EARNHARDT INTIMIDATOR SS - Page 6

**Stefano** · #51 04-10-2003, 08:42 PM

Matt,
Thanks,Very cool info.

NCGuy68 · #52 04-10-2003, 11:52 PM

Matt,

Thanks for the info about the 427 block. It was my understanding that this was the block used by the GM "Vette" race teams. What other engine components make a '427' in your view?

Thanks for your reply.

MarkJack66 · #53 04-11-2003, 04:28 AM

Matt, My dad and I were huge DE Sr. fans, too. I lost my dad a year before Dale died, and when Dale died I lost another small part of my dad then as well. Thanks for the story, I always just knew he was a cool guy and you confirmed it. I loved to watch him race, and although I didn't always agree with all of his moves, lol, he did make it exciting. Thanks again for the great story, and Rest in Peace Big E.
Mark.

Chevy454 · #54 04-11-2003, 02:13 PM

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I have the factory Hurst shifter in my 00 SS Camaro. I installed a "Lou's Short Stick" handle only and eliminated my shifting problems. It does away with the rubber isolator between the handle and shifter. I can now power shift any gear with confidence.

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My car is also a Hurst car, but I almost wish it wasn't! The "regular" shifter in my brother's SS seems to have a better feel than my Hurst unit.

**hvychev** · #55 04-11-2003, 03:10 PM

Rob I agree with you on the Hurst thing. Our 01 SS also has the Hurst short throw unit as well and I am not that impressed with it.

NCGuy68 · #56 04-11-2003, 06:18 PM

Rob...Frank,

Try a 'short stick' of your choice and eliminate the rubber. Several sticks are on the market that will give you that 'notchy positive click' just like a 'ole Hurst Competition Plus. Some of the younger hard core drag racers around here like the following:

1. Quick Stick from www.LS1speed.com

2. T56 Short Handle from www.Spectaclesolutions.com

I watched a young local guy at Rockingham with a Quick Stick on a factory Hurst in a 'warmed-over' 01 SS. I could have sworn it was Ronnie Sox himself banging the gears!

The sticks are inexpensive and a breeze to change. I've heard that Hurst/Mr Gasket has a T handle that will screw onto the factory and after-market handles, althought I haven't seen one yet.

Of course, if you still think the factory Hurst sucks, the B&M Ripper and the Pro-5 are popular.

Seattle Sam · #57 04-12-2003, 03:04 AM

FWIW, a lot of guys here in the NW ( www.teamnwfbody.org ) have put the B&M Ripper in their fourth gen Camaros, and are happy with its performance.
-Sam

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