I'm thinking of installing a short shifter kit on my NSX. Anyone have any luck with this? Products? I'm a novice DIYer so nothing too fancy. Thank you.
Short Shifter
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If you can still find a ct engineering short shifter, they run about 150$ I bought mine new from eBay for like 80$ these are the only ones I think that shorten the fore and aft as well as side to side shifting. The ones sos sells only shorten the shift. But discontinued by ct.
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Something you may want to do if you remove the shifter stalk is to cut the weld, shorten the part that the shift knob screws on to, and reweld it. I shortened mine 1 in. I also have the CompTech (CT Engineering) short throw shift kit. I like both of these modifications. It does make the shift throw shorter, but it requires a little more pressure to make the shift from the loss of mechanical advantage. Some people leave off the CT part that shortens the left / right movement and install only the fore / aft movement reduction. Something else that I have done is install a Science of Speed (SOS) Shift Knob. https://www.scienceofspeed.com/inde...ro-polished-stainless-steel-nsx-all-year.html
This shifter knob is like day and night difference from the OEM knob.
Brad
This shifter knob is like day and night difference from the OEM knob.
Brad
IMO there is no need for a short shifter...just buy a type S shifter and cut it down to whatever height you desire. like this one:
http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/185320-NSX-R-Shift-Boot-shorter-Type-S-shift-stalk-Socal
http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/185320-NSX-R-Shift-Boot-shorter-Type-S-shift-stalk-Socal
I have that ^^^^^^ one. I had TiDave cut my stock one down.
Get a weighted shift knob, it help a lot. Careful of direct sunlight. It will heat up the knob pretty hot in the summer.
Get a weighted shift knob, it help a lot. Careful of direct sunlight. It will heat up the knob pretty hot in the summer.
With a short shifter I would recommend having strong arms to throw it in gear. As stated above the ct short shifter does require some man power to throw gears, but hey if you do not have power steering then you are already manly.:smile:
I bought the one from SOS. Somehow along the way I misplaced it and in need of buying another one. It's on the list of things to get done but I have the shorter stalk already
Thanks folks. I order the SOS one. Are there any threads on how to install. Pictures always help. Thanks
Typically SoS is pretty good with their install guides, which I have always had them included with the product. The real challenge will be removing the console without scratching it. Getting the top vent out can be a little tricky. Get the service manual online, also the SoS install guide, give them a read, and LMK if you have any questions.
Regards,
LarryB
Great Thanks LarryB. Much appreciated. Center console and vent are out. No problems. So just waiting on the kit.
OK, you are on the downhill then
It's also pretty tricky getting the shift cable clips off. Just be careful.
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You can increase the effect of short shifter by modifying both the top and bottom of the shifter.
I welded an extension to the bottom of the shifter with a stud positioned lower than the OEM stud. I left the OEM stud in place to provide two options.
I cut the top stock at the base and removed some length. I also straightened the stalk before rewelding it to the base to move it rearward to provide better ergonomics for my driving position.
I finished the mod by making a custom grip from delrin.
I welded an extension to the bottom of the shifter with a stud positioned lower than the OEM stud. I left the OEM stud in place to provide two options.
I cut the top stock at the base and removed some length. I also straightened the stalk before rewelding it to the base to move it rearward to provide better ergonomics for my driving position.
I finished the mod by making a custom grip from delrin.
I have been wanting to cut my shifting stalk and weld it back together as I now have a shiny new welder at my shop. Any recommendations or heads up in advance? Thank you, AJ
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I did this mod about 7 years ago so going from memory, here's what I did:
- Cut the stock off at the base.
- Straightened out the bend in the stock using a hammer and an anvil. (I wanted to eliminate the forward angle to move the shifter back to fit me better and to provide a bit more clearance from my gauges on the modified center console.)
- Removed about 3/4 inch from the bottom of the stalk.
- Tig welded the stock back onto the base.
- Made a bottom extension. (from memory, I probably used a piece of steel approximately 1/4" x 1/2" x 1")
- Drilled a hole in the bottom of the extension and tig welded a threaded bolt in the hole.
- Welded the extension to the bottom of the stalk.
These modifications provided an adjustable (2 position) shortened shifter. While the top shank is shortened, the bottom of the shifter has been lengthened with two different connecting points that can be used. The lengthened bottom of the shifter shortens the actual movement (throw) at the top of the shifter.
I use the new lower connecting point. It does take more physical force. It reduces the throw and shifting becomes a wrist action instead of a full arm push/pull action. In short, I like it and prefer it on the lower, short throw position.
Sorry I don't have any pics of the shifter mods other than the finished installation.
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That looks great. Thank you for posting some tips. BTW, your gauge set up looks awesome. I have never seen a console quite like yours. I'm sure this is going to bring forth many other questions.
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Thanks. Glad you like the console. I made it to fit the 5 gauges and a lot of other items.
I reduced the size of the boot opening to allow enough room for my iPhone. Under the stainless steel (flocked in black rayon) phone tray, I installed an AEM serial gauge and a fail safe methanol flow meter.
Here are some photos of the console showing the construction and a photo of the hidden gauges under the phone tray.
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