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Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
I bought a Hurst Ratchet Pro-Matic 2 shifter at a swap meet 8 years ago . It had nothing with it, no knob, no cable, no box. no boot, you get the idea. After getting the cable and transmission brackets and having a T handle already and pricing the box with other pieces, I needed an alternative. So finally I had a idea that just might work.
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'35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 ![]() ![]() Last edited by 3757chevy; 07-09-2018 at 01:07 AM. |
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
I hand hammered a piece of scrap steel I have had for longer than I have had my '67 step side (20 yrs). made a box just the right size for the shifter.
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'35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 ![]() ![]() Last edited by 3757chevy; 07-09-2018 at 01:30 PM. |
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
I came up with an idea for the cable end and it worked and I had a co-worker weld it up for me.
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'35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 ![]() ![]() Last edited by 3757chevy; 07-09-2018 at 01:37 AM. |
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Added a pcv grommet for the cable hole and n.s. switch wires and ran the b/u wires thru the slot made for the shifter cable bracket.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Now for the cool
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
And the end result.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Now I have decide carpet or rubber mat. I live on a dirt road so that might help in that decision.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Looks good to me. Nice fab work! If you're going to be bumping up and down a dirt/gravel road often, make real sure you seal that box up good. Otherwise... you'll never keep the dust out of your cab.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Thanks I will seal everything up when I install my insulation and flooring which ever I decide to put in.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Looks really good.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Thanks! I just didn't like the idea of that black plastic box sitting on the floor when I already have the high hump floor. It is just the right height.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Here's a better picture. Sure is a lot more fun to drive.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
This is the mustang shifter I had been using for 10 years....
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Well ... It's been 9 months or so since I put the shifter in the truck ... I like it . My Daughter borrowed the truck a few weeks ago to pickup a yard sale find and I had to teach her how to drive my truck allover again. She said she had a hard time finding drive . I know the shifter is a bit loose .... Has anyone ever rebuilt one of these ratchet shifters ??? I am thinking of buying this kit to tighten things up.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
I got my spring kit Saturday.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Pulled the shifter out Today.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Replaced the springs after taking it apart and using Hurst Shifty Dr. Grease to lube everything up.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Re-installed it in the truck and went for a test drive .
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Manual shifting that thing must feel like a real drag truck. Maybe you can fab an gear selector with a light so you know what gear you slamming in....
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
Covered it up this weekend, Kinda. Added to my console. Even has a spot for my old school cup holder.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
The tan vinyl I used looks like a paper sack in this picture.
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Re: Ratchet Shifter Box {my way}
maybe use something to match the dash, could put speakers in the side of the box to break up the look. Or install drink holders looks good !!!
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