Shift coupler bushings

Dpmulvan · 03-20-2015, 12:55 PM

I happened to find some shift coupler bushings in my box of parts. My question, is it really that hard to change them?I see that some recommend replacing the whole shift coupler and not bothering with the task.Any input appreciated.

jpnovak · 03-20-2015, 12:58 PM

Very easy to replace.

But if you have a shifter front console it will take extra time to remove it for access to the shifter.

Pelican Technical Article: Shifting Improvements - 911 (1965-86) - 930 Turbo (1975-86)

Dpmulvan · 03-20-2015, 03:24 PM

The shift coupler bushing is not under the front console it's between the seats in the back (access plate)

JJ 911SC · JJ 911SC's Garage

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Originally Posted by Dpmulvan

The shift coupler bushing is not under the front console it's between the seats in the back (access plate)

You need a press to get the old one out and the new one in.

Of course the press will cost you more than getting this one... Shift Coupler with new bushing and cone set screw

cabmandone · cabmandone's Garage

It's so easy a caveman could do it.

Seriously it's really easy. If you look on youtube Ed (the coupler whisperer) has a how to video. I rebuilt two of them and kept one for a spare although I seriously doubt I'll need it for no more than my car gets driven and the fact that I used the brass bushings in the one I put in.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAD0PoC8mzo

wacko · 03-20-2015, 05:27 PM

I replaced mine easily

Pstallo · 03-20-2015, 05:35 PM

If you don't have access to the equipment to replace the bushing, I would recommend replacing the whole shift coupler. I got a Wevo coupler and it was very easy to install.

jpnovak · 03-20-2015, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Dpmulvan

The shift coupler bushing is not under the front console it's between the seats in the back (access plate)

Yes, most of us know that. IMO, you should replace all 4 bushings at once. 2 in the coupler, 1 on the shift rod and one on the base of this shifter rod as the ball cup.

Baseline to stock and then make changes from there. I often see the shift rod support bushing have more wear than the rear shift coupler.

Wew · Wew's Garage

I did mine and it was ok. I was not happy with the result so I went with the coupler whisperer. He makes his own. U shines and for the small price on such an important part of the driving experience I would have him do it.
My 2 cents

Wew · Wew's Garage

Spell check. Still on pain meds. "He makes his own bushings"

Dpmulvan · 03-21-2015, 08:33 AM

Thank you gentlemen

CVDH · 03-21-2015, 09:05 AM

I was unaware that I needed a press when I did mine. I ran up the street and had a shop press the new ones in. I bought them a pizza for their trouble. Overall it was pretty easy. My old bushings were a nice oval shape!

77Targa0912 · 77Targa0912's Garage

No press needed. I used a vise, a few punches, and a hammer. Coupler Removal, bushing replacement, and installation back into the car took less than 20 min. This was my first time doing it and I watched the YouTube video first.

RSBob · RSBob's Garage

Just replaced mine with the Stromski unit sold by our host. I now get a grinding noise in first and second in the shifter. How should I adjust this?

TheSt|G · 03-22-2015, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by RSBob

Just replaced mine with the Stromski unit sold by our host. I now get a grinding noise in first and second in the shifter. How should I adjust this?

There is a collar on the shift rod that can be loosened so you can slide the rod in and out of the coupler to get the ideal adjustment.

yazhound · yazhound's Garage

It will help to have help. Much easier with four hands.

heimtun · 03-22-2015, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by yazhound

It will help to have help. Much easier with four hands.

OK, all work is done in such small places... how do another set of hands help?

jellonailer · 11:40 AM

The other hands can move the shifter lever slightly in the direction you need to adjust, or hold shifter right where you need it when you tighten down coupler end. If you have long arms you can do it alone.

yazhound · yazhound's Garage

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Originally Posted by jellonailer

The other hands can move the shifter lever slightly in the direction you need to adjust, or hold shifter right where you need it when you tighten down couple end.

Yes! Correct.

How2 · 05:12 PM

Hello

I read the 911 bushings are oval and the 914 are round.

Does anyone have the part # for the round 914 bushing , link to it? What material is this made of?
My car is apart and now is the time to replace the original part.

Was there a write up on why the OE are oval?

Thanks

BTW- I hear there are bushings made of Polygrahite and Derlin. What is the verdict from actual users?