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SEVEN · 02-21-2009, 10:16 AM

I really love cars .. but let me tell you I have no knowledge whatsoever of them ... so ... which short shifter is better?? the engine bay one or the in cabin??? I want to buy one this week!! because they just seem so awesome so many great reviews that I need to get one ...

thanks in advanced!

Mavix · 02-22-2009, 06:19 AM

Well, having just put in the SSK-2 with the shifter cage and cable shifter bushings I haven't noticed a drastic reduction in the throw length but everything feels much more solid. Definitely worth the price of admission.

You could say I went about it backwards I suppose, without having the engine bay SSK installed first. I was more concerned with the sloppy/vague feeling of the shifter rather then the shortness of the throws. I guess compared to my truck, the Yaris feels short already, heh. Either way, I'm really pleased with how it is now, just getting rid of all the slop from the stock setup makes a world of difference.

But I guess I should get off my ass and order up the first kit. Considering the cost, it's worth a go.

NonStopTuning · 02-28-2009, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SEVEN

I really love cars .. but let me tell you I have no knowledge whatsoever of them ... so ... which short shifter is better?? the engine bay one or the in cabin??? I want to buy one this week!! because they just seem so awesome so many great reviews that I need to get one ...

thanks in advanced!

Most of our customers order the regular SSK (engine bay) and come back a few months later for the SSK-2 (in cabin) option.

Both are great, both are easy to install, and both are very affordable.

Good luck

NonStopTuning · 02-28-2009, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mavix

Well, having just put in the SSK-2 with the shifter cage and cable shifter bushings I haven't noticed a drastic reduction in the throw length but everything feels much more solid. Definitely worth the price of admission.

You could say I went about it backwards I suppose, without having the engine bay SSK installed first. I was more concerned with the sloppy/vague feeling of the shifter rather then the shortness of the throws. I guess compared to my truck, the Yaris feels short already, heh. Either way, I'm really pleased with how it is now, just getting rid of all the slop from the stock setup makes a world of difference.

But I guess I should get off my ass and order up the first kit. Considering the cost, it's worth a go.

Very well put sir! Glad you are enjoying the end results provided by the pieces you picked up.

Good luck and have fun with all your future projects!!!

AlexNet0 · 03-02-2009, 08:58 PM

I bought the engine bay module and installed it in (quite literally) under 60 seconds, without rushing, lol. The first week or so it felt weird, however when I got used to how it shifts with it in, I would never ever go back to shifting without it.

Arkhangel · 03-02-2009, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlexNet0

I bought the engine bay module and installed it in (quite literally) under 60 seconds, without rushing, lol. The first week or so it felt weird, however when I got used to how it shifts with it in, I would never ever go back to shifting without it.

+1

My cousin was surprised and bit upset when we installed it lol
he spent more money on a short shifter for his Lancer but all it did was lower where the shifter is not really shorten the throw , when he tried mine he was hoping they made one for his car like the NST SSK but when i said no he was

Great Product loving it!!!

MGargano · 03-02-2009, 10:41 PM

What, if any, is the benefit to using both these kits together? I'm already using the engine bay one, but am thinking of adding the in-cabin as well. Will I feel any difference?

NonStopTuning · 03-02-2009, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MGargano

What, if any, is the benefit to using both these kits together? I'm already using the engine bay one, but am thinking of adding the in-cabin as well. Will I feel any difference?

Welcome to YarisWorld!

And yes, you would notice a difference with both installed.

You can find tons of reviews about this combination if you read through the previous pages of this thread.

You can also find more info here...
http://www.subcompactculture.com/200...nst-short.html

MGargano · 03-03-2009, 12:22 AM

Just ordered it! Thanks!

MGargano · 03-06-2009, 12:54 AM

I installed both NST SSKs (in cabin and engine bay) and am loving them both! Installation was quick and painless and the feel is amazing. Of course, now I have my sights set on the cage and linkage bushings, but I have to ask: will there be a notable difference in feel and/or performance by installing the cage and linkage bushings?

gwasabi · 03-06-2009, 03:57 AM

Just got mine! I must say It feels pretty awesome. Only beef i have with is reverse but shit who needs to go reverse anyway? hahahaha Love it! Feels like my old G35's stock shifter.

ddongbap · 03-06-2009, 04:41 AM

I gotta tell you guys. This + Garms +3incher is like... buttsekks.

ruimond · 03-06-2009, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MGargano

I installed both NST SSKs (in cabin and engine bay) and am loving them both! Installation was quick and painless and the feel is amazing. Of course, now I have my sights set on the cage and linkage bushings, but I have to ask: will there be a notable difference in feel and/or performance by installing the cage and linkage bushings?

I have the NST SSK engine bay one, and got the two shifter cable linkage bushings a few months ago. After driving with the engine SSK it didn't feel as firm as it use to, but after putting the shift cable bushings it feels alot firmer again. So yes it does make it feel better.

NonStopTuning · 03-07-2009, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ruimond

I have the NST SSK engine bay one, and got the two shifter cable linkage bushings a few months ago. After driving with the engine SSK it didn't feel as firm as it use to, but after putting the shift cable bushings it feels alot firmer again. So yes it does make it feel better.

Excellent. Glad to hear it

*Astroman* · 03-10-2009, 01:23 AM

Can't wait to get these goodies for my girl's new '09 Carmine Red liftback.

Thirty-Nine · 03-10-2009, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Astroman

Can't wait to get these goodies for my girl's new '09 Carmine Red liftback.

