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)