I have been looking for a shift plate for my 82 Firebird. They changed the plate style in 83 when the transmission was changed to a 4 speed with overdrive (Correct me if I am wrong). I have been searching the net for a plate but can't see anything for an 82. I don't think they are being made anymore, I see that yearone stock a 83 to 87 style. Does anyone know will that fit OK on the 82 Console?. I know the letters won't match up with my 82 plate but I can work around that. I found another place that stocks an 88-89 plate. It looks the same as the 83-87. What's the difference?. Anyone out there an expert on Shift Plates?.

Any help appreciated,

 

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...?siteid=213906

use p/n 10027460

82-4 should be (generally) the same (looked similar to the camaro console). 85-up changed to the vinyl padded style (radio pod seperate from the console).

 

Thanks for getting back to me. It would be great if an 83-84 plate will fit an 82 console. I suppose it's not possible to buy a new plate for an 82 (200C transmission). I know this is a long shot but does anyone know where I could try?.

Thanks

 

I've got my old plate sitting around somewhere but a very small chunk of the top corner on the driver's side has been broken off. There's also a small blemish on the clear plastic if I remember right. I've made a new plate out of aluminum since I changed over to a Hurst shifter.

 

My plate has got cracks around all the screw holes and some previous owner drilled a hole in it near the top right hand corner. Why this was done is a mistery to me. Since I am restoring the car I decided I may as well try and get a good or new shift plate. I didn't realise they are so hard to find.

 

Hi,

I have included some information for you in your search, assuming that you have not found what you were looking for as of yet.

Your trim plate number is: 1002 7460 (GM). That is for Firebird model years 1982-1984.

A good reference source to check for part numbers (besides your local GM parts department) is:

http://www.deadbird.org/pnfire/index.htm

They also include a search box to check the availbility of part numbers you input.

The following is a merchant on eBay that has a nice selection of parts and will look for specific parts if you email him.


"This page is maintained by perrypam (2555)

We are the automotive division of Quasar Enterprises located in St Louis MO. We strive to bring you the best in Camaro, Firebird, Fiero, and MR2 parts that we can get our hands on. Please take the time to read our complete auctions so there is not any surprises and if there are any questions at all, please email us before the end of the auction. We get in parts and cars on a fairly regular basis so if there is something you need, feel free to email us, if we don't have it in stock, we can add you to our needs list and when it comes in, we will email you a notice.

Missouri residents will have to pay Missouri Sales Tax of 6.075%

Visit their web page @ http://www.perrypam.com
email @ thirdgen@aol.com"

Good Luck!

Steve

 

Thanks Steve, I appreicate you posting this information for me. Having part numbers is a real help. I have bought a steering wheel from perryman on ebay a few weeks ago and it was in first class condition. I didn't know that they also source parts I will drop them a mail on Monday and see what they can do for me.

Thanks again