{"product_id":"powerglide-winters-shifter","title":"Winters Sidewinder PowerGlide Gated Shifter","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWinters SideWinder Automatic Shifter \u003cbr\u003efor \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePowerglide Transmission\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike standard shifters that rely on spring-loaded levers, the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eArt Carr - Winters SideWinder Gated Shifter for Powerglide utilizes a mechanical guard bar and a stepped steel gate to govern gear selection. This design eliminates the risk of \"jamming\" common in spring-actuated systems and ensures positive gear engagement through physical stops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe gate is engineered with a fail safe physical barrier that prevents the shift rod from entering the reverse gate from any forward gear. To reach reverse, the operator must intentionally navigate the rod through a specific offset in the steel gate, making an accidental shift into reverse mechanically impossible during high-speed forward operation. Each Winters Powerglide automatic gated shifter arrives fully assembled in its own console and includes the hardware you need to get it installed quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully assembled Winters SideWinder Powerglide Gated Shifter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 ft. shifter cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShift linkage hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated steel safety guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"details__header\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" height=\"14\" width=\"14\"\u003e\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" class=\"vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" class=\"horizontal\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Powerglide Winters SideWinder Gated Shifter\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuard Bar: Mechanical, fail-safe design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable Length: 5 ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Steel safety gate with Winters-engineered shift mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation: No springs, no levers, no jam points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation: Includes cable \u0026amp; hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"details__header\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" height=\"14\" width=\"14\"\u003e\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" class=\"vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" class=\"horizontal\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Winters SideWinder Powerglide Race Shifter can be installed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerglide Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFor those mounting the shifter into a custom center console or tube chassis, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/winters-shifter-mount-no-console\"\u003eWide Open Design Shifter Mounting Brackets\u003c\/a\u003e provide a rigid foundation that prevents shifter \"flex\" during aggressive gear changes. It is pre-drilled for a bolt-on fit with the Sidewinder housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"details__header\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" height=\"14\" width=\"14\"\u003e\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" class=\"vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" class=\"horizontal\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"403\" data-start=\"21\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"95\" data-start=\"21\"\u003e1. Why is the Winters SideWinder popular for Powerglide transmissions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"98\" data-start=\"95\"\u003eThe Powerglide is a favorite in drag racing, sand cars, and lightweight off-road builds because of its simplicity and strength. The Winters SideWinder Gated Shifter matches that mindset with a rugged mechanical gated design that delivers fast, repeatable shifts without complicated lockouts or spring-loaded mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"721\" data-start=\"405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"472\" data-start=\"405\"\u003e2. Do I need a Standard Gate or Reverse Gate for my Powerglide transmission shifter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"475\" data-start=\"472\"\u003eThat depends on your valve body setup. A standard automatic Powerglide uses a Standard Gate, while race-prepped Powerglides with a reverse manual valve body require a Reverse Gate so the shifter positions correctly match the transmission pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1047\" data-start=\"723\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"799\" data-start=\"723\"\u003e3. Is the included 5-foot cable enough for most Powerglide applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"802\" data-start=\"799\"\u003eYes. The included 5-foot heavy-duty cable fits many front-engine drag cars, street rods, and buggy builds. Longer cable options are available for rear-engine layouts, stretched chassis, or custom routing around headers and suspension components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1358\" data-start=\"1049\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1109\" data-start=\"1049\"\u003e4. How do I properly adjust the shifter on a Powerglide Transmission?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1112\" data-start=\"1109\"\u003eSet both the shifter and transmission in Neutral before adjusting the cable at the transmission bracket. Since the Powerglide has fewer gear positions, proper centering is critical to ensure full engagement into Park, Reverse, Neutral, and Drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"Winters Performance","offers":[{"title":"Winters Powerglide Console Mount Shifter \/ Stock Pattern","offer_id":56334934868134,"sku":"507-1","price":273.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Winters Powerglide Console Mount Shifter \/ Reverse Pattern","offer_id":56334934900902,"sku":"507-2","price":273.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Winters Powerglide Top Mount Shifter \/ Stock Pattern","offer_id":56334934933670,"sku":"507-1-9103","price":273.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Winters Powerglide Top Mount Shifter \/ Reverse Pattern","offer_id":56334934966438,"sku":"507-2-9112-6128","price":273.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/8394\/6406\/files\/Powerglide-Winters-Shifter-Console-Mount-Universal-1.jpg?v=1777395918","url":"https:\/\/wideopendesign.com\/products\/powerglide-winters-shifter","provider":"Wide Open Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}