Mgw ftw!!!
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Hutto, Texas
Yes, it comes with the complete lower box assembly as well as the alignment tool for it. it was a very simple install. will take pics of the completed install as soon as i get back from my work trip.
Also, everything in the kit comes pre-lubricated...
https://www.mgwshifters.com/shifters/corvettes/88
Also, everything in the kit comes pre-lubricated...
https://www.mgwshifters.com/shifters/corvettes/88
Last edited by Raith; Apr 28, 2015 at 07:37 AM.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2008
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From: Wichita Kansas
Pro
Joined: Nov 2002
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From: ORLANDO FL
Ordered mine about a week and a half ago. I had to get one because everybody makes this shifter out to better than sex! The curiosity is killing me to get this thing and drive my car. If it makes as big of a difference as everyone says it does, it will be money well spent!
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 411
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From: Hutto, Texas
Ordered mine about a week and a half ago. I had to get one because everybody makes this shifter out to better than sex! The curiosity is killing me to get this thing and drive my car. If it makes as big of a difference as everyone says it does, it will be money well spent!
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2008
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From: Surprise AZ
My 02 has the MGW. I love it but have a question. I now have trouble hitting 5th. It feels like there is a second location for third gear... I am getting used to it, but is there something else I need to check? Would this VENOM mod help?
Drifting
Joined: Feb 2014
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From: Boxford Massachusetts
Had my MGW installed last week. I am disappointed at how much harder I have to push / pull the shifter. I do find the shifting to be more precise, but it feels more like weight lifting than like shifting a car. (OK, I exaggerate). I also find that the MGW shifter ****, being made of hard material and having a bit of a sharp edge where it flattens out on top, cuts into my hand a bit when I make the shifts.
I suppose the anti-venom mod comes next.
I suppose the anti-venom mod comes next.
Last edited by Koufax; Apr 29, 2015 at 08:08 AM. Reason: found instructions for anti-venom mod
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Hutto, Texas
The Anti-Venom mod just adds a washer or two to the shifter detent plug on the transmission, basically reducing the notchy feeling that the t-56 is known for... one down side is this makes it easier for the transmission to slip out of gear, (i know some t-56 cars have an issue with staying in reverse or first if the shifter is not held there)
If you are interested in doing the Anti-Venom mod, Toque did an awesome graphical write-up of how its supposed to go. http://www.toquez06.com/avm.html
Last edited by Raith; Apr 29, 2015 at 08:54 AM.
Race Director
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From: Aiken, SC
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Had my MGW installed last week. I am disappointed at how much harder I have to push / pull the shifter. I do find the shifting to be more precise, but it feels more like weight lifting than like shifting a car. (OK, I exaggerate). I also find that the MGW shifter ****, being made of hard material and having a bit of a sharp edge where it flattens out on top, cuts into my hand a bit when I make the shifts.
I suppose the anti-venom mod comes next.
I suppose the anti-venom mod comes next.
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2012
Posts: 190
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From: Springfield Ohio
Had my MGW installed last week. I am disappointed at how much harder I have to push / pull the shifter. I do find the shifting to be more precise, but it feels more like weight lifting than like shifting a car. (OK, I exaggerate). I also find that the MGW shifter ****, being made of hard material and having a bit of a sharp edge where it flattens out on top, cuts into my hand a bit when I make the shifts.
I suppose the anti-venom mod comes next.
I suppose the anti-venom mod comes next.
Racer
Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 354
Likes: 3
From: Athens TX
Had my MGW installed last week. I am disappointed at how much harder I have to push / pull the shifter. I do find the shifting to be more precise, but it feels more like weight lifting than like shifting a car. (OK, I exaggerate). I also find that the MGW shifter ****, being made of hard material and having a bit of a sharp edge where it flattens out on top, cuts into my hand a bit when I make the shifts.
I suppose the anti-venom mod comes next.
I suppose the anti-venom mod comes next.
Food for thought! I'd advise tweaking it a little as I don't think the overall force necessary to shift will really change with the anti-venom mod.
