short shifter
07-07-2005, 11:29 AM
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Is there anyone out there that knows if i can find a short throw shifter for a 99 tacoma? I found one, but it makes it a little harder to shift up and down. Any suggestions/vendors/private sellers?
07-07-2005, 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Cape yota
I would use a weighted shift rod in conjunction with your short shifter. It takes away the "notchy" feel and makes the shifts smooth as silk.
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07-08-2005, 10:18 AM
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The weighted shift rod connects the shifter linkage to the shifting mechanism. The added weight (inertia) makes the shifts smoother. I installed a short shifter on my last Jetta, but noticed it was more difficult to shift. I then added a weighted shift rod and the throw was much easier.
07-08-2005, 10:25 AM
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Is there a 'shift linkage' on the Taco in question? Up to 95 anyway, the shift lever goes right into the top of the trans. http://www.marlincrawler.com/shortshift.html
07-08-2005, 10:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Flamedx4
Is there a 'shift linkage' on the Taco in question? Up to 95 anyway, the shift lever goes right into the top of the trans. http://www.marlincrawler.com/shortshift.html
07-08-2005, 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by valkyrie610
You are correct, there is not an external linkage.
07-08-2005, 09:27 PM
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get a heavy shift knob... thats what i did... made it way easier t oshift... however, it probably had long term negative effects like faster failure of the seat and bushing
07-08-2005, 09:44 PM
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The LC unit is made by B&M, you can save about $25 over LCs price and find a B&M delaer, I picked up one from Summit Racing. I'm designing a spacer to use it on my W56 tranny (neither of the 4- and 6-cyl Tacoma spacers fit). Really sweet unit BTW. You can clock the shifter 3 different directions and it is all modular, so it is nice to work with/on.
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