Hurst Short Throw installed - Page 3 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Klepton · 01-26-2014, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by SamHouseIII

Correct and if you find the stock ZL1 Shifter lacking, you can always upgrade...

Cool, I can't wait to get mine installed!

On another note, did you install your STS yourself? If so, how difficult of an install was it? How long did it take you? Did you have to drop the tranny any? I'm trying to figure out whether this is a DIY project or whether I'll have to pay a shop to do it.

SamHouseIII · 01-27-2014, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Klepton

Cool, I can't wait to get mine installed!

On another note, did you install your STS yourself? If so, how difficult of an install was it? How long did it take you? Did you have to drop the tranny any? I'm trying to figure out whether this is a DIY project or whether I'll have to pay a shop to do it.

No, I didn't, I had it in for some service and had the dealer install it with some other goodies, I just figured it would save me time, in the end we got snowed in and bad weather, so it took longer than I wanted. Returned overseas before I could drive it again...

Klepton · 01-27-2014, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by SamHouseIII

No, I didn't, I had it in for some service and had the dealer install it with some other goodies, I just figured it would save me time, in the end we got snowed in and bad weather, so it took longer than I wanted. Returned overseas before I could drive it again...

I might consider the dealer if their charge is not outrageous compared to a local performance shop. If you don't mind me asking, how much did they charge you just for the STS install. You can PM me if you'd rather not reveal it publicly. Since mine is the complete assembly. they'll probably charge more, but I'd like to get a ball-park figure.

It sucks that you didn't get to drive it...

SamHouseIII · 01-27-2014, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Klepton

I might consider the dealer if their charge is not outrageous compared to a local performance shop. If you don't mind me asking, how much did they charge you just for the STS install. You can PM me if you'd rather not reveal it publicly. Since mine is the complete assembly. they'll probably charge more, but I'd like to get a ball-park figure.

It sucks that you didn't get to drive it...

It was included in a bunch of stuff I had completed, so I don't know. Must folks that have done it themselves say about 1-3hrs. There are several good videos out on the hurst website and youtube...check them out, they help!

Klepton · 01-27-2014, 11:11 AM

Ok.

SamHouseIII · 01-27-2014, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Klepton

Ok.

The only problem you may run into is removal of the stock factory shifter handle, video says pull it up and off, but the ZL1 has a set screw on the side, I think some other Models may have the set screw too, so just be aware of this.

Klepton · 03-07-2014, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by SamHouseIII

The only problem you may run into is removal of the stock factory shifter handle, video says pull it up and off, but the ZL1 has a set screw on the side, I think some other Models may have the set screw too, so just be aware of this.

Thanks, since mine is a 2011 you simply had to pull it up to remove the factory knob.

Since I was replacing the whole assembly, however, I took it to a local performance shop for the install. I paid for 2 hours of labor @ $90/hr. I love the new shifter:

SamHouseIII · 03-12-2014, 09:34 AM

Looks great!

Genzl1rev · 06-06-2016, 06:14 PM

How can you tell if the previous owner installed it or not?
What's the stock height of the shifter?

Genzl1rev · 06-08-2016, 01:16 PM

I did this on my RX8.
One of the RX8 forum members was an engineer and had a machine shop and basically found out a way to create a shorter throw shifter.
It doesn't look like it's that easy here.
Looks like a complicated R&R.

AMMUSCLE · 07-16-2016, 07:30 PM

Just had my Hurst Billet Plus 2 short throw installed with extreme Pit Pack bushing.
I used the Classic White Knob that came with the kit.
I should have installed this a long time ago.
Love the feel and precision of this shifter.
I ordered the pistol grip off of Amazon, but it is on backorder for 6-8 weeks.
Hurst does not have this on their site either.
I found Core Shifters online that have 3 variations. Sweet!!!!
Brushed Silver (5388665)
Black Derlin (5388656) Really different!!!!!
Titanium Gray (5388655)
http://core-shifters.com/products/hu...ant=9091766083

SamHouseIII great install and thanks for the write up and push.

