twm short shifter installed! - Page 3 - Toyota Yaris Forums

eTiMaGo · 10-06-2006, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Katana

Τhe original shift boot won't fit the short shift?

It would, but it is an ugly rubber piece, which is why I'm wondering about a nice stitched leather boot

I mean, what's the point of a sporty short gear stick with a momo gear knob, if there's this ugly square ribbed plastic pyramid underneath?

Katana · 10-06-2006, 09:57 AM

Μine is leather made, that's why.

eTiMaGo · 10-06-2006, 10:44 AM

lucky!

Katana · 10-06-2006, 11:50 AM

Thanks!

I also have another question.The transmission stick is covered by a black rubber material.Will it be used after installing the short shifter?

eTiMaGo · 10-06-2006, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Katana

Thanks!

I also have another question.The transmission stick is covered by a black rubber material.Will it be used after installing the short shifter?

hahaha dude, that's what I was talking about

Look at the first post in this thread, I think that's we are both talking baout, right?

Katana · 10-06-2006, 02:43 PM

Μmm I might have a problem there...

See, your cover is made from leather and mine is made from hard plastic.How will it fit now?

TWM Performance · 10-06-2006, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Katana

If I buy it, will I be able to remove it when I will sell my car and install the previous setting?

You will be able to remove the short shifter easily, just hang on to the special tool we send to simplify uninstallation. We also include 2 clips, one for installation and one for un-instaallation in case you sell your car.

Kevin
TWM Performance

TWM Performance · 10-06-2006, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xfatefailsx07

I am actually going to do a DIY - Short Shift Kit, so that will pretty much sum up the process. I'll leave my commentary as well

If you have access to a dremel tool or any type of electric/air rotary cutting tool the short shifter install is easier. The install goes better with the help of a friend also, there are a couple of plastic clips to depress to get the top off of the assembly that are easier with the help of someone who can hold a screwdriver. The only part of the install that is sometimes difficult is removing the clip on the passenger side of the shift assembly.

The first method I use involves 2 flat head screwdrivers and a hammer. I usually hammer a small, thin flat head screwdriver between the clip and the plastic assembly. Once the first screwdriver is between the plastic assembly and the clip, I use another larger flat head screwdriver to pry the clip by inserting it in to the gap created by the first screwdriver. You can work your way around the clip prying with the large screwdriver to work it off. I usually try to break the clip, since once it is cracked it comes off very easily. If you break the clip, don't worry since we provide replacement clips with the shifter kit.

The second method I use, if you have access to a Dremel or any rotary cutting tool, is easier. Using the rotary cutting tool and a cutting disc, slice the clip. Once it is sliced it can be pried off easily with a flat head screwdriver.

If you run in to problems give us a call at 1-877-655-0540.

Kevin
TWM Performance

Katana · 10-07-2006, 03:36 AM

Τhanks for answering!

xfatefailsx07 · 10-07-2006, 02:14 PM

TWM, indeed I do have a dremel.

awaiting delivery..days do not move fast enough hehe

Katana · 10-08-2006, 06:46 AM

This is what happens when you are awaiting something good!

xfatefailsx07 · 10-08-2006, 11:18 PM

yup...scheduled delivery for 2morow!!

and the weather reports say its supposed to be a beautiful day in new york!

TWM Performance · 10-13-2006, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xfatefailsx07

yup...scheduled delivery for 2morow!!

and the weather reports say its supposed to be a beautiful day in new york!

Thanks for your order! I'm sure you'll enjoy it ;)

Kevin
TWM Performance

xfatefailsx07 · 10-14-2006, 12:14 PM

yup...recieved item..just havnt had a chance to install it.. busy lately..install date is set for monday.. pics..and a diy will come..

Katana · 10-15-2006, 03:16 AM

Ιs that true?

xfatefailsx07 · 10-16-2006, 11:02 PM

I installed my TWM short shifter today. It is awesome.
Very happy with it. I wasnt able to take pics today, but I will tomorrow. I also installed a shift knob that is almost an exact match to the integrated audio center dash.(the beige-silver metallic color) It feels awesome. I definately need to get a different shift boot though. As I'm sure anyone else who got one of these knows, the shift boot is way too huge for the short shifter. Anyways, the install took me about an hour and a half, but only because it took so damn long to get off this one piece. Of course my dremel wasnt working so I had to pry for like 45 minutes at this little washer-like piece. Once that was off it was 1-2-3. Overall - very happy.

Katana · 10-17-2006, 01:05 PM

Νice.

