z-51/4+3 SOLD 1992 Corvette ZR-1 Aqua/Gray #474 SOLD 1992 Corvette ZR-1 Black Rose/Cognac #458 2014 Honda VFR Interceptor DX