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2012
Posts: 190
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From: Springfield Ohio
Had the same issue when I first installed mine. When I installed it I screwed the shift rod all the way down into the box as far as it would go and I put my **** on all the way down. I backed the shift rod out to the minimum number of threads recommended by MGW (maybe even a little less) and I moved my shift **** up a bit higher as well. The increased leverage made shifting 10x easier and I haven't had any issues since (haven't snapped the rod either, good considering I barely have the recommended threads in).
Food for thought! I'd advise tweaking it a little as I don't think the overall force necessary to shift will really change with the anti-venom mod.
Food for thought! I'd advise tweaking it a little as I don't think the overall force necessary to shift will really change with the anti-venom mod.
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 1,355
Likes: 139
From: Surprise AZ
Could be an alignment issue with the lower box on the shifter...
The Anti-Venom mod just adds a washer or two to the shifter detent plug on the transmission, basically reducing the notchy feeling that the t-56 is known for... one down side is this makes it easier for the transmission to slip out of gear, (i know some t-56 cars have an issue with staying in reverse or first if the shifter is not held there)
If you are interested in doing the Anti-Venom mod, Toque did an awesome graphical write-up of how its supposed to go. http://www.toquez06.com/avm.html
The Anti-Venom mod just adds a washer or two to the shifter detent plug on the transmission, basically reducing the notchy feeling that the t-56 is known for... one down side is this makes it easier for the transmission to slip out of gear, (i know some t-56 cars have an issue with staying in reverse or first if the shifter is not held there)
If you are interested in doing the Anti-Venom mod, Toque did an awesome graphical write-up of how its supposed to go. http://www.toquez06.com/avm.html
Drifting
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 1,657
Likes: 195
From: Boxford Massachusetts
Had the same issue when I first installed mine. When I installed it I screwed the shift rod all the way down into the box as far as it would go and I put my **** on all the way down. I backed the shift rod out to the minimum number of threads recommended by MGW (maybe even a little less) and I moved my shift **** up a bit higher as well. The increased leverage made shifting 10x easier and I haven't had any issues since (haven't snapped the rod either, good considering I barely have the recommended threads in).
Food for thought! I'd advise tweaking it a little as I don't think the overall force necessary to shift will really change with the anti-venom mod.
Food for thought! I'd advise tweaking it a little as I don't think the overall force necessary to shift will really change with the anti-venom mod.
I had the shifter installed by the dealer because I didn't have the time or skill to do it myself. But if I understand this recommendation, it is a much easier job, one that I should be able to do in a few minutes. Does that sound right?
Drifting
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 1,657
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From: Boxford Massachusetts
Had the same issue when I first installed mine. When I installed it I screwed the shift rod all the way down into the box as far as it would go and I put my **** on all the way down. I backed the shift rod out to the minimum number of threads recommended by MGW (maybe even a little less) and I moved my shift **** up a bit higher as well. The increased leverage made shifting 10x easier and I haven't had any issues since (haven't snapped the rod either, good considering I barely have the recommended threads in).
Food for thought! I'd advise tweaking it a little as I don't think the overall force necessary to shift will really change with the anti-venom mod.
Food for thought! I'd advise tweaking it a little as I don't think the overall force necessary to shift will really change with the anti-venom mod.
Heel & Toe
Joined: Feb 2015
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From: San Mateo CA
Installed the MGW last night. Love it. Much better feeling. Also think there might be less road noise now.
Their YouTube videos made everything super easy, even for a mechanically challenged person such as myself.
Their YouTube videos made everything super easy, even for a mechanically challenged person such as myself.
1/4 mile/AutoX
Joined: Jun 2014
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From: Buffalo Texas
I never had a problem with hitting 3rd but sometimes hit 2nd when going to 4th. I found that it would happen when hard acceleration when getting on the E-way and going to the left lane the car was pulling me to the left and thus I was pulling the shifter left. I also read a post where someone posted when going to 3rd. just push the shifter forward and it will never miss. 5th I find you do need to push to the right some!!!! My 2 cents!!!!!!
Pro
Joined: Aug 2007
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From: VA
Hmmm... Makes me wonder if I want to try the MGW. I have the Hurst in now. I like the adjustable positive stops, prevents over rowing and damaging something. I like the new MGW flat stick design with the new lower box, but no positive stops makes me hesitant to change it out. I don't worry about the effort it takes to shift, my old clutch car was a Jerico 4 speed and Long shifter.