How to Install a Short Throw Shifter
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- čas přidán 13. 11. 2016
- Short throw shifter. In this video I show you how a short shifter works and how to install one in your car. I also compare the difference between a stock shifter and an aftermarket short throw shifter so you can see the drastic improvement in the DriftStang!
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*This exact procedure works on 1982-2004 Mustangs with a T5 or T45 manual transmission. The process is similar on most other manual cars.
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Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. ChrisFix assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. ChrisFix recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not ChrisFix. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Chris’s favorite substances:
1. Soapy wooder
2. thread locker
3. Blinker fluid
Threadlock
Juan T bread
RTV
O U T W I T H T H E O L D I N W I T H T H E N E W
Man oh man !!!!!!
This guys content is the same each time
Easy and understandable without making it confusing
That's what I like about him
PR14 yeah same
Yup
Same here!
yeah even if you dont own a car
1000th like lol
I like how Chris is liking even recent comments. Shows that he really loves us! I enjoy your videos Chris.
I spend at least 4hrs a day answering comments to try to help people with questions!
@@chrisfix Thats so cool!
@@chrisfix you've got 6.2 million subscribers and still you care for random guys comment to answer on 4 years old video. stay blessed Chris
ChrisFix is life
@@chrisfix hi
Chris “there is a ton of play in there” fix
What I like about this build is that you didn't destroyed the interior to look "racecar" like most people do, you keep everything clean and original looking, love it!
He'll have to remove or cut something to get the hydraulic hand brake installed correctly.
Lucas Sobrinho they dont destroy it , they remove all the plastic parts , the a/c and stuff like that so it weighs less
DFW Dashcam for sure, but I think he'll do more "original looking"
Miguel M Silva I know, but is nice to see something different tho, and he still can use the car daily if he wants or need
Lucas Sobrinho he is getting bucket seats soon and I can't wait
I've been building race cars,"street" cars,lowriders,trucks,bikes..you name it for over 20yrs and I gotta say,for all those supposed diy car channels yours is by far the best for guys and girls who are just starting out. From your detailing tips to stuff like this shifter install you make it easy for ppl to understand what to do and not do and you don't throw out all kinds of wrong advice. I hope you go more in depth with the aftermarket in the future. Keep up the good work Chris,great job so far!.
Btw if you leave off the little rubber pad it gives you the feel of a more positive shift.
Thanks a lot Bob! I appreciate your feedback with your 20yrs of experience in the field!
ChrisFix no problem man,I give credit where credit is due
Bob Falfa I agree, he does pretty good in all these. I used to do the same type of vids years back. But were a visual of factory manuals.
nobody:
ChrisFix: Apply a little bit of threadlocker.
You merely adopted the threadlocker. Chris was born in it
Gabriel C adapted*^
@@whayoajredyt7658 I'm pretty sure it's adopted not adapted
Gabriel C it's not
@@whayoajredyt7658 How are you sure?
I like the fact you still have the cassette tape player. I hate to say it but, this may be the best how-to video I have seen. After doing 7600 videos, most How to on Mustangs its humbling.
Why did I just watch this entire video when I don't even have a car with a shifter install like this? It's because his voice is hypnotic, that's why :D
Barnacules Nerdgasm man if u can swing it try to contact the game chasers and come to retroplaooza houston!
Barnacules Nerdgasm sup man
Oh wow I'm surprised to see you here
wooder
Haha, same. My BMW has a multitude more bushings and levers exposed.
You make people feel they're so involved in ur videos by saying good everytime u removed a bolt for example haha
what got me hooked on his videos is he was working on his truck front end (i think) and he was like now tighten the bolt, then he was like that's good when he got it tight enough
When you buy a mustang just to follow his directions
Nice amount of likes
legit did and have done everything his has to it
Najir Moore same :D my dad is a car mechanic i ordered all fun mods to my car and spend week installin all that... my dad said who installed you that?? i said i did it... he was like What!?
508 how do you keep up in modern traffic?
508 thinking about buying one but don’t wanna have to rev to 3,000 to keep up
I love how you always show us how something works when its something that's pretty complicated
Man, I'm jealous of your knowledge and talent.
we can learn something from him
We can learn from him, period.
Dont be jealous because my goal is to teach you guys what I know!!!
@ChrisFix Well that's true and I'm glad I found this channel and
subscribed. Been getting alot of knowledge about cars thanks to the
awesome ChrisFix!
That's the beauty of CZcams. I recently did a throttle body cleaning on my car and the results just blew me away. Thanks to videos like the ones ChrisFix does.
