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pewter99 · 03-05-2008, 10:50 AM

Ok guys, here's the pics and install write-up as promised. Sorry for the long wait

I had this posted up in another thread in Vette Tech/Perf, but it was on the 5th page, and people were skipping over and not seeing it, so here are the goods.

Here is everything you get with the kit minus the shift knob. The knob is an option and can be ordered at the same time. Notice how complete the kit is with its T-Handle allens and RTV Silicone. :thumbs:

The shifter body is very heavy duty. Construction is top notch!

This it the shifter shaft. It is interchangable, and MGW is going to be offering different thread sizes for using the stock knob as well as other aftermarket types. Again constuction is top notch. The cool thing about it's design is, to change it out to a different size shaft, removal of the console is not needed, simply remove the knob, pull the shifter boot up and remove the interchangable shaft:thumbs:

This is the shift knob that I elected to go with....I love it! F##Kin Fast!

Ok, I am picking up the install after the center console has been removed since I've had mine off for weeks waiting to install the shifter.
Here's a couple shots of the console and stock shifter removed from its body.

Here the MGW shifter body is installed with the 4 supplied mounting allen bolts and lock washers. Line the shifter housing with the sealant before installing the MGW shifter body down onto it.

Next, reinstall the stock rubber shift boot assembly and then the MGW suppled boot on top. I want to check with George about re-using the stock piece since his shifter comes with it's own boot, but I figured I'd install both for the added insulation and possible sound deadening.

Next re-install the yellow rubber insulation sheet over the shifter assembly. Then, install the shifter shaft onto the shifter body by sliding it onto the base and tightening down the 2 allen bolts. (Sorry the pic for this step didn't come out). Then slide the stock leather shifter boot over the entire assembly and thread the shifter knob onto the shaft. This knob has a set screw that is to be tightened when at your desired position.

You're pretty much done. Re-install the console and thats it. Real easy job. 1st Gear

Ok, now for my impressions of the shifter......All I can say is WOW!!!!

This thing is absolutely awesome. It is by far the best shifter available for the C5 and C6 Corvette hands down!. The construction and durability of this thing is obsolutely outstanding. My issue with the other shifters I have tried is the poor construction and weak overall feeling of them. I am very hard on my shifters and the MGW feels like there is no way in hell you are ever going to pull on it too hard. It feels like a tree trunk sprouting from the console. The throws are short and precise. I can't see ever missing a 2-3 shift again. The centering action is perfect. The best part for us Vette owners is......NO SHIFTER RATTLE WHAT-SO-EVER!!!!!!!!

I can't urge you guys enough to get this shifter. It is the best on the market.....Sorry Callaway guys.

George, Thanks for a great product. You'd better get to work making a crap load more of these cause they are going to sell like hot cakes :thumbs:

03-05-2008, 10:50 AM	#1
pewter99 This place cracks me up Join Date: May 2006 Location: CorvetteForum Mod Posts: 322 Name :	** MGW shifter Install**** Ok guys, here's the pics and install write-up as promised. Sorry for the long wait I had this posted up in another thread in Vette Tech/Perf, but it was on the 5th page, and people were skipping over and not seeing it, so here are the goods. Here is everything you get with the kit minus the shift knob. The knob is an option and can be ordered at the same time. Notice how complete the kit is with its T-Handle allens and RTV Silicone. :thumbs: The shifter body is very heavy duty. Construction is top notch! This it the shifter shaft. It is interchangable, and MGW is going to be offering different thread sizes for using the stock knob as well as other aftermarket types. Again constuction is top notch. The cool thing about it's design is, to change it out to a different size shaft, removal of the console is not needed, simply remove the knob, pull the shifter boot up and remove the interchangable shaft:thumbs: This is the shift knob that I elected to go with....I love it! F##Kin Fast! Ok, I am picking up the install after the center console has been removed since I've had mine off for weeks waiting to install the shifter. Here's a couple shots of the console and stock shifter removed from its body. Here the MGW shifter body is installed with the 4 supplied mounting allen bolts and lock washers. Line the shifter housing with the sealant before installing the MGW shifter body down onto it. Next, reinstall the stock rubber shift boot assembly and then the MGW suppled boot on top. I want to check with George about re-using the stock piece since his shifter comes with it's own boot, but I figured I'd install both for the added insulation and possible sound deadening. Next re-install the yellow rubber insulation sheet over the shifter assembly. Then, install the shifter shaft onto the shifter body by sliding it onto the base and tightening down the 2 allen bolts. (Sorry the pic for this step didn't come out). Then slide the stock leather shifter boot over the entire assembly and thread the shifter knob onto the shaft. This knob has a set screw that is to be tightened when at your desired position. You're pretty much done. Re-install the console and thats it. Real easy job. 1st Gear Ok, now for my impressions of the shifter......All I can say is WOW!!!! This thing is absolutely awesome. It is by far the best shifter available for the C5 and C6 Corvette hands down!. The construction and durability of this thing is obsolutely outstanding. My issue with the other shifters I have tried is the poor construction and weak overall feeling of them. I am very hard on my shifters and the MGW feels like there is no way in hell you are ever going to pull on it too hard. It feels like a tree trunk sprouting from the console. The throws are short and precise. I can't see ever missing a 2-3 shift again. The centering action is perfect. The best part for us Vette owners is......NO SHIFTER RATTLE WHAT-SO-EVER!!!!!!!! I can't urge you guys enough to get this shifter. It is the best on the market.....Sorry Callaway guys. George, Thanks for a great product. You'd better get to work making a crap load more of these cause they are going to sell like hot cakes :thumbs: