hurst shifter

[boygenius]

I liked my "T" handled shifter... Once I got used to it I actually liked it better then the normal shifter handle. If you change your knob you might have some issues with trying to get it into reverse due to the reverse lockout mechanism...

[oasis]

Others have told me the same thing ... well, things -- liking it better and reversing issues. I'm very tempted since it's new (and I never see them on eBay for VWs unless they're well worn or needing something).

Curious, though -- why did you say "liked" -- as in past tense?

[boygenius]

Originally Posted by oasis

Others have told me the same thing ... well, things -- liking it better and reversing issues. I'm very tempted since it's new (and I never see them on eBay for VWs unless they're well worn or needing something).

Curious, though -- why did you say "liked" -- as in past tense?

I am right in the middle of restoring my car now and I haven't been able to drive it some time. My shifter is sitting in a box in my garage right now.
When I get the car running I will like it again.

[oasis]

Stupid me. I should've known that.

[oasis]

From stupid me to unobservant me ... the T-shifter doesn't have a push-button reverse lock-out. I guess I would have to use it like the stock one in the sense I have to push down and shift left, then back for reverse.

Should this be an issue?

[oasis]

Anyone with an opinion on a Hurst shifter without a reverse lockout, please?

[volksdragon]

if it's the hurst with the ball knob and pistol grip lock out, i have it and i love it.
seems to shorten the shift not huge amounts but it definitly seems shorter.

and i hated having to push down on the shifter for reverse. the pistol grip makes it much more enjoyable.

may i suggest while you in there changing the shifter you should do the shaft bushing as well ( if you haven't already). it will get rid of alot of the shifter slop.