For those of you interested in the Hurst shifter conversion, here's what
Hurst has to say.
>From: Mrg.Tech@dana.com
>To: duschultz@hotmail.com
>Subject: Re: Hurst
>Date: Thu, 26 Apr 2001 09:50:49 -0400
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>A little bit of extra noise is typical for any performance shifter. Our
>shifters are stronger and eliminate some of the spongy parts that are used
>in OEM shifters. I can get you a rubber isolator to go between the shifter
>and the stick if you would like. Also, check to make sure that the stick
>is on tightly.
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> 04/26/01 Subject: Hurst
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>Below is the information submitted on Apr-26-101 9:26 EST
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>username: duschultz@hotmail.com
>make: Dodge
>model: Dakota
>year: 1997
>enginesize: 5.2 (318)
>transmissiontype: New Venture 3500
>modifications: K-N Filter Charger, Gibson cat-back duals, cosmetic mods.
>shifters: on
>question: I recently purchased and installed a Hurst shifter for my
>5-speed Dakota. The main reason I made this purchase was to correct the
>difficulty of finding 3rd gear during occasional performance shifts. The
>new shifter has improved the performance shifts. The pattern is much
>closer and I don't miss third as frequently. There is, however, a new
>problem. The Hurst shifter transfers a considerable amount of transmission
>noise to the cab. I have the unit installed correctly with the chrome
>shift lever sandwiched between the two rubber isolator pads. I also
>properly used the steel plate under the bolt heads to prevent the rubber
>pads from being squeezed out. Any suggestions?
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