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I was just wondering if any body has used an automatic shifter with the manual look like the one in this link or does any one know of one that will work for the luv's stock tranny? http://www.jegs.com/p/Lokar/751162/10002/-1/10517

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i've got a stock auto shifter out of a '79 mikado

well the thing is i kinda want to get rid of the stock one and replace it with one of these ones on the jegs web site but am curious which one to get that will work

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This is for an auto trans, is that right???


I am pretty sure there are only two types so to speak.
One has even spaced detents.
The other has a double space detent between Reverse and Neutral. Or it may have been between Park and Reverse.

Either way the TH180 should be the latter the same as most other GM auto transmissions (that includes the 4 speed auto Isuzu boxes.)


Bob.

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Current project, 1979 KB Isuzu Ute.

Daily driver, '86 Rodeo Spacecab.
Chasing parts for Isuzu Impulse.

the problem with these is that there designed to mount to a GM trans (350/400/700R4) not that you couldnt make brackets to make it fit, but the throws would be wrong for an import trans. Thats why the the detent arm has multiple holes drilled in it? its to adjust the throws for the particular trans.

A.j.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykgDNjeTa0g

so is there a link any one has where i could find the right one or would i just have to end up making my own brackets?

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Pretty sure thats the way to go.
As fat as i am aware they are fairly universal. Cable shift means you can mount the shifter anywhere and then you just need a bracket for the other end. The shift linkage that goes on the box should be the std round with flats ground on each side.

Just need to be sure that the shifter you get has the right detent relationship. The double spacing thing.
Wouldnt be too hard for you to check.
You could cantact the shifter manufacturer, they will have a good idea of what it will fit and what it wont.


Bob.

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Current project, 1979 KB Isuzu Ute.

Daily driver, '86 Rodeo Spacecab.
Chasing parts for Isuzu Impulse.

so i contacted the manufacter and this is what they said

Hello Tyler,



We do not offer a Shifter that will work for that particular transmission at this time. Should the demand for that product increase, we may look into designing something that would work for that application. If you have anymore questions, please let me know. I will be glad to assist you.



Thank you,

Eric T
Tech Support
Lokar Performance Products, Inc.
10924 Murdock Drive
Knoxville, TN 37932

Wouldn't that be cool if there was enough intrest for them to make the Luv transmission it's very own shifter

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A good friend will bail you out of jail, and even better friend would be sitting in the cell with you saying how awesome that was!!!

Maybe your bracket and cable would work with some after market setup. We used to use early mustang automatic shifters on a lot of things. Also you could make a shifter post bent like you want to replace the one you have. Once you get it like you want you can have it powered coated or chromed...

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75 Luv, 350 V8, TH350, Camaro rearend. New 1975 Luv Step side. Stock for now.
Grandmaster of the "Shade Tree" way.. I can't see the yard for all the cars. Come on down and we will sit on the porch and watch the grass grow.

I like that idea alot lol alot cheaper than buying a whole new kit lol. Thanks Ty

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A good friend will bail you out of jail, and even better friend would be sitting in the cell with you saying how awesome that was!!!

Have a crack.

Bolt on hop up stuff is for them rice burner pussies.


Bob.

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Current project, 1979 KB Isuzu Ute.

Daily driver, '86 Rodeo Spacecab.
Chasing parts for Isuzu Impulse.