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Thanks to your video, I knew what to expect when installing my short shift kit. Here are a few additional tips and tricks for installing this modification.
A small step ladder makes it easy to crawl in and out of the boot of the Emira.
The inside body of my short shifter needed a bit of clearance with a metal file to fit. I've attached photos below.
I also used a little grease on the cotter pin post and inside the body of the short shifter to help it slide into place.
Before the installation, I adjusted my short shifter bolt and moved it into the middle setting for about a 50% decrease in the throw (it comes set at about 45%). I'm VERY happy with the results! The shift throw reduction is substantial. It makes shifting into first and second gear much easier. There used to be a bit of a rubbery squish feeling when shifting down into first gear, which has now been eliminated. Sport shifting from first to second gear seems quicker and less notchy. Overall, shifting seems more mechanical and precise.
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The shift kit is worth it and makes it even more fun IMO!I was hoping to hear this.
Especially if shifting from 1st to 2nd is easier.
This car is so fun already, I wasn't sure if I wanted to do this anymore.
Apologies in advance, I know you've already answered this question, but I feel obligated to ask again. I don't' have too much problem with the factory shift feel, though it is a bit long. I would just like a more precise shift feel, particularly when shifting from 1st to 2nd. More precision would be an excellent improvement. If this helps provide a more positive confident engagement in that 1 -2 shift it would be a very beneficial enhancement. It feels when you make that 1 -2 shift at hard throttle and high RPM's you really need to be very focused (and slow) to ensure a good shift. If it helps with that and feels more natural in the process it would be a big improvement.The shift kit is worth it and makes it even more fun IMO!
Thanks to @kitkat video, I knew what to expect when installing my short shift kit. Here are a few additional tips and tricks for installing this modification.
A small step ladder makes it easy to crawl in and out of the boot of the Emira.
The inside body of my short shifter needed a bit of clearance with a metal file to fit. I've attached photos below.
I also used a little grease on the cotter pin post and inside the body of the short shifter to help it slide into place.
Before the installation, I adjusted my short shifter bolt and moved it into the middle setting for about a 50% decrease in the throw (it comes set at about 45%). I'm VERY happy with the results! The shift throw reduction is substantial. It makes shifting into first and second gear much easier. There used to be a bit of a rubbery squish feeling when shifting down into first gear, which has now been eliminated. Sport shifting from first to second gear seems quicker and less notchy. Overall, shifting seems more mechanical and precise.
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It just depends on your car's shift arm. Kitkat's fit just fine, and mine required only the slightest adjustment with a small metal file.That's the new version and still requires manual modification?