alexb76

Anyone knows how does this tool work? Can it be used to adjust a shifter that's sometimes hard to shif? or is this just for installing a new shifter/short shifter?

http://www.suncoastparts.com/product...netransmission

Thanks

FiatCoupe

I recently fitted a short shift kit, the OEM one. This tool clips onto the new gear lever and holds it in a perfect dead center neutral position. Without this the lever flops around until the cables are attached.

When I removed the old mechanism I made sure I left the gearbox in neutral. I marked the cables so I'd know how far the threads needed to be inserted into the new mechanism.

When I installed the new mechanism I realized it wasn't necessary to mark the cables. The gear lever is held in place by the tool and all you have to do it insert the cables into the receptacles attached to the end of the gear lever and lock them into place. Very easy.

I guess there is nothing stopping you tweeking the amount the two cables are inserted into the receptacles and the tool will hold the lever in neutral so you have a better idea as to how much you've adjusted them.

alexb76

Thanks a lot man... the reason I am asking is that I've been having some difficutly shifting into 1/2, and right now I got the center console removed for paint and thought IF things can get out of adjustment (my indy said it's not possible)), might be a good idea to adjust the stock shifter with this tool? Is that possible/worthwhile?

jss67

did you ever end up using the tool to align your shifter?

alexb76

Yes, not myself, but had it done at a shop. It definitely helps with better shifting, cables stretch after a while and this is not a bad idea.

The HARDEST part is the removal of the console which is the PITA!

jss67

Do you still have the tool, I need to replace the shifter cables. I know what you mean about the console I wasted 3 hours on a beautiful Sunday afternoon taking it apart.

alexb76

No, my shop had it, it's very cheap anyways.