MY NEW TWM.

kerrykerrykerry · Post by **kerrykerrykerry** » Fri Jun 23, 2006 2:51 pm

Just got this baby today for the meager price of 212$, thanks to TWM's student discount. This shortshifter is MUCHO better than the TRD one, Which I just so happen to have for sale (make an offer if you would like it, has everything). Nice solid short shifts.PERIOD. Bolted it Straight to the steel of the car, No spacers. I had the brass spacers, But dont need them anymore, either. (make an offer if you would like em)BEFORE:ugly shifter with a short boot....THE NEW PIECENo need for the spacers.... AFTER:VERY short shifter in need of a new boot....I give this part a 9.4 out of 10, because i didnt fully engage 5th gear on the highway, and i thought i broke another tranny....scared me Exellent product.

tcam · Post by **tcam** » Sat Jun 24, 2006 6:22 am

I'm jealous. Did u install that your self?

kerrykerrykerry · Post by **kerrykerrykerry** » Sat Jun 24, 2006 3:30 pm

Yea, i did. It took almost exactly an hour for me to get it installed, but i've been itching to install something new on my car for the past few months. Next, im gonna order some hotchkis sways.....that will be a fun install........

tcam · Post by **tcam** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 1:46 am

from what I've heard, installing a new shifter is pretty involved. Did u run into any problems with it?

Shadow-Vibe · Post by **Shadow-Vibe** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 2:54 am

Make sure you have someone to help you with the front sway bar. I could not do it by myself.

kerrykerrykerry · Post by **kerrykerrykerry** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 12:35 pm

No problems whatsoever. Just take your time installing it if it is your first time disassembling the shifter.

tcam · Post by **tcam** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 4:46 am

Did it come with detailed instructions?

kerrykerrykerry · Post by **kerrykerrykerry** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 1:38 pm

yea, the instructions were decent, the pictures are a little dark, but very straight forward and easy. I just was not sure if I needed to put my brass spacers back in place , so i didnt

Merzbow · Post by **Merzbow** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 2:33 pm

Darm that is short! I bet it feels real nice.I installed a TRD short throw with the spacers and all that cutting on a buddy's VIbe and I don't even have a manual trans nor have I ever owned one so it isn't THAT bad. Took me a little over an hour.Wow that looks real nice without all that white plastic!

Mrizzle05 · Post by **Mrizzle05** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 6:01 am

Quote, originally posted by kerrykerrykerry Â»I give this part a 9.4 out of 10, because i didnt fully engage 5th gear on the highway, and i thought i broke another tranny....scared me Exellent product. So maybe the spacers go there for a reason!!! Well mines on the way... is disassembling the shifter trim hard or what needs to be removed to install the TWM.Thanks.

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 6:52 am

Hey Mike,The hardest part is the ball cup - you'll know what I mean. Even then, it's simple. This was one of the easiest installs, just take your time and make sure to grease properly.

Mrizzle05 · Post by **Mrizzle05** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 6:54 am

Hey... whats up.Thanks for the info.Ill figure it out... just wanna clarify anything i might end up doing wrong.

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Mon Jul 10, 2006 7:26 am

Nah, you should be fine

Mario · Post by **Mario** » Sun Jul 16, 2006 11:03 am

I just installed my TWM short shift, new leather boot, and TWM .44 Magnum shift knob.Overall, the process was pretty easy, although I did run into a problem with those springs on the shift cables.I would definitely recommend the short throw shifter, though. The ride is great!

Mrizzle05 · Post by **Mrizzle05** » Sun Jul 16, 2006 11:42 am

I wanted that one.... i got the type r one insted. it was too much money for my blood!!!

Mrizzle05 · Post by **Mrizzle05** » Mon Jul 17, 2006 6:28 am

GOT MINE in today!!! looks more complicated then i thought. and you need a vice and other nifty gadgets some of us simpletons do not own.So my buddy is gonna help me put it in. pics to come

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Mon Jul 17, 2006 8:02 am

Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 Â»GOT MINE in today!!! looks more complicated then i thought. and you need a vice and other nifty gadgets some of us simpletons do not own.So my buddy is gonna help me put it in. pics to comeI didn't have a vice, and used a couple of bricks instead

Mrizzle05 · Post by **Mrizzle05** » Mon Jul 17, 2006 10:54 am

My buddy is gonna help me do it... but the downside is it wont be in till friday!!! But its all good once its in that thumb will be like this...

Mario · Post by **Mario** » Tue Jul 18, 2006 12:10 pm

I'd rather spend the few extra bucks and get something I'm really satisfied with.

tcam · Post by **tcam** » Tue Jul 18, 2006 12:19 pm

Quote, originally posted by Mario Â»I'd rather spend the few extra bucks and get something I'm really satisfied with.I agree with u on that, except these weighted knobs are like $50+

Mrizzle05 · Post by **Mrizzle05** » Tue Jul 18, 2006 3:07 pm

Quote, originally posted by tcam Â»I agree with u on that, except these weighted knobs are like $50+ Yeah but when you actually feel the knob its soooo nice. its heavy and when i get it on it should be even better

Mario · Post by **Mario** » Wed Jul 19, 2006 11:22 am

Quote, originally posted by tcam Â»I agree with u on that, except these weighted knobs are like $50+ Once the shifter came in I was so impressed with the fabrication that I decided the shift knob was worth it. It turns out that I was right, the knob is very high quality.

Mrizzle05 · Post by **Mrizzle05** » Fri Jul 21, 2006 2:45 pm

The shifter knob is soooo nice!!! i finally got it in today.My only thing is shifting to fifth gear the spring inside hits the shift boot and makes a clack noise.But it shifts smooth looks good. now i need a new shift bood... redline her i come!!!

Mrizzle05 · Post by **Mrizzle05** » Sat Jul 22, 2006 2:44 am

MY TWM IS INSTALLED CHECK OUT MY CAR DOMAIN IN MY SIG FOR PHOTOS UNTILL I PUT THEM IN MY GARAGE!!THANKS

Mario · Post by **Mario** » Sun Jul 23, 2006 3:01 am

Looks nice, have fun banging those gears.

Mario · Post by **Mario** » Sun Jul 30, 2006 4:07 am

I figured I would join in and show off my new short shift and boot.I like the look, but the feel of the shorter and smoother shifts is my favourite part.

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Raven · Post by **Raven** » Sun Jul 30, 2006 4:16 am

Nice one Mario!

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 1:33 am

Quote, originally posted by Mario Â»I figured I would join in and show off my new short shift and boot.I like the look, but the feel of the shorter and smoother shifts is my favourite part.Lookin' good, and I couldn't agree more with the quality, feel, and smoothness of the TWM SS. I just finished installing an RPS turboclutch/organic disc + MWR flyweel and AMSoil MTG lube...wow, what a difference! The lube alone made the shifts even smoother than the AMSoil severe gear lube I had in there. Highly recommended And Mike - your Vibe's lookin' SWEET! Lot's of awesome work there, and in a short time too

Mrizzle05 · Post by **Mrizzle05** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 1:44 am

thanks... to bad everythings on hold for a while... cuz the rims.I was working on a 3-pod pillar but cant do it yet. i have the pod pillar just gotta get a spare a-pillar to work with. but cant spend money.Glad to hear you got all your work done. You need to come out here and give me a ride in your car!!!

Mario · Post by **Mario** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 11:15 am

Quote, originally posted by Psychobroker Â»Lookin' good, and I couldn't agree more with the quality, feel, and smoothness of the TWM SS. I just finished installing an RPS turboclutch/organic disc + MWR flyweel and AMSoil MTG lube...wow, what a difference! The lube alone made the shifts even smoother than the AMSoil severe gear lube I had in there. Highly recommended And Mike - your Vibe's lookin' SWEET! Lot's of awesome work there, and in a short time too Did you install the clutch yourself? I hear it's pretty involved... any problems?

Mrizzle05 · Post by **Mrizzle05** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 11:57 am

since hes not on right now... he had it done at a shop. He was having quite a bit of work done. brakes, clutch, lubricants.

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Tue Aug 01, 2006 6:09 am

Quote, originally posted by Mario Â»Did you install the clutch yourself? I hear it's pretty involved... any problems?No sir, I had it installed at a very well-respected tranny shop in Culver City, CA. They had no problems, except that the pedal is SOFTER than stock. That took (still taking) a little getting used to, but the clamping power is noticably stronger. Very good clutch.

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