Column Shift to Floor Shift

Oldsproject · 05-11-2008, 06:17 PM

Hey guys, been a long time since I've posted anything. Hope everyone is doing well.

Question for the experts. I'm considering changing the column shifter in my 1965 F-85 to a floor shift (automatic TH 350). 1. Is there a reccomended shifter/kit? 2. Is it difficult/anything to beware of?

I'd really like to find an old console and shifter from a similar vintage 442 if anyone has one but will settle for an aftermarket that works and looks good. Any thoughts and thanks.

J-(Chicago) · 05-11-2008, 06:58 PM

http://shiftworks.com/

Oldsproject · 05-11-2008, 07:07 PM

Thanks, but would also need a console?

joe_padavano · 05-12-2008, 07:36 AM

Do you have or plan to change to buckets? Factory shifters and consoles for a 65 are available if you want to go that route. Aftermarket shifters tend to have mini consoles that just cover the shifter. It's your call.

Oldsproject · 05-12-2008, 08:16 AM

Thanks Joe, I've got buckets and have the carpet and interior out so nows the time if I'm going to change up. I agree with you on the aftermarket stuff and the small consoles. Where can I get a factory console and shifter for the 65? Thanks again for your advice over the years.

joe_padavano · 05-12-2008, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Oldsproject

Thanks Joe, I've got buckets and have the carpet and interior out so nows the time if I'm going to change up. I agree with you on the aftermarket stuff and the small consoles. Where can I get a factory console and shifter for the 65? Thanks again for your advice over the years.

Good used is your only option. The 64-66 automatic consoles are all the same. Shiftworks sells shifter gates to turn that two speed shifter into a three or four speed shifter, depending on your trans selection.

redoldsman · 05-12-2008, 10:24 AM

There is a 66 console for sale on this site in the for sale forum right now.

05-11-2008, 06:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
Oldsproject Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 47	Column Shift to Floor Shift Hey guys, been a long time since I've posted anything. Hope everyone is doing well. Question for the experts. I'm considering changing the column shifter in my 1965 F-85 to a floor shift (automatic TH 350). 1. Is there a reccomended shifter/kit? 2. Is it difficult/anything to beware of? I'd really like to find an old console and shifter from a similar vintage 442 if anyone has one but will settle for an aftermarket that works and looks good. Any thoughts and thanks.

05-11-2008, 06:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
J-(Chicago) Seasoned beater pilot. Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,394	http://shiftworks.com/ __________________ I'd rather have a numbers matching poker hand.

05-12-2008, 07:36 AM	#4 (permalink)
joe_padavano Moderator Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Northern VA Posts: 1,159	Do you have or plan to change to buckets? Factory shifters and consoles for a 65 are available if you want to go that route. Aftermarket shifters tend to have mini consoles that just cover the shifter. It's your call. __________________ Joe Padavano 64 Jetstar 88 Conv 66 442 L-69 Conv 68 W-30 69 H/O 69 442 70 W-30 72 442 86 Caprice wagon (w/307 Olds)

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redoldsman Proud Viet Nam Veteran Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 81	There is a 66 console for sale on this site in the for sale forum right now. __________________ redoldsman

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05-11-2008, 07:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
Oldsproject Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 47	Thanks, but would also need a console?

05-12-2008, 08:16 AM	#5 (permalink)
Oldsproject Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 47	Thanks Joe, I've got buckets and have the carpet and interior out so nows the time if I'm going to change up. I agree with you on the aftermarket stuff and the small consoles. Where can I get a factory console and shifter for the 65? Thanks again for your advice over the years.

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