I was wondering if anybody has noticed and difference between the pacesetter and the smc shifters. With the price difference of being about half for the pacesetter I just want to make sure it is not a piece of crap. Thanks for any info.

well i am not a 100% but i heard they were made by the same company i ordered the pacsetter and did not install it yet,it has a lifetime warranty and i figured for 70.00 i can't go wrong i have heard only good things about it ... you might want to ask cheston or check out www.maximadriver.com for more info, hope this helps.louis

Big job?
 

This is somethign that I think I might go for eventually? Is it a big job overall or is it another one that with the right tools is basicly a bolt on?

SuDZ

Re: Big job?
 

from what i understand its not too hard the exaust however does get in the way.. i am going to install mine with a friend who works for a nissan dealer he said he's done them in his mustangs and they are cake to do so he is not to concearned... someone had directions i'd post and ask who so you can better see what you are getting yourself involved in

i used to have that shift knob

If you have thr ight tools and are slightly mechanically inclined, short throws are fairly easy to install.

Shift knob
 

How do you get the stock shift knob off in the first place? Does it unscrew or is it glued on or something of that sort?

SuDZ

It is screwed in, but there is some glue in there. Just have to twist real hard to get the glue to break.

Well I found the Pacesetter at NOPI for I around $56(i think). I never knew that the same company was behind them, from what I've seen and talked to it is not that bad, just take your time and make sure that everything goes back correctly.

Shortchaz,

What shift knob is that? I love it... I want just a simple big black knob. And thanks for the NOPI tip...I think I'll bite but will get a shift knob with it. Are the threads/diameter for sticks standardized for knobs or do I need a universal one that you screw into place?

Thanks,
Mishmosh

Its a Ractive that just screws into place, it comes with three different sized rubber caps to go over the threads and then you place the knob over the cap and screw it down, I got it at a local store so I am not real sure where you might be able to get one off the net, I haven't seen one yet, everybody I've looked at has the other brands of knobs, but no ractive, maybe I was just looking in the wrong spot.

in the FAQ sticky at the top of this forum, this site is listed and it will tell you all you need to know about installing a STS
http://vbxmaxima.8m.com/shifter.html

I did my own on my 93 (pretty similar install)
the only problem is getting the catalytic converter off, but I couldnt' so I just worked around it

Shift Knob
 

Are they all the same size or do you have to get specific ones? Also how do you secure the new ones on?

SuDZ

That is good to hear! I don't think I could get the cat off myself either. Hopefully, it can be done with it left on for my 4th gen. If not, I may have to visit my local Meineke who can loosen up the bolts and may even be able to install the darn thing (they do minor auto work).

What surprises me after pricing out the knob is why the heck they are so expensive! Around $60-80. That to me is insane... Definitely want to buy in person if I'm paying that much so at least I can see it live and if doesn't fit, I can always get a quick return.

Re: Shift Knob
 

See www.sportscar-parts.com ! Their prices are average but they have alot of nice knobs. I've purchased from them and have received my pkg. in a week.

Re: Shift Knob
 

Just make sure to get one that is universal and you will have no problem. Mine was $40 at a local store, it has three allen screws that attatch at the base and "hold" onto the rubber cap.