That awesome moment when its 7 in the morning you just pulled a surprise all nighter and it was a fun night , and your exhausted and wanna go to bed , but need something to see before bed , and a new video is up ... awesome!
I love the " might seem obvious but helpful" tips such as around 4:20 when you say dont throw these bolts out because we are re using , attention to detail makes your instructions Chrystal clear and easy to follow , cant wait to do this instal.
MyRx
Thanks for the support man! Glad the video was posted at just the right time!
6 yrs later i still watch it,old vids of chris just give me nostalgia
Iv'e been a mechanic for 40 years , and you make very good vids. Keep them coming I APPRECIATE YOUR WORK.
I have officially watched every single video you’ve ever posted now! What a great channel. Even though much of the content was very basic and I’ve done it before as a mechanic, I still enjoyed the detailed tips and instructions. You’ve done a phenomenal job with this channel. Great job!
That’s amazing!!! Thanks a lot
I have too
Isn't a mustang a drag racing car I'm only 13 years old so if I got anything wrong sorry
@@ollieledgerton9339 a mustant can be any type of car with the right tuning and setup. Mostly mustangs are considered street cars not too quick 0 mph to 60 mph but they got torque, which torque is how hard you take off and the pull you get. If you want to learn more i suggest you play video games and you'll learn a lot or watch reviews on doge hellcats, doge demon, doge charger, doge challenger, chevy camaros, mustangs gt 500, mustang gt, mustang cobra etc theres a lot man.
I have watched them all like 5 times
I enjoy the fact that you are doing your first mods on handling rather than power. You will learn how to drift the car on low power, thus fine tuning your skills. Just like takumi
Ian Henderson 😂👍
Haha I agree, but I would always do an exhaust because a mustang needs to sound like a mustang 😂
yes, definitely needs that as well
I'd add a paper cup filled with water
Best upgrade.
Ian Henderson TAKUMIIIIIIII!!!!!
I inherited my older brothers 96 mustang and this is the first thing I'm doin to it
Edit: just did it and it feels amazing
Alejandro Jacobo daym
Damn.
I just ordered mine for my 03 GT hopefully it’s a day and night how it seems !
Damn.
Lucky
Car blows up
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Hey, should have used some threadlocker!
"Here's how to repair a burnt car body, in your driveway, using common handtools!"
Best meme on this channel
Hey guys chrisfix here I have this blown up car and ill show you how to fix it with just soapy wooder
When threadlocker is life
I bet he puts threadloker on each bit of his breakfast cereal
Especially(idk if it wrong) medium strength
kinda overkill with the thread. its not like its a plane or something
Threadlocker = bae
You forgot Torque wrench !
Looks so much better with those wheels.
But man, that steering wheel needs to go!
Why does it look like ATF in your manual trans? Ford thing?
PhantasmAMX yeah Ford thing my friends manual focus uses atf.
Starting in the 1990's, I think Ford and Mazda both typically started using automatic transmission fluid in their manual transmissions.
Thanks! I like the look to! Once I lower it, it will look even more amazing!
Chrisfix's 5 things that he likes
1: Soapy wooder
2: Short throw shifters
3: pivot point
4:Medium strength thread locker
5: Bushing in shifter
lol you're correct!
Reads comments from old videos and responds to them too 😂
I've never done a thing to cars except watch my dad work on em, I'm a complete noob and with your help I've learned how to do maintenance on my car and upgrade a few things here and there... I'm immensely happy and thankful!
dont crash into crowds
lol
shadow 25 he probably isn't 16
Generikid OOOHH
since its a mustang, HELL YES
shadow 25 chris isn't an idiot I don't think he will lol
I haven't had any drive to put anything into my car besides standard maintenance parts like spark plugs and what not. But watching your videos and seeing how simple things actually are to replace has me ready to get to work on upgrading! And spring is finally here, no more snow, time to get to work!
Normal human body: 80% water
Chris' body: 80% medium strength thread locker.
Well 50% treadlocker , 30% soapy Wooder.
This video is awsome. You dont even need to watch it over and over again. You are good teacher my friend!
Just push it up fast like in fast and furios's unlimited gears
Haha
22speed trans
Even tho this had nothing to do with my car I still enjoyed the video.
wow i missed this makes me happy that i now work on cars after watching you all of these years :)
That is awesome!
I installed this exact shifter in my '97 cobra this afternoon. It took about 20 minutes and made all the difference from my worn out stock shifter. This video made it so easy and I am not mechanical! Thanks!
