Does anyone have the shifter and the whole complete housing thank you or know of anyplace I can get them!!!
(http://i1069.photobucket.com/albums/u479/Logan_Zehr/IMG_0265_zps1430449c.jpg) (http://s1069.photobucket.com/user/Logan_Zehr/media/IMG_0265_zps1430449c.jpg.html)
Find a shifter for '70's into '80's Ford Pinto, Fairmont, Mustang, I used mid 70's Pinto.
Eddie
I found a new NOS shifter from a Ford Pinto/Mustang II/Granada, and got my shift bezel from Mustangs Unlimited made for a 74-78 Mustang II. Direct fit into our Eagles. A little pricey for my completely brand new set-up, but you can find used ones on that famous auction site. Just search "Ford Mustang II Shifter", and see what you find.
thanks!!! I will start looking.
Hey tlc87eagle, you have a pic of what that looks like all done?
Thanks
Quote from: TLC87Eagle on April 29, 2013, 11:19:40 AM
and got my shift bezel from Mustangs Unlimited made for a 74-78 Mustang II.
I looked at that shift bezel on the Mustangs Unlimited site, and it looks really sweet! Added to my wish list. Does it fit in the gauge console? Thanks.
Quote from: vangremlin on April 29, 2013, 11:10:38 PM
Quote from: TLC87Eagle on April 29, 2013, 11:19:40 AM
and got my shift bezel from Mustangs Unlimited made for a 74-78 Mustang II.
I looked at that shift bezel on the Mustangs Unlimited site, and it looks really sweet! Added to my wish list. Does it fit in the gauge console? Thanks.
I second that request
Here's what my set-up looks like guys. I think it looks better than the stock AMC shifter.
(http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/vv231/BigTLC87/DSCN5215.jpg) (http://s687.photobucket.com/user/BigTLC87/media/DSCN5215.jpg.html)
(http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/vv231/BigTLC87/DSCN5214.jpg) (http://s687.photobucket.com/user/BigTLC87/media/DSCN5214.jpg.html)
(http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/vv231/BigTLC87/DSCN5217.jpg) (http://s687.photobucket.com/user/BigTLC87/media/DSCN5217.jpg.html)
The bezel from Mustangs Unlimited for a Mustang II is a direct bolt in, and better yet, it is actually metal instead of the cheap plastic ones AMC used. 100% same dimensions as the stock one though, so no issues with fit with the center console option.
The NOS Pinto/Mustang II shifter is also a direct bolt in. The only thing required on this shifter to adapt it to our Eagles is to drill one small hole (less than 1/8", I can't remember the exact size ;D) for the screw to mount the Eagles stock gear indicator and light assembly. Also better than stock is the easily removable T-handle that comes off by taking out a small allen head screw, unlike the stock one which the service manual says to remove with a hammer, and block of wood (which I was never able to successfully do), but now I'll never have to. :rotfl:
Quote from: TLC87Eagle on April 30, 2013, 11:38:54 AM
Here's what my set-up looks like guys. I think it looks better than the stock AMC shifter.
(http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/vv231/BigTLC87/DSCN5215.jpg) (http://s687.photobucket.com/user/BigTLC87/media/DSCN5215.jpg.html)
Is the black part on the handle metal or plastic? I like the looks of the Ford shifter but the metal ones are too cold to the touch for me so I still prefer the Eagle shifter.
Quote from: priya on April 30, 2013, 12:58:29 PM
Is the black part on the handle metal or plastic? I like the looks of the Ford shifter but the metal ones are too cold to the touch for me so I still prefer the Eagle shifter.
priya, the black part of the t-handle is plastic with metal end caps, also the push button is also black plastic. Which is why I choose this one over the chrome ones. The plastic is a good insulator and doesn't transfer heat, so it doesn't get cold in the winter, or burn your hand in the summer. Even the button won't get hot in the summer like the stock ones would on a blistering hot day. Feels just like the original when shifting, and looks more spiffy with the chrome.
I found this was actually cheaper than getting a stock NOS one from the Jeep dealer. They want $500 for the whole assembly, that is if they still have them, cause last time I checked was over 10 years ago. I changed mine to this because my old one's cable broke, and I was just bumping through the gears for a year, or two, which is pretty unsafe. So I decided to upgrade to this. :)
BTW, this whole set-up ran me around $135, which isn't too bad for having everything brand new. Try getting a Hurst shifter for that price. 8)
How come I can not find the bezel on mustang unlimited? Where in the world do I look? I can find all the Mustang parts just not the II bezel. Did you get Everything from there or did the shifter it self come from some where else?
I found one that has the whole shifter for sale but the t handle is missing the button to push in to change gears, Will the one from the eagle work?
Here's the link for the bezel.
http://www.mustangsunlimited.com/Mustang/Interior/Billet-Accessories/Shifter-Bezels-Knobs/Shifter-Bezel-1974-1978-Mustang-II-Automatic-Transmission.axd (http://www.mustangsunlimited.com/Mustang/Interior/Billet-Accessories/Shifter-Bezels-Knobs/Shifter-Bezel-1974-1978-Mustang-II-Automatic-Transmission.axd)
It says the shifter seal is sold separately, so I ordered one with the bezel. It turns out mine came with one already installed, but at least I have an extra one now. ;D
I bought the shifter separately from the world famous auction site. It was a complete unit with t-handle and all.
The lister at the time was charging $80, I believe he wants $120 nowadays for a complete one.
ok thank you!
Hey thanks for the pics! That is so cool, my plastic one has been cracked for years and looks like .......
Can't wait to replace it soon now!
Quote from: TLC87Eagle on April 30, 2013, 05:12:50 PM
I bought the shifter separately from the world famous auction site. It was a complete unit with t-handle and all.
The lister at the time was charging $80, I believe he wants $120 nowadays for a complete one.
There is another source listed online for $95.
You can move it where ever.
I got a good spare shifter out of an early 80s mustang fox body for $10, they are exactly the same as the stock Eagle shifter. My nearby parts yard had at least 3 of them, and they hardly have any cars.
Can you get me one for 10 dollars lol
Quote from: TLC87Eagle on April 30, 2013, 05:12:50 PM
Here's the link for the bezel.
http://www.mustangsunlimited.com/itemdy00.asp?T1=ASB5+01 (http://www.mustangsunlimited.com/itemdy00.asp?T1=ASB5+01)
It says the shifter seal is sold separately, so I ordered one with the bezel. It turns out mine came with one already installed, but at least I have an extra one now. ;D
I bought the shifter separately from the world famous auction site. It was a complete unit with t-handle and all.
The lister at the time was charging $80, I believe he wants $120 nowadays for a complete one.
Thanks for posting that Link. I searched and searched and couldn't find the bezel on thier web site. Ordered mine this morning.
Hi, what is the correct part # to replace the AMC shift seal? I found numerous ones from 70's/80's Mustangs but there are a few options and I'd like to buy the right seal the first time ;-)
I replaced the whole bezel with a 74-78 mustang II, when I flipped the original over it had the Ford part number starting with D4 which is 74. It fit perfectly I'm sure if you buy the seal for those years it will be what you want. The new bezel that I got has more chrome than the original.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/For-Ford-Mustang-II-1974-1978-ACP-Shift-Selector-Bezel/233806668410?fits=Year%3A1974%7CModel%3AMustang+II&epid=655298651&hash=item366ff6a27a:g:aV4AAOSw59JfyLBN
Tom H
Thanks, Tom. So far I found D1 and C5 part numbers. I will keep looking because my shifter is fine so if I can just replace the seal that is my first choice.
Edit: It appears that part # D1FZ7351 or D1FZ-7351 will fit. The reason I say that is here is the complete bezel:
https://restorationpartssource.com/store/automatic-shifter-selector-bezel-with-dial-1974-1978-mustang-all-classic-parts-details.html
and here is the corresponding rubber seal:
https://restorationpartssource.com/store/automatic-transmission-shifter-seal-1974-78-mustang-daniel-carpenter-details.html