3 sp ****er

70/05 stang · 01-19-2008, 06:40 AM

I would like to add a better aftermarket shifter to my 67 coupe. Have been thinking about the Hurst HU5010002. Summit has it for $130 has anyone used this shifter or is there anything else I should be looking at.

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1967mustang · 01-19-2008, 07:26 AM

i have same problem i have 67 coupe, 3 speed. i bought a BORDWARRNER 4 speed but havnt installed it yet so sorry cant help u too much till i put it in. i have a ? for you ivehave had this 1967 mustang for about 4 years. been drving it for 2 year. and i need toknow what the REDLINE would be? it is a new289 block with new302 heads on it. i am kinda guessing it is 5500 RMPs. i have never had it that high, becouse i dont no. whats your redline at?

70/05 stang · 01-19-2008, 07:53 AM

I have only had mine for about 3 months and have not put 50 miles on it yet. Been working on it since its cold. So I couldn't tell you what it redlines at.

Starfury · 01-19-2008, 10:23 AM

I have a 3sp as well and honestly I'd recommend saving your money towardsa 4sp or 5sp tranny. The 3sp flat out sucks. You can improve the shifting with a Hurst shifter, but you can't fix the gearing.

If you're irritated with the sloppy shifter, pick up a 4sp (not 3sp) shifter rebuild kit and rebuild it. The 4sp shifter has different side bushingswith springs that help eliminate rattling. It makes a world of difference. I did this a year ago and am really happy with the results. It's only $20 or so and it's something you can easily do yourself.

1967inline6MUSTANG · 01-19-2008, 10:27 AM

3 spds rule...you only have to shift twice

..i highly advise the 4 spd shifter rebuild kit..it is a huge improvement over the 40 year old stuff..and not that hard to do...

1967mustang · 01-19-2008, 11:55 AM

yeh i agree i hate my 3 speed it sux taking off and turn high rpms and cuising on free way. i have 4 speedborg warrner and hope that helps alot

flyingfool · 01-19-2008, 12:03 PM

its already been said...but 3 spds ( at least manuals) blow. unless you like driving around town coasting in second gear...and well thats about it.

Starfury · 01-19-2008, 12:45 PM

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yeh i agree i hate my 3 speed it sux taking off and turn high rpms and cuising on free way. i have 4 speedborg warrner and hope that helps alot

A 4sp isn't going to affect your final gearing. 3rd gear in a 3sp is 1:1 just like the 4th gear of a 4sp.

70/05 stang · 01-19-2008, 01:37 PM

Thanks guys I will get the 4 speed rebuild kit for now and fix the sloppy shifter.