Pistol out and round ball in?

I've never driven one that's comfortable. All of them twist your wrist towards the front of the car. They are super cool, but very uncomfortable for driving. At least for ME.
Maybe if it were locate a few inches back. My A833OD will be in a custom location.
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Product ID: SM-PRESS-R
SM-PRESS-R REBUILT HURST SHIFTER MECHANISM 1968-71 A/B/E, ALSO 1976-87 DODGE TRUCK, PRESS-IN
Hey fellas, just found this. Does this mean that I CAN just pull the pistol out and slip in the round ball?
Not sure. Not cheap at $200. I'd do it Rusty's way.