Name: Winters Sidewinder Shifter for 4L80E – Lockout Shifter
Brand: Winters Performance
SKU: 187-1B
Price: 309.24 USD
Availability: InStock

Pair of Art Carr style Winters Lockout Shifters set on a white background

Close-up of a winters lockout shifter with an integrated safety shift gate feature, labeled on a white background.

Winters shifter with side plate mounting instructions on a white background

Technical diagram of console dimensions for standard and universal side plate mounts with labeled parts and measurements.

Illustration of gate plate options for an Art Carr Winters Shifter with &

Winters Sidewinder Shifter for 4L80E – Lockout Shifter

Winters Lockout Shifter with Standard console mount with &

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The Winters Sidewinder Lockout Shifter for 4L80E is designed specifically for the 4L80E automatic transmission, this lockout configuration features a mechanical reverse lockout system that makes it physically impossible to accidentally shift into reverse from any forward gear.

The shifter comes fully assembled in a standard Winters plastic console and typically includes a 5-foot (3 travel) double-clip push-pull cable and mounting hardware. Shifters are also available without a cable if a custom length is required.

The lockout version includes a neutral safety switch, ensuring the vehicle can only be started when the shifter is in Park — adding critical protection for race and off-road builds.

Meets the safety requirements of most major American racing sanctioning bodies, including:

National Hot Rod Association (NHRA)
International Hot Rod Association (IHRA)
SCORE International
Best in the Desert (BITD)
NASCAR (Dirt and Pavement Modifieds/Late Models)
Sprint Cars (305, 360, 410)
Drag Racing
ULTRA4 Racing

Note: We highly recommend reading your specific rule book; it is essential for safety and technical compliance.

Transmission Compatibility: GM 4L80E
Shift Pattern: Standard or Reverse (specify configuration)
Lockout: Yes
Neutral Safety Switch: Yes
Cable: 5 ft, 3 travel (unless ordered without cable)
Mounting: Console or custom mount capable

GM 4L80E automatic transmissions
Requires appropriate standalone controller for electronic transmission operation
Ideal for LS swaps, Ultra4 builds, rock crawlers, diesel swaps, and drag applications

The 4L80E is a heavy-duty overdrive transmission commonly used in high-torque builds. Proper detent alignment is critical to prevent incomplete gear engagement or cable over-travel. The Winters Sidewinder lockout design ensures precise manual control while eliminating the risk of accidental reverse engagement under load.

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