Anyone keen on fabricating this
#1
Posted 28 May 2011 - 09:30 PM
I've worked out the correct dimensions for relocating the shift knob to suit RHD Torana LH/LX. Details below. I'm probably going to send it to a workshop but If anyone on here is capable and interested in a little extra cash please PM me.
See the attached pictures (White background available on request):
PERSPECTIVE (From driver's seat, perhaps)
m22_torana_shifter_pers1_inv.jpg 45.18K 10 downloads
TOP
m22_torana_shifter_top_inv.jpg 24.46K 5 downloads
REAR (From behind shifter, looking towards front of vehicle)
m22_torana_shifter_rear_inv.jpg 49.02K 7 downloads
SIDE (Driver's view / Right hand side view)
m22_torana_shifter_side_inv.jpg 42.88K 5 downloads
I think the easiest way to manufacture it would be to grab a ~360mm length of 24mm x 7mm bar, carefully make the two bends, drill a hole down the central axis in one end, insert and weld-in a stub of 3/8"-16 threaded rod into that hole to provide a 20mm section, grind back a taper, then drill the mounting holes at the bottom. I'm thinking mild steel that I can then paint black or chrome. Aluminium would be awesome but 6000 series would probably be too expensive or unable to be worked to such a angle.
#2 _Liam_
Posted 28 May 2011 - 09:43 PM
Never mind I see the perspective now.
#3
Posted 28 May 2011 - 09:54 PM
#4 _Liam_
Posted 28 May 2011 - 10:22 PM
#5
Posted 05 June 2011 - 11:43 AM
#6
Posted 05 June 2011 - 12:46 PM
#7 _redrana_
Posted 10 July 2011 - 03:41 PM
Edited by redrana, 10 July 2011 - 03:42 PM.
#8
Posted 10 July 2011 - 04:55 PM
Hi was this shift lever ever made and available for purchase? Or does anyone know another option to get the shift lever back over toward the driver with a muncie in an LH torana that can be bought? thanks!!
I still haven't sent this to a fabricator yet - should I get a couple made up?!
#9 _rocket_
Posted 10 July 2011 - 06:14 PM
Maybe ask Shaun with the Forbes/Bartlett hatch, he will know for sure.
#10 _rocket_
Posted 24 July 2011 - 09:48 AM
#11
Posted 24 July 2011 - 04:08 PM
I found the pic, but cant find the part number.
I couldn't see it here:
http://www.hurst-shifters.com/s.nl/c.723089/sc.26/category.7326/.f
Thanks for the follow up but that looks about 6 inches higher than I'd like.
Meanwhile, I think I've worked out a cheaper/easier way of manufacturing it using 12mm rod:
m22_torana_shifter_Rev2_pers1.jpg 111.18K 3 downloads
Still no luck with fabricators showing any interest in WA
#12 _hutch_
Posted 24 July 2011 - 04:18 PM
think if you made it out of mild it would bend fairly easy,think ya might need a peice of spring steel
Phillip
#13
Posted 25 July 2011 - 12:27 PM
I found the pic, but cant find the part number.
I couldn't see it here:
http://www.hurst-shi...ategory.7326/.f
Thanks for the follow up but that looks about 6 inches higher than I'd like.
Meanwhile, I think I've worked out a cheaper/easier way of manufacturing it using 12mm rod:
m22_torana_shifter_Rev2_pers1.jpg 111.18K 3 downloads
Still no luck with fabricators showing any interest in WA
Hi there man i'am in brisbane and would be willing to give it a go for you if you are still interested.???
pm me if you are
#14
Posted 25 July 2011 - 01:18 PM
I have a hurst shifter in mine but the actual gear lever is very short and you need arms like Swartzanegger if you spend any considerable time changing quickly through the gears plus i'm not real happy with the mods I have currently made
I presume those measurements put the gear stick back into the original location so you can use a console?
#15
Posted 25 July 2011 - 02:11 PM
Edited by myss427, 25 July 2011 - 02:11 PM.
#16
Posted 27 July 2011 - 07:42 PM
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#17
Posted 27 July 2011 - 07:59 PM
Made out of high strenthe flat bar 300+ grade so it's very strong and has next to no flex unless you
lean on it hard as you can, and i weigh 110kgs and it only bend about 2mm
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#18
Posted 27 July 2011 - 10:09 PM
#19
Posted 27 July 2011 - 10:13 PM
I presume those measurements put the gear stick back into the original location so you can use a console?
No, my experience is that the full LH console fouls on the base of the Hurst shifter when going for reverse. Moving the entire shifter block centrally as myss427 describes would be the better way (but requires more effort).
#20
Posted 27 July 2011 - 11:56 PM
But the previous owner 'relieved' part of the console so it would all fit, then proceded to make a dodgey adapter out of a piece of box section, washes and long bolts
Something that was both sturdy and cosmetically appealing, such as above would be nice.
#21
Posted 29 July 2011 - 05:35 PM
Then if anyone wants one i will make them one aswell
#22
Posted 29 July 2011 - 05:54 PM
#23
Posted 29 July 2011 - 11:39 PM
#24
Posted 04 August 2011 - 08:24 PM
The thread on the top was just right, the shifter pattern on the shifter knob lines up when fully tightened.
I think for those with longer arms than average might want to move the shift point say 25mm forward, and heavier guys might want to move it 25mm back towards the centre of the car, but for me at 5'10" its spot on.
Top work Dave!
I've added some pics of it installed, I just need some floor panel work and to fit a shift boot.
DSC_0197.jpg 72.88K 8 downloads
DSC_0198.jpg 75.11K 3 downloads
DSC_0195.jpg 73.19K 4 downloads
Edited by Lima31, 04 August 2011 - 08:25 PM.
#25
Posted 04 August 2011 - 09:38 PM
If anyone is interested in one let me know and i will let you know how much.
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