NIGHTSTALKER

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 ****. The **** 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.



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 **** 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 ****, pull the shifter boot up and remove the interchangable shaft



This is the shift **** 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 **** onto the shaft. This **** 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. Here are some pics of the shifter going through the gears, 1st - 6th.

1st Gear



2nd Gear



3rd Gear



4th Gear



5th Gear



6th 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

NIGHTSTALKER

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jimmyb

How much did the effort increase over the stock shifter? How about noise level compared to the stock shifter? And....will it work on a 2008 with the new T6060?

Jimmy

Joezone914

Beside the sifter effort question which one did you get the 35% or 25% reduction. Also compare shift effort and travel to the other you have experienced.

Joe

NIGHTSTALKER

Guys, it's a 35% shifter. The effort is increased over stock, but less than other aftermarket units. The throws are short and very precise, and the centering action is perfect. The throw length seems to be a tad bit shorter than the B&M that In had. It is quieter than the other aftermarket shifters I've had too, namely B&M, Hurst, and Kirban. It does work on 08's.

NIGHTSTALKER

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redzone

How much $$ for complete kit??

BAMF AE

and a link would help too

NIGHTSTALKER

For my exact same set-up with the shift **** and all, They are selling for $220.00.

www.mgwltd.com

There is no info about the shifter on the website yet, so just call them directly.

peter pan

Very good write up and when my Hurst wears out, I will have to test drive one to see the difference as I have never missed a 2nd to 3rd shift with my Hurst

NIGHTSTALKER

Thanks

catsmasher

Wow! Just kind of stumbled into this thread. Glad I found it. I want one for my 05.

I had 3 different shifters in my 2001 Mustang Bullitt and the MDW was absolutely no comparison. Way better than the competition. Versatile quiet and rock solid.

Love the F'n fast ****.

Jimmyz28

Does anyone have pics of this installed with the stock shifter ****?

SnowyATX

What is the red goop? Is it silicone or something applied at the factory?

mksz51

It's grease around the pivot ball section of the shifter. Smells dandy.

miroch

ZPirate

I just came in from a drive in the Vette this morning. The entire time I was driving I kept changing gears just for the sake of changing gears. The MGW is a great mod. So much fun!