ChrisFix, the type of guy to use tread locker on his shoe laces(no offence,bro)
CTFU!!!!!!!!!!!
better safe than sorry :P
You ever had a differential lock pin bolt come out on the highway? what about a brake caliper come loose? I have and now I threadlock everything suspension or driveline (both of these were properly torqued to spec, and came loose a few hundred to a thousand miles later)
just 3 hours ago i was in garage, trying to find what is clicking in my suspension...turns out it was loose strut nut !! this simple thing made a lot of noise ! )))
You laugh, but my shoelaces have never come loose!
I watched a couple of your videos and they're great but after that short throw analogy to show how it works, i had to subscribe! keep up the good work man!
Thanks a lot! Glad you are enjoying the videos and welcome aboard!
Chris, why on earth, am not your neighbor? if so, I could learn a lot from you. thanks.
These videos are far more superior
I'm not bored watching your videos. I watch your videos everyday. And in your videos you give a lot of knowledge for the humans that want to be car mechanics. So i give you respect for all this hard work.
I was minding my own business when *BAM* this video appears on my main page and now I need a short throw shifter.
I have got NO use for it, I just know I need it in my life.
Can you show us how to install a short throw dipstick
I commented that earlier and Chris replied haha
RealDarkFilm what did he say? Cause I can't find it
iCanHazSkill hahahahahahahahahaga
Can you show us how to install a short throw radio bearing
Collywobbler Soufflé haha
*Rockstar games* : All we had to do is follow the damn train.
*Chris Fix* : All we had to do was to unscrew bolts
Boy, you better trade mark that right now that is golden!
Make a video on tips when going for your drivers license
That is very different in different countries , USA is very easy to get , where The netherlands for example has the hardest driving test due the much higher car populace
@@Thonglover37 im from the netherlands
Valt wel mee, zo moeilijk is het niet. Wel de moeilijkste van de wereld.
Awesome upgrade! Looks great, cant wait for the hydro e-brake install!
Thanks! I cannot wait either!
He mit no do one
@@emmacunningham9770 what
Engine cleaning video bro
SuperHollowfied been waiting since summer for that video
engine degreaser, brush, high water pressure washer, air blower, dry with microfiber towel.. yw
SuperHollowfied YESS
Problem is there's a lot of controversy on the proper way to clean it and where you got some people who will tell you you can just spray where ever, and others saying no and that there are certain components you shouldn't get wet. I've tried looking and it's nothing but back-and-forth arguments.
Subwoofer everything can get cleaned except the air filter but the argument is if something to easy to break if u put to much pressure on it
ty so much for this video! i bought a 1996 mustang gt and remembered you had made a whole serie on how to modify this car and today i finally installed my pro 5.0 short throw shifter and as a person who never worked too much on his car except the really basic maintenance things, your video helped me so much. i followed your video step by step and everything was super easy to do. funny enough, i broke my dollar store rachet trying to unbolt the same bolt you had issue with😂. after my brother brought more tools, we finished the installation and the improvement it gives was reallly worth it! ❤
Man, I love going back and watching the old videos, remembering when they were all new videos!
I don't know why I watched this. I don't even own a car anymore, and when I did it was automatic. But I enjoyed myself all the same.
haha, glad you at least enjoyed the video!
The "secret recipe" to Mr. Fixit's vids keeping us coming back for more: Mad presentation skillz, massive enthusiasm, plenty of helpful tips, and fun to watch N learn. Winner, winner, chicken dinner!
Right when I turn 15 or 16 (I forgot) I'm getting my permit to drive to school.
Ascalis You Mean 18
ahh good time when I was 11 thought I'd get a subaru for when I'm 18. then the insurance hits you.
Hearing that engine while you're shifting gives me goosebumps. I wish my Ranger sounded like that.
Watching your videos for like 4-5 years now. Im watching again and again and never getting bored. I eneb buy some tools i dont have car but sometimes all this knowlage that i got from your videos will be released. Thank you
This man so enthusiastic on literally every video, wtf
Can you make like 6 hour long videos so that way I'm satisfied? Every time I watch your vids I cant get enough! Great work!
Haha, I get concerned that sometimes the videos are too long but this gives me more confidence to just film and edit concisely but still include all the info! Thanks!
ChrisFix nooo way! Your vids need to be like triple the length. Lol
wow good jod bro and good luck for you
Can you teach me how to install a short throw dipstick?
Im sure Ryan can help with that or maybe Bobbie
Brucie knows a lot about cars, ask him.
