Console shifter conversion

-
demon322

demon322

FABO Gold Member
FABO Gold Member
Joined
Jul 5, 2007
Messages
542
Reaction score
98
Location
Arkansas
Question for those that have done it: is this everything mechanical I need to make this shifter work?

I already run a floor shift column but have been running a hurst v matic shifter.

Thanks!

IMG_4584.JPG
 
I converted from a floor shift Auto to a 4 Speed. That is all the parts I pulled off and sold.
 
Sedanman said:
yep,you also need the 3 console brackets
Click to expand...
I do have the front two brackets but it didn't come with the rear bracket. I'll have to find one. I know they are sold but I have only seen them sold as a 3 piece set.
 
Also. Looks like this happened in shipping. Looks like it could be repaired though. What are these made of? This isn't the thin plastic I guess I assumed they were.

IMG_4583.JPG
 
Fiberglass. I would file a damage claim since they didn't box it properly. Then you can take the $ and repair it.
 
I've never done anything like that but I need to look into it. The seller said he insured the package
 
You can make the rear bracket easy enough. It is nothing fancy and only supports the rear of the console. I fixed similar damage on mine.....glued the piece back in, possibly a little glass cloth on the inside for reinforcement, a little filler in the cracks and "stipple" it a little to try and match the console, then paint.
 
Sedanman said:
Fiberglass. I would file a damage claim since they didn't box it properly. Then you can take the $ and repair it.
Click to expand...
Does the seller make the claim or would I? He sent me a copy of the shipping receipt so I have all that info.
 
d55dave said:
You can make the rear bracket easy enough. It is nothing fancy and only supports the rear of the console. I fixed similar damage on mine.....glued the piece back in, possibly a little glass cloth on the inside for reinforcement, a little filler in the cracks and "stipple" it a little to try and match the console, then paint.
Click to expand...
I've never worked with fiberglass but this doesn't seem too bad.

Might have to go that route on the rear bracket as I'm sure it would be hard to find just that single piece.
 
demon322 said:
I've never worked with fiberglass but this doesn't seem too bad.
Click to expand...

I went through this just last week fixing the front and back of a console. Never worked with fiberglass either but once you get mixing the resin correct it's easy to work with.
 
Darticon said:
I went through this just last week fixing the front and back of a console. Never worked with fiberglass either but once you get mixing the resin correct it's easy to work with.
Click to expand...
Nice. So can I just buy one of those parts store fiberglass kits?
 
Did these consoles have a light for the shift indicator originally?
 
demon322 said:
Nice. So can I just buy one of those parts store fiberglass kits?
Click to expand...

I bought a kit but realized later that you could buy the resin, fiberglass mat and activator for MUCH cheaper at Lowes or Home Depot. I stopped in there to get some disposable brushes, neoprene gloves, and mixing cups.
I ended up mixing batches of resin in the lid off of a Tide container since it was such a small area. Took some photos if you wanted to see. I thought it was going to look terrible when I started but I'm pretty happy with the end results.

As for a light on the indicator, I'm not certain. The console I bought was just the plastic and the two top plates. I'm trying to install a B&M Quicksilver into it.
 
demon322 said:
Did these consoles have a light for the shift indicator originally?
Click to expand...

Yes. As for the damage, did you sign for it and see the damage to the packaging? I say that because getting a claim through with a green light can be tough and the freight companies will fight you tooth and nail for it.....
 
Darticon said:
I bought a kit but realized later that you could buy the resin, fiberglass mat and activator for MUCH cheaper at Lowes or Home Depot. I stopped in there to get some disposable brushes, neoprene gloves, and mixing cups.
I ended up mixing batches of resin in the lid off of a Tide container since it was such a small area. Took some photos if you wanted to see. I thought it was going to look terrible when I started but I'm pretty happy with the end results.

As for a light on the indicator, I'm not certain. The console I bought was just the plastic and the two top plates. I'm trying to install a B&M Quicksilver into it.
Click to expand...
Sure, I'd love to see some pictures of it.

Good tips. Will definitely hit up Home Depot for the supplies. Cheaper is a bonus ha.
 
