Name: Winters Sidewinder Shifter for Ford C-4 - Lockout Shifter
Brand: Winters Performance
SKU: 357-1B
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 Ford C-4 - Lockout Shifter

Winters Lockout Shifter with Standard console mount with &

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The Art Carr - Winters SideWinder Lockout Shifter for Ford C-4 is Designed specifically for the Ford C-4 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 lockout design also helps meet many racing body safety requirements.

This 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.

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: Ford C-4
Shift Pattern: Available in Standard or Reverse (specify configuration)
Lockout: Yes
Neutral Safety Switch: Yes
Cable: 5 ft, 3 travel (unless ordered without cable)
Mounting: Console or flat-mount capable

Ford C-4 automatic transmissions
Requires correct C-4 linkage kit (Winters P/N 3595)
Ideal for manual valve body or performance applications

The Ford C-4 is a popular lightweight performance transmission in drag racing and off-road builds. Pairing it with a Winters lockout shifter ensures precise manual control while eliminating the risk of accidental reverse engagement — especially important in high-RPM or high-vibration environments.

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