Shifter base for conversion using C5 / C6 / C7 Corvette driveline
*** For OE replacement see the complete kits instead. ***
*** Not quite as pictured but very similar. Same concept but baseplate is smaller to fit application. ***
Shifter base for custom conversions using a 1997-2019 Corvette driveline:
- Fits onto OE shifter box that mounts onto OE torque tube found in:
- 1997-2004 Corvette C5
- 2005-2013 Corvette C6
- 2014-2019 Corvette C7
- Allows use of a Hurst bolt-on stick (see below)
- NOT FOR USE IN THESE VEHICLES - see separate listings for complete kits
- Does NOT FIT ANY OTHER MODEL!!
Mounts on the OE specialized remote linkage framework for rear-mounted transaxle configuration with shift rail entering through front of case (see pic). For swaps using complete Corvette chassis only. Rectangular 4-bolt pattern that is ~ 1.6" wide x 3.1" long; stub pivot ball center is ~1.4" below the flange
A Hurst stick is required (NOT included, sold separately). Other brands and homemade sticks are discouraged. Stick mount has 3/8"-24 threaded holes spaced 7/8" apart on center + mating serrations for a Hurst stick on one face. Due to larger mounting threads (3/8"-24), sticks that use 8mm mounting bolts (most OE, "non-TKO" Lokar, others) will not work. Lokar TKO sticks can be mounted but only to the smooth side of the stub. To select the proper parts:
- Wait until new transmission is installed to buy shifter parts
- Remove existing shifter base if present
- Sit in vehicle, in driving position, with all interior trim (dash, console, etc) in place
- Define desired knob location in space (neutral position):
- Measure height from base flange to desired knob location = overall height
- Measure side & rear offsets from receptacle bore to desired knob location
- See this diagram for clarification
- Study the Hurst stick page for shapes that meet your needs
- Allow 3-6" for stick mount height
- Choose a stick and see what fulcrum heights are compatible with it (see chart)
- Check overall height (see chart: stick height + mount height = overall height)
- Confirm chosen combination achieves desired knob location and that fulcrum height works with stick length selected
- Consider various stick & stub combinations to optimize
- Note long sticks on angled mounts will strongly offset knob to left (can be 5-6"+)
- Note OE dust boot is short and exposes stick mount which helps in tight situations
- Options E & F require a Hurst stick directly mounted on side w/ serrations
Stub fulcrum height options (critical to optimizing leverage for short throw):
Option | For stick length | stick mount height | stick mount angle | boot type | upcharge |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
A | 8" | 2.9 | vertical | Billet Plus | default |
B | 10" | 3.4 | vertical | Billet Plus | +$10 |
C | 10"+ | 4.4 | vertical | OE (short) | +$20 |
D | 12"+ | 5.0 | angled 14 deg left | OE (short) | +$30 |
G | 6" | 3.4 | angled 11 deg left | OE (short) | +$10 |
H | 5" | 2.9 | vertical | OE (short) | +$10 |
- Stick length = point-to-point distance from mount hole to knob thread
- Stick mount height = distance from base flange to stick bolt hole (affects knob height)
- Fulcrum height = distance from lower ball to fulcrum pin; varies by option, not published
- Warning: Follow stick length guide to avoid excess effort & component failure
Kit includes mounting hardware, dust cover boot, and instructions.The base is built by Core Shifters using proven Hurst Billet Plus components inside a custom housing. 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 (style varies)
- High quality & outstanding value!