I already posted this in ramblings, but thought I'd start a new thread in car talk. Ok it is a short shift adapter made by neuspeed. You can see a picture at their website. It doesn't replace the rod, but claims 35% reduced throw. What do you guys think. It is only 50 bucks. Will this shorten the knob at all?

 

Link?

 

Fits 2002-up 3.2CL Type-S with 6 speed manual transmission.

Every NEUSPEED Short Shift kit is precision-made for each application. For the Acura CL Type S cable shift mechanism, our kit utilizes a CNC machined billet aluminum adapter. Replacement of the entire shift lever is not necessary. This kit reduces throw by approximately 35%.




Notes

Installation is performed entirely from the center console using simple hand tools and a drill.

**Special introduction price of $49.95 for Internet customers only. Supplies are limited.**

http://neuspeed.com/products/product_details.asp?app=35|C4&type=3&ltype=ns_import&p_id=1746

 

LOL nice Avtar DDT:-* :thinking:

 

I have the B&M adaptor for my 2.3 CL and it did help reduce the throws and made them notchier, which is good. Along with a smaller shift knob it improved my shifting speed and fun a lot. The install was real easy too.

 

It is only $50, so I might just go ahead and purchase it to try out. But I do not expect it to shorten the shifter height. But a 35% decrease in throw distance would be welcome.

 

This PLUS a lower set knob (mine's been ordered) might be a cool mod.

I'll see how I like my knob. If I'm still interested in a shorter throw it's hard to see how one can go wrong for $50.

It looks like just a bracket for the link between the cable and the shift stick. It must just change the length or angle of the cable's attachment and thereby change the throw. Simple enough.

 

Im thinking about just ordering. Will it take away from the smoothness of the stock setup.

 

ordered i'll let you know when i put it in, should be tomorrow

 

I also just ordered it. I'll try this out first and then swap the knob if I need further reduction in throws.

 

Looks interesting, but I’ll wait on a couple of test reports from you guys before I rip my console apart again.
I’m so used to this setup after a year of driving that I don’t really want to screw with it.
My only complaint about the stock shifter was that it was too small for my hand and slightly high for comfort/appearance.
My throws got slightly shorter when I installed my MOMO knob and it addressed the other problems.
I don’t really have any complaints right now because the knob is about an inch lower and has much more MASS to it.

Shawn S

 

Awesome find Brian...

Do report back fellas after your install... Pics are welcome if you need someone to host them.

Smitty

 

I bought a neuspeed short shift for my civic SI. I worked pretty good. I would def recommend it. Only mine cost 100

 

how the fawk do I order can somebody link please

 

Awesome link dude. Thanks. I will also be ordering today...

 

Follow the previously mentioned link or Click Here

 

I'll take pictures and do a write up on the install. I ordered today so it should be next week when I get it in.

 

I'll wait til I get my voo doo knob, then I'll see if I need to shorten the throw. I most probably will.

 

fawk it won't let me order anymore they must have sold out

 

I just ordered mine are you sure they are sold out? Mine seems to of went thru. Install pics and instructions will be welcome scalbert. Keep us posted.

 

backordered, "will ship 3-4th week in june"

 

Check if B&M makes one. It's the same thing except some first gen'rs had their neuspeeds break, while the I have not heard of the B&M ones breaking.

 

oh my god i snapped my friends B&M in half in his subaru slamming it into 3rd

 

How much force do you use? You're shifting gears not chopping wood.

 

Rob, that's cause you shift like a maniac.

 

I wonder what the hell you need a drill for if it was made to fit 02- up Cl-S???.... hmmmm....


So still no luck ordering fellas??? They on backorder for sure?

P.S. 02???.... thought manual only came out in 03...?? Am I missing something???

 

zapata i shift pretty hard , its fun

 

Rob you sure its on back order. I ordered mine last night, and just called them to check. They said it isn't on backorder. Said it hasn't officially been released yet. He also said I will basically be the first to get it. Did you call them? How you know its on backorder. Said he will be shipping mine out tommorrow.

 

Well I just had to do it... I ordered it 2 minutes ago online using the above link..

Smitty

 

Titan which one did you get. Titanium or aluminum? Did you get it engraved. I like it engraved with the shift pattern. Good price also. Please post pics of the knob once you get it installed.

 

I noticed on the neuspeed site that it is basically the same as the one for the civic and prelude. bnavarro what exactly does it do?

 

It reduces the distance between gears. IE. from 1st to 2nd and from 2nd to 3rd. Makes your shift 30% faster cause the distance is cut by 30%. Very usefull if you race. If you don't really race, it's not that usefull. I love banging though the gears, so i really like it.

http://www.k-series.com/tech_detail....ch_ID=NS_EP_SS

He's an example of the difference between stock and short throw.
See how the distance is reduced by 30%

 

the shift pattern is cool but remember that it does not come with a counter screw making it difficult to line up. If I were to engrave it...I would engrave it going around the center of the knob so there are no worries of misalignments. I decided on leaving it plain and I love it just remember get the Magnum because the regular is too small believe me...unless your a girl or :ghey:

 

cuz i got an email saying its backordered

 

Well I will prolly get that e-mail tomorrow from Neuspeed...

Damn it... Oh well...

Smitty

 

so what is the difference between a short shifter like that and one like this?

this one looks like its the whole thing instead of just and adapter, does that make it better?

 

it depends. What type of car is that for?

 

rsx six speed, what does it depend on?

 

The length of the shifter. The length of the cables. Some short throws just decrease the total length of the shifter arm. some use spacers to decrease the length of the short throw. The one for the acura seems to be an adapter or spacer of some type.

 

So anyone get theres?... I received notification that mine shipped out.... Anyone else... hello?

Smitty