Just Got an X --- Mod Suggestions for a Smoother 5 speed Manual Gearbox?
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Just Got an X --- Mod Suggestions for a Smoother 5 speed Manual Gearbox?
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I haven't had an EVO in years (built an '05 back in 2009 to 500awhp).
I just purchased a '12 EVO X GSR SSS yesterday and drove 2 different GSR's before I purchased this one. I noticed both of them had a "notchy" feel to them that was not present in my previous evo, BMW 135, and Subaru WRX that I have owned.
I drove it again today and it seems like the 5 speed wants to even occasionally grind if I do not put the clutch to the floor.
The car is stage 2 right now and I'm pretty sure it is the stock 5 speed shifter.
What modifications can I do to the shifter to alleviate this issue? It has the stock leather shift knob as well. The other one had the Aluminum knob and it did not feel as notchy.
My other evo had shifter bushing, short shifter, upgraded heavier knob, and different transmission fluid. I am not trying to modify this car much more, but this issue is annoying.
I searched and just came up with a thread where there was a poll asking how many have the notchy feeling on their X's.
Thanks in advance!
I haven't had an EVO in years (built an '05 back in 2009 to 500awhp).
I just purchased a '12 EVO X GSR SSS yesterday and drove 2 different GSR's before I purchased this one. I noticed both of them had a "notchy" feel to them that was not present in my previous evo, BMW 135, and Subaru WRX that I have owned.
I drove it again today and it seems like the 5 speed wants to even occasionally grind if I do not put the clutch to the floor.
The car is stage 2 right now and I'm pretty sure it is the stock 5 speed shifter.
What modifications can I do to the shifter to alleviate this issue? It has the stock leather shift knob as well. The other one had the Aluminum knob and it did not feel as notchy.
My other evo had shifter bushing, short shifter, upgraded heavier knob, and different transmission fluid. I am not trying to modify this car much more, but this issue is annoying.
I searched and just came up with a thread where there was a poll asking how many have the notchy feeling on their X's.
Thanks in advance!
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I was searching on google and found this: "Krackas Ultimate Shifter Package"
http://www.maperformance.com/krackas...shi-evo-x.html
Can anyone who has this package chime in and provide feedback? Is it necessary to get all of these different components for a stage 2 car?
http://www.maperformance.com/krackas...shi-evo-x.html
Can anyone who has this package chime in and provide feedback? Is it necessary to get all of these different components for a stage 2 car?
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I was searching on google and found this: "Krackas Ultimate Shifter Package"
http://www.maperformance.com/krackas...shi-evo-x.html
Can anyone who has this package chime in and provide feedback? Is it necessary to get all of these different components for a stage 2 car?
http://www.maperformance.com/krackas...shi-evo-x.html
Can anyone who has this package chime in and provide feedback? Is it necessary to get all of these different components for a stage 2 car?
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I'm thinking about starting out with the Works Grab Shift Knob, Works Short Shifter, under hood shifter bushings, and shifter in car bushings from works as well.
Thoughts?
thanks!
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I think I have the same problem with my 2009 50km
Its difficult to put in from N to 1st and from 1st to 2nd.
The rest is fine.
I read theres a recall for all evo X in Novembre 2013 for the master clutch cylinder...
Related?
Its difficult to put in from N to 1st and from 1st to 2nd.
The rest is fine.
I read theres a recall for all evo X in Novembre 2013 for the master clutch cylinder...
Related?
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Will PM back after I research my options. thanks!
From my research, it seems that replacing the stock fluid with Red Line, upgrading bushings, short shifter, underhood bushings, and shifter knob will fix the notchiness quite a bit!
What does removing the clutch restriction valve do? Is it difficult to do? Do you not have a upgrade shift knob, short shifter, or underhood bushings? Thank you
What does removing the clutch restriction valve do? Is it difficult to do? Do you not have a upgrade shift knob, short shifter, or underhood bushings? Thank you
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http://www.evomoto.com/tech_info.php...5c77616b84523f
Removing the pill gets rid of the restriction in the line. The only thing I warn against is once removed DO NOT clutch drop on launches. It was put there to slip the clutch a little when launching the car by newbs that do not know how to launch a awd. But I noticed a HUGE difference before and after especially WOT shifting. And no I don't have any weighted shift knob. Maybe one day.
Removing the pill gets rid of the restriction in the line. The only thing I warn against is once removed DO NOT clutch drop on launches. It was put there to slip the clutch a little when launching the car by newbs that do not know how to launch a awd. But I noticed a HUGE difference before and after especially WOT shifting. And no I don't have any weighted shift knob. Maybe one day.
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http://www.evomoto.com/tech_info.php...5c77616b84523f
Removing the pill gets rid of the restriction in the line. The only thing I warn against is once removed DO NOT clutch drop on launches. It was put there to slip the clutch a little when launching the car by newbs that do not know how to launch a awd. But I noticed a HUGE difference before and after especially WOT shifting. And no I don't have any weighted shift knob. Maybe one day.
Removing the pill gets rid of the restriction in the line. The only thing I warn against is once removed DO NOT clutch drop on launches. It was put there to slip the clutch a little when launching the car by newbs that do not know how to launch a awd. But I noticed a HUGE difference before and after especially WOT shifting. And no I don't have any weighted shift knob. Maybe one day.
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I only ran the Mitsubishi Diaqueen, AMS underhood shifter bushings, AMS selector gate and weighted Ralliart shift knob. I didn't notch like others were suggesting.
I have noticed some guys complaining at notchiness were shifting at odd times. Like the 3700 rpm mark. Try shifting low rpms (<3200) and high rpms (>4200) and see how it goes. I'm willing to bet you won't notch out.
I have noticed some guys complaining at notchiness were shifting at odd times. Like the 3700 rpm mark. Try shifting low rpms (<3200) and high rpms (>4200) and see how it goes. I'm willing to bet you won't notch out.
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I only ran the Mitsubishi Diaqueen, AMS underhood shifter bushings, AMS selector gate and weighted Ralliart shift knob. I didn't notch like others were suggesting.
I have noticed some guys complaining at notchiness were shifting at odd times. Like the 3700 rpm mark. Try shifting low rpms (<3200) and high rpms (>4200) and see how it goes. I'm willing to bet you won't notch out.
I have noticed some guys complaining at notchiness were shifting at odd times. Like the 3700 rpm mark. Try shifting low rpms (<3200) and high rpms (>4200) and see how it goes. I'm willing to bet you won't notch out.