Custom AT shifter setup

[3GFX]

Ok, so I want to apologize for the poor pics. I don't have a camera so my phone will have to suffice.

I'm working on a custom aluminum shift knob. I'm not sure if I'm going to leave the knob as it is (machined). I'm going to get it knurled and sand blasted. Then possibly anodized.

I designed it to sit low to the automatic gate and shorten the overall height. On top of that I covered up the automatic shift gate with suede to make it look like a manual.

http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/2905/image006vg4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img118.imageshack.us/img118/3638/image008jf0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[Gizzmo_jr]

salt stains FTW !

really thou, looking much better but I'd definitely get it turned and milled down to a design then the straight cylinder you have now.

[3GFX]

lol, not a fan of winter and salt :s

I've had a lot of people suggest the whole taper design thing, but I'm into the 'sequential shifter' look. I'm definitly gonna get it knurled though.

This is the shifter from the Ascari A10:

http://www.evo.co.uk/images/front_picture_library_UK/dir_420/car_photo_210475_5.jpg

[Gizzmo_jr]

*drool* fastest car around Top Gear....

[mEtH]

Not feeling the panty hose shift boot man, get a custom leather one made up and attach it to the shift knob from underneath with tie straps.

[cwp_sedan]

+1 on not feeling it. Good attempt though. :)

[3GFX]

Not feeling the panty hose shift boot man, get a custom leather one made up and attach it to the shift knob from underneath with tie straps.


lol, good referance. I tried. The autobox ain't that easy to take apart. To much stuff to cover up :(

Can't get the same sagging leather like on the MT. I might get the boot re stitched from 4 pieces to look more legit.

[Kevin@nextmod]

get a stick shift.....=)

[3GFX]

LMAO I would if I could!!! Jeeese :p

[Kevin@nextmod]

muwahahha......i can say that to people now......

[Skarbro]

The boot would look better in leather.

[3GFX]

I'm gonna try and get better pics, these cell phone ones arent really doing it much justice :p

[Pimpin_29y]

Not feeling the panty hose shift boot man, get a custom leather one made up and attach it to the shift knob from underneath with tie straps.

LOL! Thats what I was thinking when I saw that....panty hose. :)
Good attempt though Dave.

[WhiteSpeed3]

dave ill give u some help on wat to do at the la paloma meet tomorrow 1 simple fix but i think ill make u wait HAHAHA

[3GFX]

lol, rough times here on the board. Man do I feel like a nube again :p

I'm still a fan *runs and hides in shame*

Vince, I can only imagine what the fix is gonna be :S

[gqstunning]

This by far is the worst mod on your car! You have an automatic, accept it, embrace it! Don't try to overcompensate for your shortcommings man!

[bubba1983]

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

WAHOOO

wheres the fang, i wanna hear him cut you up tooo :P

[3GFX]

Hey I embrace the fact I have an automatic, I'm not complaining. I'm just changing the look. :p

I just decided to cover up the gate rather than just change the knob!

Holy smokes you guys really cut deep! Thank god I'm not a nube anymore. I'm taking your comments into consideration, but I'm keeping it as I like it. I've had 50/50 from other people, but wow cut deep guys.

Fang, just put the nail it for me man.

[qycxzerqp]

If you replace that boot with OEM one, it might look better.

[3GFX]

I'll give the leather a shot. The problem being is that leather is thick and may not fit through the opening and will only increase the buldge panty hose effect around the base of the get because I can't take the actual gate (silver part) out.

[Cardinal Fang]

Fang, just put the nail it for me man.

*Sighs*

As you wish.

First let me say that I like you 3GFX. I really do. If you and I were in a bar and you were pissed drunk with your beer goggles on hitting on something you thought was hot I would stop you from making a bad decision you would regret later.

That being said I just want to bitch slap you right now! It looks bad. Seriously bad. It looks like a penis with a nut sack. I'd be afraid to touch it for fear that:

1. The car might jerk and like it or
2. I may enjoy the reaction.

Either way it's no good man. This is the kinda stuff that jdanielsg would find cool. Once you start down this path 3GFX there is no turning back. Next will be the plastic CT spinners then the headliner with tassels. I can't let you do this man. :loco

Embrace the automatic lifestyle 3GFX. Don't fight it.

[3GFX]

Ahhhh thank you Fang. Your comedic description and relation to jdanielsg has inspired me to remove the boot. I will remove the boot but I'm working on the custom shift knob as I'm still a fan of the Ascari's. I'll post pics as the work progresses and I say goodbye to the suede pantyhose.

Fang, I appreciate the fact that you would help my 20/20 in a beer goggled situation.


Lest we forget that fat chicks need love to, they just gotta pay.


*runs and hides*

[Cardinal Fang]

(don't read into this) I honestly like the feel and position.

