Re Amemiya Short Shifter
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Re Amemiya Short Shifter
Just bought the Re Amemiya Short Shifter from CORKSPORT (thanks, Derrick), and now trying to figure out how to install it on my 93 VR. I've never done a short shifter before, so any help is greatly appreciated.
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http://www.mazdatrix.com/faq/ssinstal.htm
I hope you are not too disappointed with this shifter. It's not really a short shifter, just a shifter with a shorter arm from what I've read.
I hope you are not too disappointed with this shifter. It's not really a short shifter, just a shifter with a shorter arm from what I've read.
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Yea, I've searched through the threads, and it seems that the RE shifter isn't completely "short" when compared to the other aftermarket shifters. Honestly, I just wanted something to replace the stock shifter and boot, and I found the RE shifter through corksport for a little over $100, so it was a steal. I've decided I'm going Mazdaspeed shifter when I do a few more upgrades. Running 100% stock as of now (with R1 lip and strut tower).
Pinkrx7: Thanks for the tips. I will try them and get back to you. I'm thinking I will have another question by tonight.
Does the center console come off easily?
Pinkrx7: Thanks for the tips. I will try them and get back to you. I'm thinking I will have another question by tonight.
Does the center console come off easily?
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Put it in neutral...makes it a little easier to install IMO. Keep an old towel or big rag handy to keep any oil from the old shifter from dripping on anything in the interior. The FSM also specifies some gear grease on the lower bushing and the ball-pivot before lowering it back down into the gear oil.
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Yea, I've searched through the threads, and it seems that the RE shifter isn't completely "short" when compared to the other aftermarket shifters. Honestly, I just wanted something to replace the stock shifter and boot, and I found the RE shifter through corksport for a little over $100, so it was a steal. I've decided I'm going Mazdaspeed shifter when I do a few more upgrades. Running 100% stock as of now (with R1 lip and strut tower).
Pinkrx7: Thanks for the tips. I will try them and get back to you. I'm thinking I will have another question by tonight.
Does the center console come off easily?
Pinkrx7: Thanks for the tips. I will try them and get back to you. I'm thinking I will have another question by tonight.
Does the center console come off easily?
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Yea, do not have trans fluid on deck right now, but managed to get the console off. Found that the rubber is cut, so new rubber! Haha...
I guess I'm waiting until Friday.
Well, if they discontinued the Mazdaspeed shifter, I'll either have to look everywhere online for it, or start a trial-and-error series with other aftermarket shifters.
Thanks for the help guys. I think I just might end up at Mazdatrix. It gives me an excuse to get more work done :]
I guess I'm waiting until Friday.
Well, if they discontinued the Mazdaspeed shifter, I'll either have to look everywhere online for it, or start a trial-and-error series with other aftermarket shifters.
Thanks for the help guys. I think I just might end up at Mazdatrix. It gives me an excuse to get more work done :]
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Yup, 2 weeks ago. I took it to a shop since I was getting other things done. I noticed a significant decrease in shifter height, at least 3 inches. Having it low is ok, but I personally like shifters close to my steering wheel. But it's nice to have it low for comfortability. The throw itself doesn't feel too much different. I'd say 15-20% decrease in throw from the original pivot. The best charactaristic is how smooth the shifting is. It's just as smooth as stock, if not smoother, and having the throw slightly decreased gives the whole setup a better overall feel.
I may switch to Mazdaspeed/Mazdatrix later down the line. I have the Mazdatrix short throw on my '86 NA and I love it. The shifter is tall, about 6 inches from my steering wheel, and the very short click-in gears was a plus. Weird at first, but very beneficial when slamming into gears at 100 mph :]
I hope you enjoy the RE shifter.
I may switch to Mazdaspeed/Mazdatrix later down the line. I have the Mazdatrix short throw on my '86 NA and I love it. The shifter is tall, about 6 inches from my steering wheel, and the very short click-in gears was a plus. Weird at first, but very beneficial when slamming into gears at 100 mph :]
I hope you enjoy the RE shifter.
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My buddy has the B&M. I thought it was a bit notchy, but then when I got my FD, I can't stand the stock throw and actually am looking forward to getting a B&M for mine.