HURST Mastershift 3-Speed Installation Kit User Manual

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WORK SAFELY: Perform this on a good clean level surface for maximum safety and with the engine
turned “off”. Apply parking brake and place blocks or wedges in front of and behind both rear wheels
to prevent movement in either direction.
CAUTION: To avoid any possibility of bodily injury or damage to vehicle, do not attempt disconnect or
installation until you are confident that the vehicle is safely secured and will not move.
ATTENTION: Due to variations in the auto manufacturing tolerances, the transmission rods supplied
with this kit may require slight bending to clear any obstructions, etc. Protect the threads while
bending. BEND RODS COLD! – DO NOT APPLY HEAT!
Disconnect the 1
st
-Reverse rod at the transmission control arm only. The stock 1
st
-Reverse rod is to
remain connected to the steering column lever. Remove 2
nd
-3
rd
stock linkage completely at both
ends.
1. Assemble the bracket and brace bolt, split-lockwasher and hex-nut as shown in exploded assembly
drawing.
2. Disconnect the speedometer cable coupling from the transmission and pass it through the hole in
the shifter mounting bracket. Re-connect the cable coupling to the transmission. Attach the bracket
and the stiffener brace assembly to the transmission as shown in assembly view, use the stock
transmission bolts. Tighten all bolts after all have been started.
3. Pierce a small hole through the floor directly in line with the top shifter mounting hole in the bracket,
about one inch away from the surface of the bracket. Use this pierced hole as a center to cut a hole
large enough to clear the shifter. The hole should have ¼” clearance around shifter
4. Install the shifter on the bracket and brace assembly (enlarge the opening in the floor tunnel, if
necessary). Tighten all the mounting hardware.
5. Assemble the arms with the respective rods using the bushings and spring clips. Refer to the
exploded assembly drawing and select the correct rods from the parts list according to the vehicle
(late or early). Thread rod adjusting buttons onto rods. Refer to the separate shifter alignment
instruction sheet for further directions to align and assemble linkage.
After the linkage has been connected and the shifter is operating properly, connect the backdrive
linkage to the 1-R arm. Refer to the instructions on page 2 for proper connection.
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Installation Instructions
Mastershift 3-Speed Installation Kit
Fits: 1965-1973 Mustang V6 & V8 w/console and V6 w/out console
1967-1969 Mercury Cougar V8 / 1963 Mercury Meteor V8
Catalog# 3677640

HURST Mastershift 3-Speed Installation Kit Specifications

General

Number of Speeds	3
Material	Steel
Finish	Chrome
Installation Type	Floor
Includes	Shifter

Summary

Safety and Precautions

Work Safely Guidelines

Perform installation on a level surface with engine off, apply parking brake and block wheels.

Vehicle Security Caution

Ensure vehicle is safely secured and will not move before attempting installation.

Transmission Rod Bending Instructions

Transmission rods may need slight bending; protect threads and bend cold, never apply heat.

Installation Steps

Step 1: Bracket and Brace Assembly

Assemble bracket and brace with bolt, lockwasher, and hex-nut as shown in exploded assembly drawing.

Step 2: Speedometer Cable and Bracket Attachment

Disconnect speedometer cable, pass through bracket, reconnect, and attach bracket/brace to transmission.

Step 3: Floor Hole Cutting

Pierce and cut a floor hole approx. 1 inch from bracket, allowing ¼” clearance for shifter.

Step 4: Shifter Installation

Install shifter onto bracket and brace assembly; tighten all mounting hardware.

Step 5: Linkage and Rod Assembly

Assemble arms, rods, bushings, clips; select correct rods per vehicle; thread adjusting buttons.

Backdrive Linkage Connection

Connect backdrive linkage to the 1-R arm after shifter operation is confirmed.

Technical Service and Support

Technical Service Department

Hurst offers a technical service department for questions, product info, and recommendations.

Customization Options

Hurst offers custom T-Handles and knobs to tailor the shifter to driver preference.

Contact Information

Technical service, correspondence, and warranty questions directed to Hurst Performance Products.