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10-02-2008, 12:17 AM
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Need advice on automatic shifter
I am putting together a 69 Firebird, using a TCI tubular subframe. Engine and automatic tranny are out of 04 GTO. I would like to use the factory automatic console, which I already have. But, I would prefer an aftermarket shifter. Does anyone make a ratchet style shifter for the 4 speed automatics that will fit in a first gen console?
Anyone out there attempted something like this? If not, anyone out there have any sugestions. The 04 GTO had a rod from the shifter to the tranny. I have a shifter from mid-90s Formula, but it is too tall to fit nicely in the console....and it is not the ratchet style.... Any suggestions would be appreciated... Thanks.... |
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10-02-2008, 06:29 AM
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I remember Hurst doing a 2 nd gen replacement shifter
that fit in the console Since there were so many different combos of a first gen F body, I doubt youll find anything that was specifically engineered to fit that. Bob T. did a conversion of a Hurst his/hers in his 68. |
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10-02-2008, 09:59 PM
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How about reworking your original '69 shifter? http://www.shiftworks.com/firebird.htm#6869firebird
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10-03-2008, 07:42 AM
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We installed a B&M megashifter on the 69 Bird w/factory console. Had to do a little custom fitting but really not to hard and the new shifter plate and boot covers the original hole so the install looks original. Also, I am pretty sure the shifter can be set up with one extra detent to accommodate a 4-speed automatic. There are probably other after-market shifters that could be made to work but the megashifter is the only one we have any experience with.
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#5
10-08-2008, 12:39 AM
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thanks
Thanks for the replies. I found them helpful. I was already aware of the Shiftworks conversion. However, the gears (2-3-and OD) are very close together. Additionally, I did want the ratchet style. I figure the car should accelerate pretty well and wrap up quickly. I have experience with the ratchet (67 GTO) shifter and found it useful at the strip and on the street.
I plan to look over the B & M shifters and make a decision soon. Mike Wasson Mike's Tripowers www.pontiactripower.com |
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