Core Shifter w/ Hurst 8550 chrome stick for Mustang : 1983-2004 w/ T5 5 speed
Short throw shifter kit for OE replacement on 5 speed manual trans in:
- 1983-1995 Ford Mustang - all models
- 1996-2004 Ford Mustang - V6 only
- 1983-1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
- 1983-1986 Mercury Capri
- 1983-1986 Mercury Cougar XR-7
Only fits T5 5 speed manual trans specific to these models
- Does NOT FIT 4 speed manual trans (SROD or FOG), 1996+ V8 (= T45 or TR3650), other T5, or any other model; NOT for custom use - see swap bases
Kit includes a Hurst chrome stick (# 8550) & classic knob, Core Shifters base, mounting hardware, dust cover boot, and installation instructions; bulk parts; no retail pkg. Lower bushing cup not included (reuse existing or buy separately). Comparable to Ford Racing # M-7210-M but with a taller fulcrum for shorter throw. Overall height from base flange to top of knob is ~12". Throw is reduced by ~30%
- Use with stock leather console boot; remove grommet from leather boot to reveal stick
- Similar kit w/ Hurst console trim also available for 1983-1993 models
The base is built by Core Shifters using proven Hurst Billet Plus components inside a custom housing. It does not have stops and does not need them; all modern internal rail trans have internal stops. This kit has many superior features & components, integrated into a unique, exclusive assembly:
- Forged heat-treated billet steel gear selector stub
- Hardened steel cross-pin & stainless steel fulcrum pivot ring
- Self-centering cross-gate bias springs with heat treated spring seats
- Glass-reinforced polyamide fulcrum socket with steel wear clips
- Rubber oil control seal with steel retaining ring
- Extruded aluminum housing with Spirolox steel support ring
- Zinc-plated laser-cut steel base-plate & cover
- Vibration-resistant serrated flange head steel retaining bolts
- Rubber dust cover boot
- Pan-head allen bolts with toothed lockwashers to mount stick
- Traditional forged billet steel triple chrome-plated Hurst stick
- Classic Hurst shift knob
- High quality and outstanding value!
Complete your installation with a "HURST EQUIPPED" emblem! (sold separately)
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