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Mar 26, 2020 | 01:53 PM

rwc815

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MGW Shifter feedback

Looking for projects to do during my virus lock-in. Any body have any experience and feedback on the MGW shifter upgrade on a C7? I eliminated the CAGS 1-4 shift function but feel the factory shifter needs some work. Your input is appreciated. Thanks

Mar 26, 2020 | 02:06 PM

charliebrown266

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I have had mine in my 2015 Z06 since i got it! first mod,all i can say isi love it

Mar 26, 2020 | 06:05 PM

CourtneyJudd

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That was my first mod on my 2014 Z51 7M along with the skip 1-4.... love it ... so much better than factory!

Mar 26, 2020 | 07:00 PM

mneblett

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Another +1. One of the first mods to my Z06. Excellent upgrade. I kept my OE shift ****.

Mar 26, 2020 | 07:15 PM

hkfan

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Is there any reason to wait until the break in period is over before installing the shifter? Also, I consider myself to have beginner/intermediate mechanical ability (i.e. I've done brakes, oil/fluid changes, plugs, minor repairs). Is it too risky to attempt this shifter install myself?

Mar 27, 2020 | 01:00 PM

irapilot

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MGW shifter is a fantastic shifter. Install is very straight forward. I found a youtube link showing it.

Mar 27, 2020 | 04:27 PM

ShibaZ06

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I just did mine 2018 Z06, MGW with Stock ****. The difference is night and day. The "bolt action" analogy is spot on. For a driver car it makes the drive and shifts feel so much more confident and precise.
I watched a few videos on you tube plus the mgw videos prior to the install. It took about an hour and is worth every dollar.
So much easier to find reverse and 6-7.

Mar 27, 2020 | 04:39 PM

Cman01

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Horsepower Obsessed just did a video on the shifter install.

Those that have the flat stick option, do you change out the shift boot also so the boot fits the flat stick part of MGW's shifter?

I think I will also upgrade my ZR1 to this shifter but I will wait a bit first till my CAN dollar heads back up a bit.

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Mar 27, 2020 | 07:49 PM

badhabit_wb

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It's an improvement over stock. I like the Callaway a lot better. The tmod box may make enough difference that you don't need to switch shifters.

Mar 28, 2020 | 07:19 AM

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ROBMARZ

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Quote:

Originally Posted by irapilot

MGW shifter is a fantastic shifter. Install is very straight forward. I found a youtube link showing it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Xm7IUbb6Zs

Be careful following the instructions in the video regarding the console side trim. DO NOT remove it starting at the front. The video is wrong and they're written instructions tell you that but if you follow Youtube you risk breaking the plastic clips at the front of the piece.

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...w-shifter.html

Mar 28, 2020 | 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by rwc815

Greetings,

WHAT - you haven't purchased one yet...my golly gee man, get it now. You will not regret your decision...takes shifting to the next level.

Semper Fi

Mar 28, 2020 | 11:31 AM

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Internets_Ninja

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One of the best mods ever. East install.

Mar 28, 2020 | 11:55 AM

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Sellout

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Quote:

Originally Posted by badhabit_wb

It's an improvement over stock. I like the Callaway a lot better. The tmod box may make enough difference that you don't need to switch shifters.

I did the Tmod lower shifter box on my C6 Z06 and never felt like I needed to do anything else. I’d expect the same with the C7, considering that it’s pretty much the same mechanism.

Mar 28, 2020 | 02:47 PM

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rwc815

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Ok you shamed me. Ordering one today! Thanks

Mar 28, 2020 | 05:04 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by rwc815

Ok you shamed me. Ordering one today! Thanks

If you were in Southern CA, I'd come over and help you install it...might even bring over a few beers. Good luck, you will not have any regrets.

Semper Fi

Mar 28, 2020 | 07:30 PM

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rwc815

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I ordered it after watching a few install videos. Looks fairly straight forward. Thanks for all the encouragement.

Mar 30, 2020 | 02:51 PM

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HorsePowerObsessed

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ROBMARZ

I talked about this in the install video I did. There are a few things missing from MGW's install video, but I worked with them to make sure everything was covered in one video for the C7 Corvette.

Without a doubt, the best mod I've done to my car to date. It feels a million times better to drive and it was already pretty great car to drive.

Mar 31, 2020 | 10:41 AM

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Y2KFirehawk

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Sellout

I did the Tmod lower shifter box on my C6 Z06 and never felt like I needed to do anything else. I’d expect the same with the C7, considering that it’s pretty much the same mechanism.

This is an interesting perspective! I have read awesome things about the MGW but I don't think my wife would appreciate the rigidity and awesomeness as much as I would. Perhaps the Tmod lower would be the middle ground?

Last edited by Y2KFirehawk; Mar 31, 2020 at 10:41 AM.

Mar 31, 2020 | 12:21 PM

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badhabit_wb

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Y2KFirehawk

I have the T-mod with a Callaway shifter. I think from what you're saying just the T-mod box would probably work best for you and your wife. If you get the T-mod box and that is not enough then you can add the Callaway to the T-mod box or remove the T-mod box and add an MGW shifter. The MGW is a stand alone shifter and doesn't use the box.

Apr 2, 2020 | 04:46 PM

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rwc815

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Done

Just finished installing the MGW and it was easy. The hardest part was slipping the modified factory boot into the MGW bellows. Also did the Red Line D4 synthetic in the tranny. Wow car shifts silky smooth with much more ease. Probably the 2nd best mod behind my Soler TB and controller.

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