vett4cw

Has anyone out there installed an aftermarket race-type shifter into the stock console for an automatic ?? Which model ?? How difficult ??
Thanks.

Bob86ZZ4

I put in a B&M Megashifter. It is the one they make for the '82-'93 F-body (Camaro/Firebird). It was not that hard for a dummie like me to put in. Took a bit of cutting on the console pieces to get it to fit. As you can see the cheap rubber boot doesn't reach far enough. I showed the car to a guy that does custom interior for hot rods and he said he could make me a nice leather boot for it for about $50. I just havn't gotten the car to him yet. I really like driving with this type of shifter tho. It is very easy to shift and you won't miss a gear. Some people look at it and think it sits up kinda high but it sure is in a good spot for driving and those that have driven with it say they like the position. Ever watch those rally cars on Speedvision? Look where they position their shifters. Good Luck.

CAU-LLC

We have just come out with our CAU C5 A4 Shift Adapter, and I think it will also work on the C4. I'm looking for someone to try it out.

We have just put install instructions and PICS on our site at
http://www.cau-llc.com/Instructions/...ter%20Inst.htm

If it works you can install any aftermarket Shif **** or Ball tht will fit the C5, and I think the C4.

We have them on our Mall Page. http://store.yahoo.com/corvetteforum/coracun.html

Jim Booth / Corvette Accessories Unlimited

vett4cw

Thanks for responding guys !!! Bob86ZZ4... do you happen to have a picture from the other side (drivers) ?? Sure like the idea of having a shifter that would eliminate the possibility of jumping past shift points. I would agree... a leather boot would look great...

Thanks again.

P.S. Bob86ZZ4... sounds like you have a very potent set-up... any 1/4 mile times/speeds ??

65Z01

I picked up a used stock shift assy for $50 and cut notches into the shift gate (pics on my site). Though it has no up-shift stops it does prevent down-shifts into the wrong gear. And it provides enough shift feel to get a positive up-shift.

Bob86ZZ4

CAU-LLC: I think he is looking for a different shifter, not just a different handle for the top.

This is the only other shot I have of it. I have heard of people cutting notches into the stock mechanism as posted above. I havn't ever driven with one like that tho. The Megashifter is a great shifter to drive with.

Beach Bum

ttt..... I'm interested in this question as well...

Ralph !!! you out there ? I know you upgraded the shifter... but I forgot what.

Beach Bum

dirtydave

bob86zz4, did you retain the original gear selection indicator, or use the one in the kit?

Bob86ZZ4

The original gear indicator won't work. You need to use the one provided in the kit. It is a cable driven thing. The stock one is somehow attached to the stock shifter brackets and I don't think that will work with the ratcheting shifter.

dirtydave

Bob86zz4, did you have to pull the transmission out to instal the shifter?

Bob86ZZ4

I did mine when the tranny was out so it made it easier. I had to bolt it to the hump under the console so I had a helper hold the nylock nuts underneath with a wrench while I tightened the bolts from above. I think you might be able to do it with the tranny in place but not sure. You would need a long socket extension that's for sure. And it might be tough to get the nuts started up there.