B&M 81052 Stealth Magnum Grip Pro Stick Black Automatic Shifter ...

The B&M Magnum Grip Pro Stick 3 & 4-SPD shifter #81040/#81043/ #81052 comes equipped with a three speed for-ward (standard) pattern gate that works with most popularthree speed automatic transmissions. To use these shifterswith a reverse pattern three speed automatic transmissionor a two speed automatic transmission you will need anoptional gate plate.The B&M Magnum Grip Pro Stick Powerglide shifter #81041/#81044 includes the two speed gate plate, cable bracketand the Powerglide special lever without the throttle valveshaft hole. For use with transbrakes and full manual valvebodies only.An aluminum mounting bracket is available for the B&M Mag-num Grip Pro Stick shifter with quick release pins to allowthe shifter to be removed and replaced quickly, or the shiftercan be mounted directly to the floor. An aluminum housing issupplied with the #81040 and #81041, or it can be purchasedseparately to provide a finished look to the shifter. The hous-ing can be used either with or without the mounting bracket.The shifter comes equipped with a neutral safety switch, andan optional backup light switch is available. The housingmay be easily trimmed and modified to fit.

The part numbers for the optional products are:Three speed reverse pattern gate plate

#80710

Four speed gate plate

#80712

Two Speed (Powerglide) gate plate

#80713

Mounting bracket

#80715

Aluminum housing

#80717

Back up light switch

#80609

Powerglide Cable Bracket

#70469

Magnum Grip w/Button Actuator

#81060

GM PRNDL bracket/lever kit #75498

The main mechanical components of this shifter are preci-sion factory assembled. Any modification or disassembly ofthese parts can cause shifter malfunction and will void thewarranty. You should disassemble only that which is detailedin the instructions.The vehicle should be 1-2 feet off the ground for ease of in-

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nstallation Instructions

Magnum Grip Pro Stick Shifter

(see www.bmracing.com for the latest fitment applications and model years)

Part #’s 81040,81041, 81043, 81044, & 81052

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stallation. Jack stands, wheel ramps or a hoist will work fine.Make sure the vehicle is firmly supported. Read through theseinstructions before beginning installation. If you do not un-derstand a particular step at first, go back and re-read thestep before proceeding.Warning: If your vehicle is equipped with a locking steeringcolumn, securing the column lock lever in the engine com-partment in the full up position will allow the wheel to lock andunlock but will allow the key to lock the wheel if the key isturned to “lock” while moving, or at any time. Securing thelock lever in any other position will prevent the wheel fromlocking at any time.If you are going to use a gate plate on the shifter, change itnow. Remove the two screws and three “E” rings that hold thegate plate on (See Figure #1). Remove the original gate plateand install the new gate plate. Replace the “E” rings and thescrews.NOTE:

To use the B&M Pro Stick with a GM 4L80E or

4L85E transmission equipped with a PRNDL switch youwill need the optional accessory kit #75498 otherwise youcan use the GM bracket supplied.

Step 1. Remove the stock shift linkage:Column Shifters: Remove all rods, levers or cables from thecolumn and the transmission. Place the column shifter leverin the park position. Remove the roll pin holding the shift leverto the column and remove the shift lever assembly.Console Shifters: Remove the shifter mechanism from theconsole. Disconnect and remove the rod or cable from thetransmission if so equipped.Note: Shifter installation may require console modification orcomplete console removal depending on your vehicle andavailable space.Step 2. If so equipped, pull the carpet away from the floor-board where the shifter is to be mounted. Locate the shifter inthe vehicle with the stick shifted to the rearmost gate positionand mark the position of the four mounting holes in the floor.Step 3. Remove the shifter mechanism and drill four mount-ing holes using a 9/32” drill bit. Mark the position of the shifter

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