[Tigers] Shifter Installation (and engine R&R to-do list)

[Tom Parker]

When I bought the car (a LONG time ago) I didn't like the Ford shifter, but
I really don't remember why. The Hurst I bought to replace it has a short
straight stick (no bend), it shifted quickly and never gave me problems.

I found the original Ford shifter in a box; there's a guy in Maryland who
rebuilds them. Once the car is back to running condition and all the bugs
are worked out I plan to have the Ford shifter redone. I'll give it another
try.

Tom

On Wed, Jun 9, 2010 at 8:38 PM, Would U. Believe
<mcdangerous at verizon.net>wrote:

>  Yeah.  I was looking at it today and it seems like that would be
> necessary to install the Hurst.  I think I will wait to get the hiccup with
> my Hurst to be resolved before installing it all.  The original Ford
shifter
> is really tight (unworn), though.  Im wondering, is the Hurst really much
> different?  I hear they are really great.
>
>
>
> On 6/9/10 8:15 PM, "Tom Parker" <tkparker1941 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> I just went through that this past weekend with my Hurst shifter.  I had to
> remove the transmission mount and drop the transmission down, and I had to
> remove the Hurst backing plate and install it first (there's a captive
> bolt...). I may have had to remove the outer shift rod, I don't recall...
> (it was a frustrating job, but do-able.)
>
> I think the original Ford shifter would be easier; you may have to remove
> the shift lever, but it isn't as bulky as the Hurst.
>
>
> Tom
>
> On Wed, Jun 9, 2010 at 6:48 AM, Would U. Believe <mcdangerous at verizon.net>
> wrote:
>
> Hi all.  I should probably spend more time under my Tiger...  I am
> wondering
> if it's possible to install a shifter onto a Toploader while installed in
> the car.  I've delayed the installation of my engine and transmission due
> to
> a little hiccup with my Hurst shifter.  I have the original shifter on
> right
> now and am wondering if I can go ahead and install it, then change it out
> down the road. Does anyone know offhand?
>
> I know someone sent this in a previous email, which I can't locate, but I'm
> looking for the lists of things that must be disconnected or removed in
> order to remove the engine from the bottom (and the top).
>
> Thanks a lot!
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