HE's G A Y !
Not that there is anything remotely wrong with that. :chuckle

[3GFX]

HEY WTF?

*goes and edits post*

hahaha...straight like a bar in a prison. Wait....

....I'm currently accepting nude female models to pose in front of my car.

[Cardinal Fang]

If it makes you feel any better 3GFX I'm actually a lesbian trapped in a man's body.

*Walks off*

[3GFX]

Aahahahhaha....

I can't be gay, I can be a lesbian but thats about it!

[gqstunning]

Adding a freakin huge shaft on your car that no car comes standard with may be sending out the wrong signals. These same signals would probably get you a lot of attention on Church street! Who knows, maybe you will find those nude models you were looking for there too! I agree with fang on this one.

[3GFX]

Easy now gq, ur getting a little to knowledgable on this situation.

[MattC]

I love how slick everything in the Ascari is, then you look at the GIANT "REVERSE" button

whatever you do don't move your knee when driving, or youll drop the tranny.

[WhiteSpeed3]

hope i helped tonight dave

[3GFX]

Vince you helped out a lot. It turns out the OEM manual boot will fit over and looks really good! Problem being its a little pricey. I have many plans before I go and spend $100 on the part I need, but its on the list!

[azn_outlaw]

Well the main thing is that you tried and hey if you like it go ahead and do it up...

I think this is what he was trying to do:

http://www.redlinegoods.com/images/Mazda3-03.jpg

your current shift knob looks like a pop can to me, LOL!

oh and yeah the shift boot aint that great as everyone said...

none the less to help here is place that sells shift boots that should help your cause and be a bit cheaper:

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=89056

or

http://www.redlinegoods.com/clrchart.shtm

well good luck on your project

[mEtH]

Dave, talk to Hypothrml, he took my aftermarket shiftboot so will probably has his kicking around. Even ask Bubb's hes got an aftermarket one as well...

JPAV I think has this mod done, or I am thinking of someone else.

[3GFX]

Sweet thanks, I'll ask em!

Its not just the boot though. I need the plastic surround as well.

[bubba1983]

well, i have a boot here if you want it dave.,..its collecting dust doing nothing

[p-o-g-i]

Not feeling the panty hose shift boot man, get a custom leather one made up and attach it to the shift knob from underneath with tie straps.

This is the way I setup my shift boot. I hope this helps you out 3GFX.
**sorry for the cheap pics; taken with camera phone**

http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j109/p-o-g-i/Image062.jpg

[aewon]

everything looks good but the shift boot.
props.

[p-o-g-i]

everything looks good but the shift boot.
props.

2 reasons why I chose this particular boot:

- red stitching goes with the red stitching on the seats
- more importantly, the boot was $15 brand new at SLS

[sunnyhomeboy]

get a real stick shift car bro.

[p-o-g-i]

get a real stick shift car bro.

Can't. Wife doesn't drive standard, nor does she desire to...

[mEtH]

Might I suggest getting rid of the string tie and flip the neck inside just a little and use a tie-rap to hold it from underneath. It will look cleaner and still hold no problem.

[p-o-g-i]

Might I suggest getting rid of the string tie and flip the neck inside just a little and use a tie-rap to hold it from underneath. It will look cleaner and still hold no problem.

Good call. I'll take that suggestion into consideration.... would definitely look alot cleaner. I hate that stupid string.

[bubba1983]

kinda makes you feel naughty cause you jus wanna un-do it

[gqstunning]

Not really, everything looks likes like its sagging.

[p-o-g-i]

Not really, everything looks likes like its sagging.

I'm pretty sure "bubba" was referring to the previous posts about removing the string.....

[bubba1983]

mmhmmm that be true

[3GFX]

UPDATE!!!

So I've done the second shifter. It's painted black, not sure if I like the black or not yet but I'm happy with the shape and finish. Its less cylindrical now because the bottom is now tapered. The grip itself is knurled.

The size is perfect, and its a little shorter than stock. Definitly happy with the result.

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/2498/dpps0042vs1.jpg

http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/1780/dpps0043nc3.jpg

[Gizzmo_jr]

That's way better, nice work!

[3GFX]

lol, thank you! I said it was a work in progress :p

[07three]

Wow thats really nice. How much did it end up costing you?

[3GFX]

Lets see...Material plus machine time. Techinically it would cost about $100. Its aluminium, one off piece. But I only paid for material.

[Cardinal Fang]

I like it. It looks sharp and definitely distinctive.

[p-o-g-i]

You just need the boot now and you're good to go.....

[3GFX]

I like it. It looks sharp and definitely distinctive.

Thx Cardi!


You just need the boot now and you're good to go.....

Dunno if I'm gonna go with a boot. We'll see.