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Press in Hurst Shifter install? #2732973
01/14/20 02:30 PM
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Tricks?

I have a new set of insulators and clips installed into the shifter. Attempt to press the handle in but it is really tight...can get about 1/2 way...

dab of lithium grease help?

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Re: Press in Hurst Shifter install? [Re: JMCFAN] #2732981
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Try a .10 feeler gauge while pressing in the shifter.


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Re: Press in Hurst Shifter install? [Re: 70sixpkrt] #2732984
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Originally Posted by 70sixpkRT
Try a .10 feeler gauge while pressing in the shifter.

On one side between the handle and the clip?


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Re: Press in Hurst Shifter install? [Re: JMCFAN] #2732986
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Yes. That’s how I slide mine in.


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Re: Press in Hurst Shifter install? [Re: 70sixpkrt] #2732995
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Actually a .010 feeler gauge. I typed it wrong.


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13.01 @107.93 with street tires (not hooking up)
Re: Press in Hurst Shifter install? [Re: 70sixpkrt] #2733017
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Originally Posted by 70sixpkRT
Actually a .010 feeler gauge. I typed it wrong.


Thanks! Off to Harbor Fright... I actually dont have any...lol.

Any particular side?


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Re: Press in Hurst Shifter install? [Re: JMCFAN] #2733024
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The latch is on the drivers side.


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Re: Press in Hurst Shifter install? [Re: John Brown] #2733067
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Originally Posted by John Brown
The latch is on the drivers side.

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Re: Press in Hurst Shifter install? [Re: 70sixpkrt] #2733092
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What the heck is the hand lever.....??


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Re: Press in Hurst Shifter install? [Re: JMCFAN] #2733098
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Stick shift.


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Re: Press in Hurst Shifter install? [Re: 70sixpkrt] #2733121
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Got it!! Thanks Folks!!


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