i was sufing around and came upon.. [ http://www.exoticar.com/pages/showroom.cfm?newsearch=1 ] (the pic is just and example) and was wondering if there is like a 'shift plate' instead of a shift boot available for the maximas. anyone know?

 

Hehe, what are you going for, the Ferrari Maxima look?

 

I dont think there is one, but I've been thinking about getting one made for a few years. Just never got around to it

 

well now is the time to get on it and yeah.. ferrari maxima look is cool withme.. just never thought of it that way... i was thinkin more like driving arcade simulator/maxima look.

 

I would like that also if it doesn't look cheap. It would help my girlfriend figure out where the gears are! I'm trying to teach her how to drive but she always gets confused on where to shift to.

 

Actually I think I will.......
I'll make a cardborad template when I get back from NYC and see if I can get a prototype made.....

 

I've wanted this done for a while now too, but been too lazy to plan it out. If you make one, I will buy

 

ill say it once ill say it again, ur car is my favorite lookin one on the org, i have a thing for all black and hopefully will achieve that when i finally start doin cosmetic stuff

 

Thanks

 

I'd think that'd be the last thing someone would get confused on. First you go up...then you go down. Then you go up...and then back down! Esp with the Max's notchy nature...

 

Might really get tough the gears since Ferrari shift gates are hard as anything to shift smoothly. Always hitting the gates hindering a smooth shift, but maybe practice shifting would make it easier. I kind of like how the Maxima has the shift boot, makes the shifting easier and faster with practice. If you thought that your 5 speed is notchy now, wait until you put a shift plate on there. 2-3 and 4-5 will take forever. Forget your chances of speed shifting those gears.

 

I have a good connection with a metal shop. I may be able to get them made. But I would need a template, and I don't have a 5-speed. If someone wants to get me a template I'd take it from there...

 

i wanted to make one for a little while...

uhm curious, i don't have much experience with fibreglass, but could
you use that to make the final product? and paint it or something?

 

I think aluminum would be much easier.

 

I like the idea too, I'll buy. Always get crumbs in the leather boot anyway

 

i know exactly what you mean!!