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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.

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

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........

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

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

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

Did it come with detailed instructions?

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

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!

Quote, originally posted by kerrykerrykerry »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.

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.

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

Nah, you should be fine

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!

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

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

Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 »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

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...

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

Quote, originally posted by Mario »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+

Quote, originally posted by tcam »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

Quote, originally posted by tcam »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.

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!!!

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

Looks nice, have fun banging those gears.

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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Nice one Mario!

Quote, originally posted by Mario »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

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!!!

Quote, originally posted by Psychobroker »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?

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.

Quote, originally posted by Mario »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.