STI GEAR SHIFT LEVER (ST35010AS000) unpacking

[kuczynskika]

Originally Posted by jcw99

i can't find it on the japan parts site

Here it is: Short Shifter

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by chaoskaze

Don't get it there O.O, It's more expensive. Nigel's Yen:USD stayed like it's 3 years ago.

Lawl. I already have the USDM TRD quickshifter so I won't.

[chaoskaze]

Originally Posted by weederr33

Lawl. I already have the USDM TRD quickshifter so I won't.

good thing to know, cuz it's 150 bucks + more.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by chaoskaze

good thing to know, cuz it's 150 bucks + more.

Yeah the TRD is good enough for government work!

[XtremeMaC]

I'm not happy with my shifter and transmission. hoping it'd help fix this and obviously to shorten the throw I got the TWM Performance shortshifter. had one for my Mazda 3, loved it so much!
With the frs, major thing that still bugs me is the shifting especially 1 to 2, 2 to 1....
even though I installed the thickest washer I could find I still do have some looseness.

I wonder how the JDM compares to TWM...

[Hyper4mance2k]

Originally Posted by Trap63

As technic is quite different thus TRD quick modifies the lever near sub-pillow. I don't know the exact ratio reduction in comparison to SS but remember that quick shift is a develop of Toyota US, not JDM.
Might be quite different for market requirements and usage.

There are two official branches of TRD, TRD USA and TRD Japan. The TRD Japan short shifter is just like this STI one. The US TRD modifies the lower connection.

[jcw99]

Originally Posted by Trap63

Installed by myself as I done with Kartboy. Yes, I have both MTEC shifter springs.
Easy install but remember, reduction ratio is not so wide as kartboy...but it is still operating after 1k kms with no trouble and no rattle at any rpm range. Gear engagement is more easy and soft.

How is your new shifter now that you've had it another month?

[Trap63]

Originally Posted by jcw99

How is your new shifter now that you've had it another month?

Amazing. No rattle at any rpm. I am finally very satisfied.

[jcw99]

Glad to hear that and thanx for the quick reply

[switchlanez]

@Trap63 would I have to jack up the car and replace anything from under the body to install the STI shifter? (Noticed Kartboy shifter requires replacing a spring and shifter bushing from under the floorpan.)

[fr_s]

Originally Posted by switchlanez

@Trap63 would I have to jack up the car and replace anything from under the body to install the STI shifter? (Noticed Kartboy shifter requires replacing a spring and shifter bushing from under the floorpan.)

Those are optional for better shifting feel.

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[Trap63]

Originally Posted by switchlanez

@Trap63 would I have to jack up the car and replace anything from under the body to install the STI shifter? (Noticed Kartboy shifter requires replacing a spring and shifter bushing from under the floorpan.)

I replaced last year the 2 springs and back bush and mount bush by bodyshop, STI SS can be installed w/o jack up the car, same as Kboy you see in DIY dir.

[gMit]

I hate to ask the noob question but here I go.

If i buy this https://www.japanparts.com/parts/detail/42170, is it as simple as taking old shifter out and installing new one, or do I need new springs? I'd get my mechanic to do it.

When it comes to shifters, I don't have much knowledge in the area.

Appreciate the help!

Edit: I want to add that I live in Australia. I've been looking at where to purchase some mtec Springs but have had no luck. Best place I can find is their site.

[Metabrz]

Originally Posted by gMit

I hate to ask the noob question but here I go.

If i buy this https://www.japanparts.com/parts/detail/42170, is it as simple as taking old shifter out and installing new one, or do I need new springs? I'd get my mechanic to do it.

When it comes to shifters, I don't have much knowledge in the area.

Appreciate the help!

Edit: I want to add that I live in Australia. I've been looking at where to purchase some mtec Springs but have had no luck. Best place I can find is their site.

You dont need new springs. I recommend getting the STi transmission mount kit as well. Shifting is rock solid with mounts - that 2nd gear harshness is all but gone. The occurrence and harshness both reduced.