01-03-2014, 01:33 PM
I don't know if I'd weld it in. You may want access to make an adjustment, replace a bushing, etc.... Mine had the Hurst shifter when I bought it. I put a 2" body lift on it when I got it because I thought I was going to end up putting a 351W in it. (Ended up with a 347) Anyway, I didn't run into any problems with either of the shifters when I did the body lift. I did have to change my steering shaft and install the clutch rod adapter. Some people have issues with the gas tank filler necks but mine was fine.
JD
JD