SLOPAR72 said:
Yes. As for the damage, did you sign for it and see the damage to the packaging? I say that because getting a claim through with a green light can be tough and the freight companies will fight you tooth and nail for it.....
Click to expand...
Does anyone have a pic or info about the indicator light. I don't see anything like that on this one.

No, unfortunately I didn't sign for the package. I was at work and my aunt happened to be there so she signed. The box didn't look great as it was actually two boxes taped together with just a ton of shredded paper in there!

It seems like making a claim would be a headache. I feel the company that packed it should be held responsible but I don't know if it's worth fighting ups over. I'll just fix it as best as I can and move on.
 
demon322 said:
Sure, I'd love to see some pictures of it.

Good tips. Will definitely hit up Home Depot for the supplies. Cheaper is a bonus ha.
Click to expand...

The middle photos show the first layer of glass (about 4 sheets of mat thick). Pretty ugly. I rough power-sanded that down after it had cured and did a second layer - sanded again, and then did a smooth coat of resin without any mat - sanding to shape. I used this cheep-o multi-tool from Harbor Freight for the sanding. what a great little thing for under $20. Used an old dremel tool with the tiny cutting wheel to cut off the excess material.

My console was pretty roughed up with scratches and gouges so I sanded off most of the original texture and sprayed with a Rustolium fine texture black. For not working with it before, I was happy with how it came out. Now if I can just get it into the car right...

IMG_1571sm.jpg
IMG_1573sm.jpg
IMG_1574sm.jpg
IMG_1575sm.jpg
IMG_1593sm.jpg
IMG_1594sm.jpg
 
demon322 said:
Nice. So can I just buy one of those parts store fiberglass kits?
Click to expand...
Yep. It will have everything you need in it. Put the patch on the inside, overlap the damage with the cloth patch by 1" or so. Be sure the piece is positioned properly before glassing it in, I would hold it in position with some tape on the outside. Clean up with acetone or lacquer thinner.
 
Darticon said:
The middle photos show the first layer of glass (about 4 sheets of mat thick). Pretty ugly. I rough power-sanded that down after it had cured and did a second layer - sanded again, and then did a smooth coat of resin without any mat - sanding to shape. I used this cheep-o multi-tool from Harbor Freight for the sanding. what a great little thing for under $20. Used an old dremel tool with the tiny cutting wheel to cut off the excess material.

My console was pretty roughed up with scratches and gouges so I sanded off most of the original texture and sprayed with a Rustolium fine texture black. For not working with it before, I was happy with how it came out. Now if I can just get it into the car right...

View attachment 1715033581 View attachment 1715033582 View attachment 1715033583 View attachment 1715033584 View attachment 1715033585 View attachment 1715033586
Click to expand...
Wow! That looks great friend. Looks like it was never even damaged. If mine comes out half as nice I'll be pumped. Thanks for sharing and for the tips.
 
d55dave said:
Yep. It will have everything you need in it. Put the patch on the inside, overlap the damage with the cloth patch by 1" or so. Be sure the piece is positioned properly before glassing it in, I would hold it in position with some tape on the outside. Clean up with acetone or lacquer thinner.
Click to expand...
Just to make sure I understand - use the original piece that broke out and tape it in place on the outside and put the patch on the inside? I feel a lot better about attempting this after hearing from you all. Thanks for that.
 
demon322 said:
Wow! That looks great friend. Looks like it was never even damaged. If mine comes out half as nice I'll be pumped. Thanks for sharing and for the tips.
Click to expand...
demon322 said:
Just to make sure I understand - use the original piece that broke out and tape it in place on the outside and put the patch on the inside? I feel a lot better about attempting this after hearing from you all. Thanks for that.
Click to expand...

Thanks!

Since you have the piece that broke out, I would definitely use it.

I'd suggest flipping the console over and get that piece back in place using some masking tape on the outside face and patch it from the back. Wait for that to set and then fill in the visible side.

If that piece fits tight you may be able to get by just using a 2-part epoxy and for-go the mess of fiberglass. The fiberglass seemed really strong though.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
-

Back
Top