Shifter w/ 8550 chrome stick for Mustang : 1996-2001 V8 5 speed (T45)
Short throw shifter kit for OE replacement on 5 speed manual trans in:
- 1996-2000 Ford Mustang GT
- 1996-1999 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
- Early 2001 Ford Mustang GT & SVT Cobra - w/ trans code 6 only
- Does NOT FIT later production - trans code K = TR3650
Only fits T45 5 speed manual trans specific to these V8 models
- TR trans code on door tag begins w/ 6
- Does NOT FIT any V6 or older V8 (= T5), newer V8 (= TR3650), or any other model; NOT for custom use - see swap bases
Kit includes chrome stick #8550, classic knob, base assembly, mounting hardware, and installation instructions. 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, and specifically configured for T45 (no shim needed). Designed for use w/ stock console boot; remove grommet from leather boot to reveal stick. Overall height from base flange to top of knob is ~12". Throw is reduced by ~30%
The base is built by Core Shifters using proven components inside a custom housing:
- High-strength 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
- Laser-cut steel lid & baseplate
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