That name tho, gave a like for it
Just get some strong scissors. Cut yours, and install. Makes for much faster measurements. A must have for any enthusiast.
while you've got your hood open top off the blinker fluid as well and make sure those muffler bearings are greased!
Things Chris loves:
His family
Helping ppl
Cars
Fixing stuff
Friends
Drifting
His fans
Medium strength thread locker
Absolutely! And don't forget soapy wooder!
@@chrisfix thanks for replying and I forgot about that 😂
This guy guide are just Insanely good and accurate to what people are looking for I love that he explain it so good and even give easy to understand example of how this whole thing works! Keep it up Bro !
Why do I watch your videos..... I don't even have a drivers license
Maybe you still enjoy them?
i want to drift lol. or just drive and i’m only 14 i have so long to wait
@@Manu-zo6dv nope after 2 years you can get license half year before 18 you can drive car but you need older person that can drive on your other seat
@@razumnik that depends on where you come from
Do you now?
Man he needs to make his own brand of thread lock
haha that is a good idea!
ChrisFix lol
Cool man
Medium strength
Honestly
If I can't sleep I just watching Chris Fix channel ....man great video all of them.
I’ve watched a bunch of your vids in the past week and i was surprised to see i wasn’t subbed yet that has since changed and i appreciate the work you put into your viewers.
im a simple man, i see a chrisfix video, i click like.
I like that!
Homebrand Bleach ya
Earlyyyyy to a ChrisFix video! Been waiting on this one for a while :D
Thanks for the support!
ChrisFix look at you video on repairing a rim. i need your help. i commented on it
Great video, but I am more excited for the E Brake!
If you follow me on social media (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) I give updates every day such as my Road Trip to SEMA last week.
Of course I follow you man! :D
Thanks Chris after four years you’re still helping people out like me I can finally use my cup holder now thanks
Just got my dads 2002 Mustang and I’m doing most things you’ve done on yours. Two years that I’ve been waiting and saving, now i can complete my goal lol
Dude seriously you deserve way more subscribers, your content is great and very informative. Thanks man!
Next can you show us how to install a short throw dipstick? Thx!
MvT reference :)
And, return those wheels and buy new ones.
For sure. It will be similar to this ;P czcams.com/video/E6GsXhBb10k/video.html
Just watched this agian,
6-7 years after i saw it the first time, but now, i have a car to work on, insted of dreaming of it!
THANK YOU!
That is what I like to hear! What car?
WOW. I was going through my liked videos and found this video. I had no idea you had grown your channel so much. Congradulations on almost 7mil subs chris!!!
Finally A video from ChrisFix. Who's Excited.
chrisfix ur awsome i was scared that u gonna run over a bus stop with a crown but after watching the vid i drank cold water and took a breath XD
a bus stop with a crown? that's something new.
y tho bus stop with a crown 😂 you crack me up
Man would I love to see you change the shifter in an S550. You thought your control arm bolts were a bad design when you put on your angle kit. Ooooooooooh man. Took me 9 hours (I know the pros can do it in like 3-4). Love the videos, your enthusiasm is genuinely contagious.
Getting ready to restore my 1988 Cavalier Z24 and ChrisFix is going to guide me through! By far, ChrisFix has the best videos and I'm stoked to get started!
Hey Chris! I really enjoy your videos, they've helped me save so much money while doing the job right. I own a 2002 mustang and I was wondering if you could make a video of door hinge repair on a mustang. That would be a great video since you have a great way of recording and explaining the job. It would be greatly appreciated!
Dude, 4.5" is long even for a shopping cart. Or a purse. Like seriously. The Fiat 500 I rented on my trip to Italy had a shorter throw and that car is literally a purse.
yea my stock subaru impreza has a smaller throw then that hahah
@@joshhobart3725 wow, nowdays a stock shithole impreza is prestige? :D
It's a Fiat so it's an italian sports car.
Like how your excited over your new upgrades/maintenance on your vehicles….you really enjoy what you do as well me when I watch your videos 👍
Half the reason I’ve been looking at late 90’s and early 00’s Mustangs are because of you, Chris. I can only hope to be as good with cars as you
Another thing to consider when installing a short throw shifter, is that you need to make sure the force to switch gears aren't great, because with a short throw shifter, you get less leverage, and if the gearbox is of a "stiff" type with a strong detent, it can be too difficult to get it into and out of gear. I don't know if the detent in gearboxes are adjustable, but that could be a video you could host - "How to adjust your manual gearbox".