I will post some pics of my transmission cause I am not sure that it will fit.

TWM Performance · 10-17-2006, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xfatefailsx07

I installed my TWM short shifter today. It is awesome.
Very happy with it. I wasnt able to take pics today, but I will tomorrow. I also installed a shift knob that is almost an exact match to the integrated audio center dash.(the beige-silver metallic color) It feels awesome. I definately need to get a different shift boot though. As I'm sure anyone else who got one of these knows, the shift boot is way too huge for the short shifter. Anyways, the install took me about an hour and a half, but only because it took so damn long to get off this one piece. Of course my dremel wasnt working so I had to pry for like 45 minutes at this little washer-like piece. Once that was off it was 1-2-3. Overall - very happy.

I'm glad to hear you're happy with the short shifter! We're considering offering a boot for the Yaris as well to replace the stock rubber boot. I'll be sure to let everyone know when it's ready!

Kevin
TWM Performance

10-06-2006, 09:57 AM	#38
Katana Drives: Yaris LB 1.3lt 06 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Under the hood! Posts: 1,124	Μine is leather made, that's why. __________________ It's not the ride, it's the rider!

10-06-2006, 11:50 AM	#40
Katana Drives: Yaris LB 1.3lt 06 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Under the hood! Posts: 1,124	Thanks! I also have another question.The transmission stick is covered by a black rubber material.Will it be used after installing the short shifter? __________________ It's not the ride, it's the rider!

10-06-2006, 02:43 PM	#42
Katana Drives: Yaris LB 1.3lt 06 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Under the hood! Posts: 1,124	Μmm I might have a problem there... See, your cover is made from leather and mine is made from hard plastic.How will it fit now? __________________ It's not the ride, it's the rider!

10-07-2006, 03:36 AM	#45
Katana Drives: Yaris LB 1.3lt 06 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Under the hood! Posts: 1,124	Τhanks for answering! __________________ It's not the ride, it's the rider!

10-07-2006, 02:14 PM	#46
xfatefailsx07 Lean Wit It. Rock Wit It. Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan - 5 Speed Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: New York, USA Posts: 75	TWM, indeed I do have a dremel. awaiting delivery..days do not move fast enough hehe __________________ YARIS... enough said!

10-06-2006, 10:44 AM	#39
eTiMaGo vroom vroom View User's Garage Drives: lil red 5-door Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bangkok, Thailand Posts: 7,744	lucky!

10-08-2006, 06:46 AM	#47
Katana Drives: Yaris LB 1.3lt 06 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Under the hood! Posts: 1,124	This is what happens when you are awaiting something good! __________________ It's not the ride, it's the rider!

10-08-2006, 11:18 PM	#48
xfatefailsx07 Lean Wit It. Rock Wit It. Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan - 5 Speed Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: New York, USA Posts: 75	yup...scheduled delivery for 2morow!! and the weather reports say its supposed to be a beautiful day in new york! __________________ YARIS... enough said!

10-14-2006, 12:14 PM	#50
xfatefailsx07 Lean Wit It. Rock Wit It. Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan - 5 Speed Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: New York, USA Posts: 75	yup...recieved item..just havnt had a chance to install it.. busy lately..install date is set for monday.. pics..and a diy will come.. __________________ YARIS... enough said!

10-15-2006, 03:16 AM	#51
Katana Drives: Yaris LB 1.3lt 06 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Under the hood! Posts: 1,124	Ιs that true? __________________ It's not the ride, it's the rider!

10-16-2006, 11:02 PM	#52
xfatefailsx07 Lean Wit It. Rock Wit It. Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan - 5 Speed Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: New York, USA Posts: 75	Installed TWM short shift I installed my TWM short shifter today. It is awesome. Very happy with it. I wasnt able to take pics today, but I will tomorrow. I also installed a shift knob that is almost an exact match to the integrated audio center dash.(the beige-silver metallic color) It feels awesome. I definately need to get a different shift boot though. As I'm sure anyone else who got one of these knows, the shift boot is way too huge for the short shifter. Anyways, the install took me about an hour and a half, but only because it took so damn long to get off this one piece. Of course my dremel wasnt working so I had to pry for like 45 minutes at this little washer-like piece. Once that was off it was 1-2-3. Overall - very happy. __________________ YARIS... enough said!

10-17-2006, 01:05 PM	#53
Katana Drives: Yaris LB 1.3lt 06 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Under the hood! Posts: 1,124	Νice. I will post some pics of my transmission cause I am not sure that it will fit. __________________ It's not the ride, it's the rider!

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