Genzl1rev · 08-03-2016, 08:54 AM

My Z shifts pretty good now.
Without taking the bottom trans boot off, how can I tell if the original owner didn't install it?

AMMUSCLE · 08-04-2016, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Genzl1rev

My Z shifts pretty good now.
Without taking the bottom trans boot off, how can I tell if the original owner didn't install it?

If your wondering if your Z has a hurst short throw installed.
Just lift off the trim that covers the shifter and gauges.
It comes off easy. Take off the 4-bolts that hold the boot in place.
The hurst will have 2 bolts holding the handle.
Check out this video.

AMMUSCLE · 08-04-2016, 07:37 PM

If your wondering about the bushing upgrade, then I think you would have to remove the tranny boot.

03-12-2014, 09:34 AM	#36
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06-08-2016, 01:16 PM	#38
Genzl1rev Drives: 2014 ZL1 RED HOT Join Date: May 2016 Location: Socal Posts: 136 View My Garage	I did this on my RX8. One of the RX8 forum members was an engineer and had a machine shop and basically found out a way to create a shorter throw shifter. It doesn't look like it's that easy here. Looks like a complicated R&R. Last edited by Genzl1rev; 06-08-2016 at 02:38 PM.

07-16-2016, 07:30 PM	#39
AMMUSCLE Drives: 2013 ZL1 VERT M6 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Portland, Maine Posts: 346	SHIFTER HANDLE Just had my Hurst Billet Plus 2 short throw installed with extreme Pit Pack bushing. I used the Classic White Knob that came with the kit. I should have installed this a long time ago. Love the feel and precision of this shifter. I ordered the pistol grip off of Amazon, but it is on backorder for 6-8 weeks. Hurst does not have this on their site either. I found Core Shifters online that have 3 variations. Sweet!!!! Brushed Silver (5388665) Black Derlin (5388656) Really different!!!!! Titanium Gray (5388655) http://core-shifters.com/products/hu...ant=9091766083 SamHouseIII great install and thanks for the write up and push. __________________ JANNETTY RACING 750 ROUGH IDLE CAM PACKAGE (681 RWHP & 643 RWTQ) = 783 CRANK HP & 740 CRANK TQ

08-03-2016, 08:54 AM	#40
Genzl1rev Drives: 2014 ZL1 RED HOT Join Date: May 2016 Location: Socal Posts: 136 View My Garage	My Z shifts pretty good now. Without taking the bottom trans boot off, how can I tell if the original owner didn't install it? __________________ Out of the Barn: 1984 Dodge Shelby Charger H.O. >1985 Dodge Shelby Charger Turbo > 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix 3.4 24V 6M 2004 Mazda RX8 6M Touring >2008 Volvo S80 T5 AWD 2006 Volvo R60 AWD>2010 Acura ZDX Black (the Batmobile) 2Wheels:Kawi Eliminator>Honda CB1 Last edited by Genzl1rev; 08-03-2016 at 12:15 PM.

08-04-2016, 07:37 PM	#42
AMMUSCLE Drives: 2013 ZL1 VERT M6 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Portland, Maine Posts: 346	PITT PAK BUSHING If your wondering about the bushing upgrade, then I think you would have to remove the tranny boot. __________________ JANNETTY RACING 750 ROUGH IDLE CAM PACKAGE (681 RWHP & 643 RWTQ) = 783 CRANK HP & 740 CRANK TQ

01-27-2014, 11:11 AM	#33
Klepton Drives: 2011 2SS/RS, LS3, SW w/ IOM package Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 310 View My Garage	Ok.

06-06-2016, 06:14 PM	#37
Genzl1rev Drives: 2014 ZL1 RED HOT Join Date: May 2016 Location: Socal Posts: 136 View My Garage	How can you tell if the previous owner installed it or not? What's the stock height of the shifter?