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Old Sep 1, 2011 | 10:42 PM
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Was wondering if anyone has had the same problem or theres a solution. About 2 months ago I installed the MGW short throw and now after the break in period I'm still having trouble getting into 5th. Also having a hell of a time getting into reverse. Solutions? I followed the instructions to a T.....
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Originally Posted by DriftaVette
Was wondering if anyone has had the same problem or theres a solution. About 2 months ago I installed the MGW short throw and now after the break in period I'm still having trouble getting into 5th. Also having a hell of a time getting into reverse. Solutions? I followed the instructions to a T.....
I had the same problem for a while, but not anymore. You need to adjust your shifter. Here's two links:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1562784937-post9.html
http://rpmtransmissions.com/files/c5...adjustment.pdf

It might take a bit of fiddling around before you get it perfect. It took me two, maybe three attempts before I was completely satisfied. My advice is to adjust it, leave the center console out of the car, and drive around for a couple days to decide if you got it right before reassembling the interior. It will be a time saver.
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Thanks..... much help.
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Getting into 5th can be kind of a beast because of the centering spring, even after the 'break in'. I just kinda changed the way I shift. I pull my elbow close to my body so when i push diagonally from 4th to 5th I have good leverage/power. I only miss if if I'm being lazy and shift all limp wrsited lol
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Getting into 5th can be kind of a beast because of the centering spring, even after the 'break in'. I just kinda changed the way I shift. I pull my elbow close to my body so when i push diagonally from 4th to 5th I have good leverage/power. I only miss if if I'm being lazy and shift all limp wrsited lol
Me too.
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Old Sep 2, 2011 | 07:52 PM
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Originally Posted by DriftaVette
Was wondering if anyone has had the same problem or theres a solution. About 2 months ago I installed the MGW short throw and now after the break in period I'm still having trouble getting into 5th. Also having a hell of a time getting into reverse. Solutions? I followed the instructions to a T.....
Yes- Same issue. It can be alleviated by adjusting the angle of the shifter ) for me toward my knee).
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