2011 GT shifter issues

[Chester Copperpot]

I sent this to Dan but I figure this would influence some other people. I'm a MGW swinger because I haven't once been locked out of any gear except when the stupid "econ shift" engages and every shift is spot on and I haven't had a problem with my transmission since doing the shifter and switching my fluid over to Amsoil MTG.



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[EmersonHart13]

No sir, GTO. But I believe it is modified from a Mustang.

 

[Pressure Ratio]

I sent this to Dan but I figure this would influence some other people. I'm a MGW swinger because I haven't once been locked out of any gear except when the stupid "econ shift" engages and every shift is spot on and I haven't had a problem with my transmission since doing the shifter and switching my fluid over to Amsoil MTG.



inb4Mookmakesanewsmiley

You are complaining about the shifter bracket. Not the shifter. There is a difference. And there are replacement shifter brackets that replace the stock one. For much less than a MGW. But I agree the replacement shifter bracket should be one of the first mods done to the car.

 

[Chester Copperpot]

Regardless, the MGW is a complete replacement for everything. Everything behind the linkage is replaced. The bracket, the shifter, the housing, everything.

Worth the $384. I'm telling you.

 

[Pressure Ratio]

No sir, GTO. But I believe it is modified from a Mustang.

The 2011+ Mustang shifter is VERY different than the one you have. You can see the stock one in Carter's video.

I agree that the T56, T45 & T3650 MGW shifters I used were fine. But they are very different than what they made for the 2011+ Mustang.

 

[Pressure Ratio]

Regardless, the MGW is a complete replacement for everything. Everything behind the linkage is replaced. The bracket, the shifter, the housing, everything.

Worth the $384. I'm telling you.

You said this is why the stock shifter is worthless. The shifter itself works fine. The bushing is a issue. I agree. But they are not the same part.

That is like saying the suspension on a car is junk because of shitty tires. They work together but can't be grouped together as one part.

 

[Eagle]

Pratt, i have definitely noticed the shifter FLEX when rowing the gears. Is that more an issue with the bushing or the upper section of the shifter?

 

[Pressure Ratio]

Pratt, i have definitely noticed the shifter FLEX when rowing the gears. Is that more an issue with the bushing or the upper section of the shifter?

That is the bushing letting the shifter box move around. The replacement shifter brackets I posted will greatly reduce that. The new Barton style would be even better than the orginal design one with a simple round bushing, like the steeda one pictured above.

 

[Pressure Ratio]

Unless you really want the MGW shifter I would say buy the new design Barton bracket and Joe Heck Racing clutch line upgrade. Many people solve their shifting issues with these two changes.

JHR HIGH VOLUME CLUTCH LINE AND FITTING KIT - HECTIC MOTORSPORTS

Video explaining what the mod does.

 

[Pressure Ratio]

Here is my issue with the upper shifter. You can see the stock, thin metal base and plastic retainer on the stock unit. It does not seem to sturdy to me. But it does work fine and will hold up to most normal driving I am sure.

 

[Chester Copperpot]

The clutch line is for the clutch sticking on high RPM shifts. Another mod I also would highly suggest.

 

[Pressure Ratio]

The clutch line is for getting more fluid to the throw out bearing faster. This means further clutch disengagement at faster rate. That is better at any rpm. Just like the different engagement ramp rates on aftermarket clutch quadrant on cable operated set ups. Easy mod that is not very costly. Worth it for sure.

 

[Eagle]

I sent this to Dan but I figure this would influence some other people. I'm a MGW swinger because I haven't once been locked out of any gear except when the stupid "econ shift" engages and every shift is spot on and I haven't had a problem with my transmission since doing the shifter and switching my fluid over to Amsoil MTG.



inb4Mookmakesanewsmiley

This video is awesome

 

[Prevent]

if my car doesn't go into gear i just force it in harder....

 

[TCG Member 5219]

Unless you really want the MGW shifter I would say buy the new design Barton bracket and Joe Heck Racing clutch line upgrade. Many people solve their shifting issues with these two changes.

JHR HIGH VOLUME CLUTCH LINE AND FITTING KIT - HECTIC MOTORSPORTS

Video explaining what the mod does.

This is a must mod for the 11gt.

 

[SleeperLS]

you guys think that this clutch line would end up rubbing the dealership the wrong way? I don't want to have my car in there and them asking me why the hell I have a braided line running to my trans. The place I go to seems to be OK with minimal mods, but anything tune or heavy exhaust related they seem to be squeemish about. I guess I can ask them when I go there next

 

[TCG Member 5219]

you guys think that this clutch line would end up rubbing the dealership the wrong way? I don't want to have my car in there and them asking me why the hell I have a braided line running to my trans. The place I go to seems to be OK with minimal mods, but anything tune or heavy exhaust related they seem to be squeemish about. I guess I can ask them when I go there next

Just call them. It wouldnt hurt to ask.