MGW short throw shifter !!!!
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I know this shifter will have significant adjustibility but this does bring up a question in my mind. Can this shifter be adjusted so that the length of the shifts are similar to that of the stock shifter? I'm one of those poor schmoe's who actually LIKES the feel of the OEM shifter. 
i was actually messing around with all the possible ranges of the shifter and if you put the **** height up a bit higher than stock and set the lower adjustment of our shifter to the LONGEST throw setting than you can get really close to the stock throw. NOT quite that long but close. i think once you set the throw and feel how easy our shifter is to use you will actually start adjusting it shorter and shoter ....and shorter
regards
george
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i was actually messing around with all the possible ranges of the shifter and if you put the **** height up a bit higher than stock and set the lower adjustment of our shifter to the LONGEST throw setting than you can get really close to the stock throw. NOT quite that long but close. i think once you set the throw and feel how easy our shifter is to use you will actually start adjusting it shorter and shoter ....and shorter
regards
george
regards
george
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I know this shifter will have significant adjustibility but this does bring up a question in my mind. Can this shifter be adjusted so that the length of the shifts are similar to that of the stock shifter? I'm one of those poor schmoe's who actually LIKES the feel of the OEM shifter.
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From: 'neath a cactus
I asked a question about a shifter that I might consider purchasing at some point in the future to replace an item with a comfortable throw from 1st to 2nd... and 3rd to 4th; but a less than optimal feel when moving from 2nd to 3rd... and 4th to 5th. 
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we have finalized the shifter design and are now doing a first production run of the cnc components. Also we have ordered all the molds for the rubber boots and flanges etc. they should be ready late feb.
i know this has been a long delay but we actually have a contract with homeland security that basically tied our hands last year for any new development. the shifter was also delayed because of a MAJOR feature on this shifter that needed patent protection.
we have contacted our patent firm and are in the process of applying for a utlity patent on this feature. i will disclose it mid feb when we have all of our bases covered. the shifter will be the first of its type that i know of on any car. a very unique featuree that will hopefully appeal to many different customers.
hang in there we are getting VERY close
regards
george
i know this has been a long delay but we actually have a contract with homeland security that basically tied our hands last year for any new development. the shifter was also delayed because of a MAJOR feature on this shifter that needed patent protection.
we have contacted our patent firm and are in the process of applying for a utlity patent on this feature. i will disclose it mid feb when we have all of our bases covered. the shifter will be the first of its type that i know of on any car. a very unique featuree that will hopefully appeal to many different customers.
hang in there we are getting VERY close
regards
george
I know that Mustangs is not your primary business. I am happy with my AT LAST control *****. Top quality. I just wish you would keep quiet about your products until you can deliver. I hope your product measures up to the number one PRO out there now.
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Wow, talk about a flame 
. At least he informed us that something is in the works. For some, it is well worth the wait.
BTW, which "control *****" are you talking about, because I believe the A/C ***** have been out for a long awhile, as has been the radio ****.
. At least he informed us that something is in the works. For some, it is well worth the wait.BTW, which "control *****" are you talking about, because I believe the A/C ***** have been out for a long awhile, as has been the radio ****.
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From: Medina county, OH
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Just wanted to post a public thanks to George for corresponding via email with me (still stuck in Iraq) about me getting on the list for one of these.
I'll keep checking in on this thread, and George - just shoot me an email once you want payment. I'll do it via the internet.
It'd be great for the shifter to be sitting in my den when I get home at the end of March.
So again - thanks George - great service as always.
I'll keep checking in on this thread, and George - just shoot me an email once you want payment. I'll do it via the internet.
It'd be great for the shifter to be sitting in my den when I get home at the end of March.
So again - thanks George - great service as always.
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Yes, this will be my fourth, Hurts, Pro 5.0, stock, now this one. Still in my search for the perfect shifter.
The Pro 5.0 has too much NVH, and now it started squeaking putting into 5th or reverse, and the ball sounds like it's about to vibrate off the top, and the it's rubbing on the underside of the car and sqeaking, and it transmits a lot more gear noise into the cabin, and it has a much longer throw than the Hurst, etc. It doesn't lock me out of 3rd though, and it's not as notchy feeling as the Hurst, which is why I got it.
Speaking of NVH, George, how is it on your new shifter?
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You bet, I'll post up a full comparison as well.
Yes, this will be my fourth, Hurts, Pro 5.0, stock, now this one. Still in my search for the perfect shifter.
The Pro 5.0 has too much NVH, and now it started squeaking putting into 5th or reverse, and the ball sounds like it's about to vibrate off the top, and the it's rubbing on the underside of the car and sqeaking, and it transmits a lot more gear noise into the cabin, and it has a much longer throw than the Hurst, etc. It doesn't lock me out of 3rd though, and it's not as notchy feeling as the Hurst, which is why I got it.
Speaking of NVH, George, how is it on your new shifter?
Yes, this will be my fourth, Hurts, Pro 5.0, stock, now this one. Still in my search for the perfect shifter.
The Pro 5.0 has too much NVH, and now it started squeaking putting into 5th or reverse, and the ball sounds like it's about to vibrate off the top, and the it's rubbing on the underside of the car and sqeaking, and it transmits a lot more gear noise into the cabin, and it has a much longer throw than the Hurst, etc. It doesn't lock me out of 3rd though, and it's not as notchy feeling as the Hurst, which is why I got it.
Speaking of NVH, George, how is it on your new shifter?
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i do not hear much of any noise over the stocker to be honest. i did get a LOT of rattling with the little hurst white ball and found out after ****ing around with it for an hour that the noise was actually inside the ball itself. the brass threded insert actually is loose in the ball and was causing the rattling sound. i switched ***** and it all went away. also, these cars seem to have a VERY loud tranny chatter in 4th when in lower rpms like when the engine is lugging a bit. i had it in both of our gt's STOCK so i know it is not s shifter issue BUT i am working on even getting that to a very minimal level.
i will be posting pics of the finished prodcution shifters next week, possibly this week if i get the last 2 pieces back from the anodizers.
regards
george
i will be posting pics of the finished prodcution shifters next week, possibly this week if i get the last 2 pieces back from the anodizers.
regards
george