Woo hoo! A second Yaris! If you need help installing them, let me know. You can always borrow my snap ring pliers.

t0m4s · 04-21-2009, 03:17 PM

i have a yaris seddan 2008 and i've read like a warning for the nst ssk engine bay one that says:

NOTE: Toyota sourced linkage from two sources from 2008 on. This shifter kit may not fit some 2008-09 models. If it doesn't fit your car, we recommend the SSK-2 in-cabin short shift kit instead.

it's true? how can i know if it fits or not?

Mouse · 04-27-2009, 05:32 PM

Well this weekend I installed the engine bay kit and I was only able to get the pin that you guys supply with the kit. I could not get the OEM pin on. Either way I installed it and amazed what a difference it made together with the 3" extension.

I also installed one of the cable bushings(the one that goes on top of the SSK). The problem with the smaller bushing is that I could not remove it from the OEM piece. I tried to pry it out like I did with the other but no luck. It looks like I would have to cut the rubber bushing out to install the new one. I do have an 09' liftback.

02-21-2009, 10:16 AM	#91
SEVEN Drives: 07' HB Black Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 50	I really love cars .. but let me tell you I have no knowledge whatsoever of them ... so ... which short shifter is better?? the engine bay one or the in cabin??? I want to buy one this week!! because they just seem so awesome so many great reviews that I need to get one ... thanks in advanced! __________________ When life passes you by ... dowshift

03-02-2009, 08:58 PM	#95
AlexNet0 View User's Garage Drives: '07 Yaris 3dr Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Rockland, ME Posts: 1,638	I bought the engine bay module and installed it in (quite literally) under 60 seconds, without rushing, lol. The first week or so it felt weird, however when I got used to how it shifts with it in, I would never ever go back to shifting without it. __________________ ---------- MI-YW ----------

03-10-2009, 01:23 AM	#105
Astroman Modded Moderator View User's Garage Drives: 07 Toyota Yaris, 71 Galaxie Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wenatchee, WA Posts: 3,670	Can't wait to get these goodies for my girl's new '09 Carmine Red liftback. __________________ Please visit my online store for computer stuff and Official Yarisworld decals!

04-21-2009, 03:17 PM	#107
t0m4s 1NZ-FE View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Seddan 08 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Panama Posts: 220	i have a yaris seddan 2008 and i've read like a warning for the nst ssk engine bay one that says: NOTE: Toyota sourced linkage from two sources from 2008 on. This shifter kit may not fit some 2008-09 models. If it doesn't fit your car, we recommend the SSK-2 in-cabin short shift kit instead. it's true? how can i know if it fits or not? __________________ . DC Sports Header, Vibrant Hi-Flow Cat, Round Magnaflow Muffler, Vibrant Tip, Dunlop Direzza 195/50 Rims 15", Injen Technologies Cold Air Intake, NST CR-Lite crank, waterpump & alternator pulleys, Tanabe NF210 Springs, NST SSK 1 & 2, NST Shifter Cable & Cage Bushing Kit, Nitto Engine Torque Damper

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02-22-2009, 06:19 AM	#92
Mavix View User's Garage Drives: '91 Hilux, '91 Cervo Mode Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Edmonton Posts: 31	Well, having just put in the SSK-2 with the shifter cage and cable shifter bushings I haven't noticed a drastic reduction in the throw length but everything feels much more solid. Definitely worth the price of admission. You could say I went about it backwards I suppose, without having the engine bay SSK installed first. I was more concerned with the sloppy/vague feeling of the shifter rather then the shortness of the throws. I guess compared to my truck, the Yaris feels short already, heh. Either way, I'm really pleased with how it is now, just getting rid of all the slop from the stock setup makes a world of difference. But I guess I should get off my ass and order up the first kit. Considering the cost, it's worth a go.

03-02-2009, 10:41 PM	#97
MGargano Drives: 2009 Yaris Hatchback Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 792	What, if any, is the benefit to using both these kits together? I'm already using the engine bay one, but am thinking of adding the in-cabin as well. Will I feel any difference?

03-03-2009, 12:22 AM	#99
MGargano Drives: 2009 Yaris Hatchback Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 792	Just ordered it! Thanks!

03-06-2009, 12:54 AM	#100
MGargano Drives: 2009 Yaris Hatchback Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 792	I installed both NST SSKs (in cabin and engine bay) and am loving them both! Installation was quick and painless and the feel is amazing. Of course, now I have my sights set on the cage and linkage bushings, but I have to ask: will there be a notable difference in feel and/or performance by installing the cage and linkage bushings?

03-06-2009, 03:57 AM	#101
gwasabi View User's Garage Drives: 07 Blazing Blue LB Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 692	Just got mine! I must say It feels pretty awesome. Only beef i have with is reverse but shit who needs to go reverse anyway? hahahaha Love it! Feels like my old G35's stock shifter.

03-06-2009, 04:41 AM	#102
ddongbap Banned Drives: yw calls me douche and racist. Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: hay Posts: 2,183	I gotta tell you guys. This + Garms +3incher is like... buttsekks.

04-27-2009, 05:32 PM	#108
Mouse Drives: 2007 MX5 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Miami, Fl. Posts: 338	Well this weekend I installed the engine bay kit and I was only able to get the pin that you guys supply with the kit. I could not get the OEM pin on. Either way I installed it and amazed what a difference it made together with the 3" extension. I also installed one of the cable bushings(the one that goes on top of the SSK). The problem with the smaller bushing is that I could not remove it from the OEM piece. I tried to pry it out like I did with the other but no luck. It looks like I would have to cut the rubber bushing out to install the new one. I do have an 09' liftback.