Favorite shifter from the 6 speed crowd?

**Firebirdjones** · 12-23-2007, 08:32 AM

Time for a shifter.

So what is the favorite to use. The Pro 5.0? Hurst? Any others? Let me know where you got them from, quality, etc.....Thanks.

**Benner** · 12-23-2007, 08:42 AM

Hurst Billet/Plus without question, here. I love mine.

**Firebirdjones** · 12-23-2007, 08:45 AM

I need to add, please keep in mind that I have to keep the stock leather knob,,,so this needs to be able to screw back onto the new stick. Let me know,,,,thanks.

**tpilews** · 12-23-2007, 08:55 AM

Pro 5.0, excellent quality. Can be had for about $160 on ebay.

**toxik iroc** · 12-23-2007, 09:02 AM

sub scribe

**INMY01TA** · 12-23-2007, 09:06 AM

I like the stock hurst. Had a Pro 5.0 once and didn't like it. Went back to Hurst.

**Firebirdjones** · 12-23-2007, 09:07 AM

Originally Posted by tpilews

Pro 5.0, excellent quality. Can be had for about $160 on ebay.

I noticed the pro 5.0 shifters have the side spring tension adjustable,,,,would be nice for my wife who would complain if too difficult,,,,
Does the Hurst offer this?

**Firebirdjones** · 12-23-2007, 09:08 AM

Originally Posted by INMY01TA

I like the stock hurst. Had a Pro 5.0 once and didn't like it. Went back to Hurst.

What didn't you like? Something about the Hurst you liked better?

**INMY01TA** · 12-23-2007, 09:10 AM

Originally Posted by Firebirdjones

I noticed the pro 5.0 shifters have the side spring tension adjustable,,,,would be nice for my wife who would complain if too difficult,,,,
Does the Hurst offer this?

That must be a new feature cause mine didn't have that. Mine actually was such weak tension it wouldn't center itself, just stay to the left.

**Firebirdjones** · 12-23-2007, 09:11 AM

Originally Posted by INMY01TA

That must be a new feature cause mine didn't have that. Mine actually was such weak tension it wouldn't center itself, just stay to the left.

Stay to the left???? thats not a good thing,,lol.

How about the Hurst? Does it center? Not too hard to move?

**Loudz28** · 12-23-2007, 09:23 AM

ss hurst short shifter with a shortstick ftw

**KyleLs1** · 12-23-2007, 11:37 AM

Originally Posted by INMY01TA

I like the stock hurst. Had a Pro 5.0 once and didn't like it. Went back to Hurst.

friend of mine did the same thing, I personally don't care for the pro 5.0, I have a B&M Ripper and I love it!

Never missed a shift, it just has a nicer feel when shifting gears.

I know the pro 5.0 is the most popular and i am sure it is a great shifter, i just personally prefer the B&M.

My 0.02

**9T8W66** · 12-23-2007, 11:52 AM

Another vote for the Hurst Billet plus.

Yes the hurst has the ability to adjust the spring tension
I removed 2 of the 4 springs after I installed my LSS.
And most shifters will work with the factory knob.

**LS2ddz28** · 12-23-2007, 12:00 PM

Originally Posted by KyleLs1

friend of mine did the same thing, I personally don't care for the pro 5.0, I have a B&M Ripper and I love it!

Never missed a shift, it just has a nicer feel when shifting gears.

I know the pro 5.0 is the most popular and i am sure it is a great shifter, i just personally prefer the B&M.

My 0.02

Happy with my B&M, too.

**Jays00ss** · 12-23-2007, 12:02 PM

Pro 5.0 here and I really love it. I have had B&M products in the past and they never let me down either.

**FantaZGuy28** · 12-23-2007, 04:41 PM

GMM ripshift baby!

**Firebirdjones** · 12-23-2007, 06:09 PM

Thanks for all the replies,,,,everyone seems to be torn between 3 brands. I may run to the local speed shop and check them out in person. Looks like I'll grab one next week after the Christmas holidays,,,,Thanks again,,,,Larry.

**2MuchFun** · 12-23-2007, 06:16 PM

pro 5.0 here. Mine centers fine, i got a short stick on it, and custom knob

**9t8z28** · 12-23-2007, 07:11 PM

Originally Posted by Firebirdjones

I need to add, please keep in mind that I have to keep the stock leather knob,,,so this needs to be able to screw back onto the new stick. Let me know,,,,thanks.

Well, my two favorites are the PRO 5.0 and the Hurst Billit Plus. If you go with the Pro 5.0, you will be able to use the factory knob. If you go with the Hurst, you will have to go with an aftermarket handle.