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Old Apr 19, 2006 | 10:00 PM
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I think something is wrong with mine, 5th gear used to just be a light shove on the shifter up and a *little* bit to the right, it was beautiful, now it seems like unless I slide it into neutral and then to the right quite a bit and then up, I will end up in 3rd gear, which aside from the damage to my clutch, is embarassing.

=(

I can't think of anything that could cause this. Keep paying attention to it and let me know if it changes anymore.
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Old Apr 19, 2006 | 10:02 PM
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just installed mine tonight, that was alot easier than I expected. Even the great DIY I read made it sound hared than it waactually was.

The shifting is very tight and quick, I noticed that most of the improvment is in the "side to side" movement as opposed to up and down.
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Old Apr 19, 2006 | 11:39 PM
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I'd love for there to be another group buy
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Dro
I think something is wrong with mine, 5th gear used to just be a light shove on the shifter up and a *little* bit to the right, it was beautiful, now it seems like unless I slide it into neutral and then to the right quite a bit and then up, I will end up in 3rd gear, which aside from the damage to my clutch, is embarassing.

=(
I don't have any issues like you're describing with mine. The nature of a short shifter is to make it tighter, though, so maybe that's all you're experiencing and overexaggerating a little? It's still a clear/smooth shot into 5th for me.

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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 09:52 PM
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midpipe ?
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 09:54 PM
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midpipe ?
Whoops, typo there, I fixed it. I had just read a midpipe thread, must've still been on my mind.
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 09:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Richard Paul
I can't think of anything that could cause this. Keep paying attention to it and let me know if it changes anymore.
will do

thanks
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Old Apr 23, 2006 | 02:18 AM
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Since the '06 Miata uses the Rx8 platform does it use the Rx8 transmision?
'Cause if it does then I have a new market. Anyone know this?
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Old Apr 23, 2006 | 02:26 AM
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Nope, but I'm sure there would be tons of California Miata owners that would be more than willing to be a test mule if you cut them a deal.
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Old Apr 24, 2006 | 01:37 PM
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Hey Richard I installed the SS this weekend and it is a dream! Feels much more solid than the stock and it is much easier to shift! Good work.
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Old Apr 24, 2006 | 01:42 PM
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Jesus crist everything is pricey on this car, but oh well! Pay to play! Just ordered! Thanks 8 is enough on the link.
I agree 100%. Does anyone have any answers as to why this cost about 3 or 4 times as much as normal short throw shift kits?
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Old Apr 24, 2006 | 04:46 PM
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i'm also down for a group buy. how many more are needed?
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Old Apr 24, 2006 | 05:27 PM
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Originally Posted by t-run/8
I agree 100%. Does anyone have any answers as to why this cost about 3 or 4 times as much as normal short throw shift kits?
if you are referring to the MS one, it is much more money almost $400. you may doubt the price when you buy it but once you receive it and install it you will realize you made a great investment. just like the one guy said, you pay to play. but i do think that the price on this is very reasonable.

EDIT: Also this shifter is warrantied for the life of your car as long as you are the original owner.

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Old May 4, 2006 | 05:40 PM
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i went by richards shop last week to pick up a short shifter and he was nice enough to even install it for me. its only been a week and i have to say, out of the performence mods ive made so far( intake,exaust,springs) this is my favorite. i dont think any one mod could change the driving experience of the 8 for the better then this shifter. well done
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Old May 4, 2006 | 06:38 PM
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Originally Posted by mahuna
i went by richards shop last week to pick up a short shifter and he was nice enough to even install it for me. its only been a week and i have to say, out of the performence mods ive made so far( intake,exaust,springs) this is my favorite. i dont think any one mod could change the driving experience of the 8 for the better then this shifter. well done
I hope the mad inventor used the DIY guide to install it for you. You wouldn't want him let loose on your car without guidance of some sort.......
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Old May 5, 2006 | 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by sleep
i'm also down for a group buy. how many more are needed?
COUNT ME IN TOO!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Old May 5, 2006 | 02:56 PM
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I'd be in for another group buy.
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Old May 5, 2006 | 04:50 PM
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me too...

Chance of me buying at full price = 0%

Group buy = 100%
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Old May 5, 2006 | 05:33 PM
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I would be in on a group by as well!
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Old May 5, 2006 | 05:34 PM
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Count me in as well =)
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Old May 5, 2006 | 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Vengeance
me too...

Chance of me buying at full price = 0%

Group buy = 100%
I feel sorry for you.

As for the small issue I was having before, everything seems to be 100% now, and I am enjoying the SS more than ever. Thanks again Richard.
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Old May 5, 2006 | 06:10 PM
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I'd be in as well
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Old May 5, 2006 | 06:45 PM
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That's enough, let me go see if I have that many.
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Old May 5, 2006 | 07:13 PM
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Only have 0 left. I'll have to run some, takes about two weeks.
You guys get it together and I'll produce a batch.

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Old May 5, 2006 | 08:23 PM
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ill take one richard just let me know when you're ready. do we buy it with the buy now link on your site? what will the price be?
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