[LimaCharlie]

I have the same shifter on my 2011 SS. Total install time for me was about 45 mins. I had my car on a lift though. It would've taken me longer if I was working on the ground with jack stands.
Loosening the transmission crossmember bolts is very necessary.....unless you have very small hands. Honestly, the most difficult steps for me was ensuring the rubber dust boot is properly seated and getting the black plastic loops around the shifter stick.
Read everything ahead of time in the instructions:

http://www.hurst-shifters.com/wp-con...ds/3916030.pdf

It's all worth it. I like the looks and short throw shifting.