sswanson

Can anybody tell me if this a 70 W31 shifter. Sold my fathers undocumented W31 last month. Ran across this in my hunt for the dampener and not sure what this is. Could be for sale?

dragline

the case number on my 70w30 is 190332p , not sure how to break down the number.

sswanson

Thanks I've been searching. Can't put it together. Pretty sure it's the real deal just need someone to confirm.

70Post

The bolt-in shifter handle and handle receiver make me think it's a non-factory Hurst shifter. The factory shifters used a push-in handle with no bolts. Shifter rods appear to be non-factory as well with their finish and the "etched" numbers printed on them.

Then again, maybe someone modded the original shifter and added the "bolt in" handle hardware.

The linkage hardware (clips, bushings, etc) don't look like original factory stuff either....probably an over-the-counter kit of those items. Shifter handle itself is not a console-equipped style handle. Is the car a non-console setup?

sswanson

Yes non console car..thanks for the input..was hoping it was something that could be used by someone looking for original.

joe_padavano

And while this does appear to be an aftermarket shifter, just an FYI: there's no such thing as a "W-31" shifter. All 1970-72 Oldsmobiles with four speed used the same shifter. The only difference was console vs. non-console handle.

sswanson

That's why I'm here. You guys know these things. Thanks everone.