New Hinson Motorsports F-Body Short Throw Shifter - Now Available
09-24-2015, 05:24 PM
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So lets discuss this thread pitch idea. If we were to change the handle to something like an M16-1.5, would that make everyone a little happier? The thought behind this is if you wanted to use our ball you would get 9/16-18, and if you wanted to use stock or other branded ***** that fit you would have the option to buy it with a M16-1.5 handle. Keep in mind this would take a few weeks to make the handles and powder coat them, but if it solves some of the problems you have expressed it would be worth it. Give me some feedback. AND DISCUSS.
I currently have 3 different ***** that I switch out from time to time, and all of them are the factory M16x1.5 thread. One of them is a C6 alcantera **** that's been rethreaded to fit my shifter.... that one alone was $120, so yeah, I'd rather have one that works with what I have. I prefer leather or fabric covered ***** over glass or metal ones.
Very true, but the other option is a C5 thread pitch, so that's an option.
09-25-2015, 12:10 PM
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I think it would be beneficial for you guys to offer it threaded in both configurations.... one of your competitors does that.
I currently have 3 different ***** that I switch out from time to time, and all of them are the factory M16x1.5 thread. One of them is a C6 alcantera **** that's been rethreaded to fit my shifter.... that one alone was $120, so yeah, I'd rather have one that works with what I have. I prefer leather or fabric covered ***** over glass or metal ones.
Very true, but the other option is a C5 thread pitch, so that's an option.
I currently have 3 different ***** that I switch out from time to time, and all of them are the factory M16x1.5 thread. One of them is a C6 alcantera **** that's been rethreaded to fit my shifter.... that one alone was $120, so yeah, I'd rather have one that works with what I have. I prefer leather or fabric covered ***** over glass or metal ones.
Very true, but the other option is a C5 thread pitch, so that's an option.
09-25-2015, 05:08 PM
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Well I just pulled the trigger, and will do a full review of it when it gets here.
I have a Kirban shifter (not Kurt Urban) circa 2001 and while I like it, it's not great. The new Hinson shifter I'm sure will be a huge improvement.
I plan to get a tap and rethread my shiftknobs. A tap is cheap.
I have a Kirban shifter (not Kurt Urban) circa 2001 and while I like it, it's not great. The new Hinson shifter I'm sure will be a huge improvement.
I plan to get a tap and rethread my shiftknobs. A tap is cheap.
You do know that Kirban was/is a locally (Plumsteadville) based company, correct??
Even though they no longer offer ANYTHING for 4th gen f bodies.
09-26-2015, 06:00 PM
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I'm sure the available B&M/Hurst dust boots will cover the raised pivot section IF Hinson does not have one available.
I just ordered and installed the B&M one on my Pro 5.0, since the one it came with was torn/weathered to shreds after 15 years of use.
I just ordered and installed the B&M one on my Pro 5.0, since the one it came with was torn/weathered to shreds after 15 years of use.
09-27-2015, 12:27 PM
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It looks like a quality product. I always wanted a McLeod but couldn't find them anywhere so I went with an MGW. I wish this had been an option at the time.
09-29-2015, 08:25 AM
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I got my shifter yesterday and it looks and feels nice. I hope to get it install this week and have videos and my impressions by the weekend.
As for the handle and shift *****, it's amazing what a little electrical tape can do. For now it works fine.
As for the handle and shift *****, it's amazing what a little electrical tape can do. For now it works fine.
09-29-2015, 10:10 AM
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Looking forward to your review. We know you will enjoy it.
09-29-2015, 10:44 AM
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glad to hear the factory **** can be used ill prob get back with you this week that was my biggest hang up on trying this that I kept going back and forth on.
09-29-2015, 11:59 AM
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I had it on my list to contact you today and let you know that we were doing this. Seems to make everyone a little happier. I'll look forward to talking with you.
09-30-2015, 07:23 AM
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I haven't gotten it installed yet, most likely tonight, but we have hurricane Joaquin headed towards us this weekend, and they are calling for rain for the next 40 days and 40 nights, so hard driving videos may wait.... the car doesn't do so well in rain.
09-30-2015, 08:07 AM
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im just curious how this does compared to a mgw shifter as the mgw is considered the best shifter for our cars out there. I have the mgw and have no issues with it .
09-30-2015, 10:01 AM
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In for reviews as well. I just recently upgraded my stock one to a 5.0 and I'm not impressed at all. Doesn't feel any different than stock and hasn't improved hard shifting, if anything its worsened it I feel.
