[Noel]

Something I couldn't understand why Honda implemented a curved/slanted shift lever design, not only is it off centre but it can also cause mis-shifts. One of the improvements made by Spoon was to correct this with a replacement assembly that changes the shift lever back into a central straight position whilst reducing shift throws aka reducing shifting distances. @ ¥32,000 ~ Approximately $300 USD RRP, this is truly an essential upgrade if you find your current shifting with a "room for improvement".

 

[Joker]

Thank you very much for the heads up Noel :thumbsup:
Joker - who now wants to do this upgrade

 

[TSXinity]

how much of a lesser shifting distance? I like it to be really "short throws"....like those on the RX-8 and the 350z...

 

[Noel]

Tough question to answer unless you've done this mod and driven both, quite frankly ... My impression of the OEM 6MT is quite ideal in shift distance even without any modifications, it's the off-centre that's a bigger concern thus Spoon addressed with a relevant change for their race car.

 

[tony4311]

Thank you very much for the heads up Noel :thumbsup:
Joker - who now wants to do this upgrade

..but..but...it's not mugen!?

 

[Joker]

..but..but...it's not mugen!?

<--likes Spoon as well :thumbsup: Shhhhhh

 

[johnej]

ok... but what might have been the reason for the off center placement of the shift lever?

 

[Noel]

That's a mystery.

 

[j.tear1080]

<-- likes TSXinity's avatar... a lot!

 

[TSXinity]

<-- likes TSXinity's avatar... a lot!

lol....there's more on my other post --> http://www.tsxclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2841&page=2&pp=15

 

[j.tear1080]

Thanks for that link, Trish is extremly good looking!! as is the Car, i love it.. You have put lots of money into that thing. When i saw the upside-down Acura symbol, i thought vtec first... But i like it no matter what its for, your car is sweet!

 

[j.tear1080]

oh yeah, and the apexi exhaust looks great!

 

[Type-S Swiss]

I checked my 6M Honda Euro accord and the shifter is dead center. Not sure if I am missing anything or ?

 

[Noel]

Did you take off the shift boot to verify that the shifter is actually straight and not bend?

If so, that'll be interesting. Show us some pictures if you could.

 

[Type-S Swiss]

nope I did not take it off - it could actually be bent but it sits right in the middle.

I'll try to get a picture when I have a minute

 

[Noel]

You won't actually see it bend unless you remove the shift boot. Most people won't realize the difference actually. Unless, it might be truly straight.

 

[Type-S Swiss]

from the STD pic you have posted, is it actually in 1st gear or no gear is engaged?

In my car, that would look like when the 1st is engaged.

 

[johnej]

Why is there a bend in the first place? and how does that effect the ability/or lack therof someone to shift gears?

 

[Noel]

from the STD pic you have posted, is it actually in 1st gear or no gear is engaged?

Both pictures are taken in neutral. The shifter in first should be elevated forward left. Have you removed the shift boot to find out if the shifter is bent or straight?

Why is there a bend in the first place? and how does that effect the ability/or lack therof someone to shift gears?

My initial remarks - Something I couldn't understand why Honda implemented a curved/slanted shift lever design, not only is it off centre but it can also cause mis-shifts. One of the improvements made by Spoon was to correct this with a replacement assembly that changes the shift lever back into a central straight position whilst reducing shift throws aka reducing shifting distances.

 

[Type-S Swiss]

no I have not removed the boot - not sure If I want to - or will be able to put it back on ! LOL

I tried to feel through the material and I can only feel something straight, no curve at all.