New MGW shifter install - Nice!
03-27-2012, 08:53 PM
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New MGW shifter install - Nice!
I just finished installing my new MGW shifter. Wow, what a difference! This thing is nice and crisp. The installation was much easier than I expected too. The install DVD that came with it was excellent and walked you through the entire process. I ended up going with the stock ****, but I may change it out at some point. For now, I'm happy with it. Here are some pics:
03-27-2012, 09:25 PM
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I installed mine last week but haven't had a chance to drive with it as I was also installing a Vararam and LG streets. I have everything in now just waiting for my TB to get back from Shaner.
I will say I also was impressed w/the Cd and workmanship. It's awesome. I'm really anxious to get it out on the road.
I will say I also was impressed w/the Cd and workmanship. It's awesome. I'm really anxious to get it out on the road.
Now time for a **** upgrade 
03-27-2012, 10:14 PM
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they much switch up their shifters like underwear
... i bought mine a little over a year ago and it doesn't look anything like that... still works great though so i have no reason to want to change, just saying
... i bought mine a little over a year ago and it doesn't look anything like that... still works great though so i have no reason to want to change, just saying
03-27-2012, 10:17 PM
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03-27-2012, 10:21 PM
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Great choice!! Nice install. I bought mine last year...love it...just switched to the MGW Gripper ****...love that too!
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03-27-2012, 10:23 PM
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Nice job!
03-27-2012, 10:36 PM
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[QUOTE=FrankLP;1580398626]Great choice!! Nice install. I bought mine last year...love it...just switched to the MGW Gripper ****...love that too!
I have the gripper **** as well. Well worth the price.
I have the gripper **** as well. Well worth the price.
03-28-2012, 11:14 AM
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Burning Brakes
How is shifting from 4th to 5th? I bought a new MGW about 3 years ago and I didn't like how much lateral force it required to shift into 5th. I ended up selling it in favor of a C6 shifter.
The quality is great!
The quality is great!
03-28-2012, 02:11 PM
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Been thinking about a shorter shifter myself..Just don't know which one would be best. I want it to be a smooth shift and not hard going into the gears. This one looks good, did you get it from a forum vendor? Who has the best deals on these type of shifters?
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Russell
Thanks,
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03-28-2012, 06:35 PM
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It doesn't have a noticeable difference in lateral force going into any gear. The slop when in neutral with the stock shifter is gone, so that will take some getting used to.
03-28-2012, 06:40 PM
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Been thinking about a shorter shifter myself..Just don't know which one would be best. I want it to be a smooth shift and not hard going into the gears. This one looks good, did you get it from a forum vendor? Who has the best deals on these type of shifters?
Thanks,
Russell
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I bought mine directly from the MGW website. I don't know if there are better deals on MGWs out there, but I'm guessing that there are not. You may be able to find a used one.
03-28-2012, 06:43 PM
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03-28-2012, 08:48 PM
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See you installed the Dynamat under the console. Did you also use the piece that goes in the shifter tunnel? I installed both a few months ago an it makes a big difference in the elimination of heat in the console. I have enjoyed this shifter for the past several years. You will not be disappointed with it.
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03-28-2012, 10:25 PM
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to the people saying it's too stiff just do the antivenom mod and use 1 copper washer and it will be perfect