Man I’m glad you have the same car I just bought 😂😂 makes fixing it so much easier
Just bought the exact shifter for my 94’ Cobra. This video is perfect for the installation!!
This guy has given info for the laymen. Have a mustang and he has given me ideas. Man we must protect this guy at all cost.
This guy is amazing at explaining thing I love it
Wow!! I don't know how we missed this video. Do you have any other Steeda parts installed on your mustang?
Wow. I didn't know that changing your shifter like that was so easy! Thanks Chris!
My man! I stumbled across your page one day trying to figure out a one man break bleed job. You have helped out so much! Thank you
I don't even have a manual transmission and I watched the entire thing...
Awesome! Glad you enjoyed t
I don’t even have a car
@@samerisyourpapa8385 same lmaoo
can i get a short throw dipstick to compliment this
For sure!
I have a 3 foot long dipstick for the oil
Orrprose Gaming
Yeah but the short throw dipstick adds 10hp and filters the oil so your car will never need another oil change.
I’m working on a project 1965 mustang and these videos definitelyyyyyy help 🙏I’m only 17 and I’m learning and this breaks it down really easily
Hey Chris!
Thanks for sharing this video with me and everybody. I have a white Cayman GTS, It doesn’t have a short throw shifter. You helped me install my new aftermarket short throw shifter. Thanks! (Also I do track racing down in California)
This guy should open his own shop idk if he has one or not but this guys is a god mechanic
Thanks. I don’t have a shop but I love teaching people how to fix their cars.
ChrisFix your videos are awsome it’s hard to find loyal and good mechanics now and days I’m not a mechanic myself but your videos I been watching makes it seem so easy but yet I still don’t know where to begin lol 👌👌
My friends hate me becuase i want to torque pretty much every bolt. :P
I throw out torque specs and service manuals. I just "feel" them out. Crank those head bolts til they barely slip, then back them off a tad. No tightening sequence needed, the oil leftover in the thread holes balances the bolts out.
dreamrealitysyndrome When it comes to moving parts, the engine or such things as the brakes and the supenstion. Then i torque it after the specs. Since i only do it as a hobby on my own car and i have a bad habit when it comes to over tigthening. :D
Morten Nielsen I have a friend like that. I don't mind it, in fact I promote it.
Just had a friend who put on his winter tires without torpue then down after, i was chocked! xD
The only things where it's really critical to get the torque right is internal engine/tranny bolts, wheel bearings, and lugs. Not getting those right can cause premature wear or problems down the line. After doing it awhile, you get a feel for lugs and axles, but even the most professional techs I know torque stuff in the block unless they do rebuilds for a living and have the feel down.
this video is my first ever video from you ive seen some time ago, time i've did not even owned a drivers license. i'am really glad ive searched for some how to shift like pro videos. :D
I love your videos they help so much over years
Even with my many years of car experience, he never fails to give some helpful advice. Thanks Chris!!
I come from the future and your hydro ebrake is already installed!
This video may be old, but I just recently bought a 94 mustang and I’m learning so damn much from your videos , thank you🙏
I've watch this video like 5 times it's entertaining and I learn something new every time
Can you do a video on how to install a short throw dipstick?
I've been always wondering what is the short throw dipstick for? I mean why is it better or what?
PoisonedFood yes. when you check oil you don't wanna be pulling out some long ass dipstick
ok
It's really just a convenience more than anything, all it does is make checking fluids a lot faster.
ok
I watched this while taking a poop
Madern That's nice.
This video is 11 minutes long... Eat more fibers.
When dedication strikes, no shit can stop it.
Hopefully you watched the whole thing!
ChrisFix of course I did!
My dad really wanted a short throw shifter for his mustang and this helped so much!!
Hey man you freaking rock, you’ve inspired me to start trying to get into the drift, and car world. Keep it up!
I have looked at several videos on this topic. I like yours best because you do a better job explaining the benefits of your improvement. Also your instructions are clear throughout. Great job Chris!
“Holy smokes!”
You’ll only hear that in a Chris fix video😉
I never realized how in depth you can get into a car without much issue than after I watched these videos. It's nuts.
This is one of the things I always wanted to do and still haven't done. No off the shelf specific shifter for my car but an EF Civic/CRX one works from memory - I planned to do this when I changed the clutch which is still good. Excellent point with springs mine are stuffed. Also I suggest it is a good to check the shifter arm bushes under the car where it meets the gearbox, if its split/worn it increases movement and if its gone it feels loose and will clunk every time you shift and it will vibrate under the car