TRD Quick Shifter & 5-Speed Manual Shift Knob Kit - Page 9 - Toyota Yaris Forums

cleong · 06-09-2007, 10:24 PM

I've fitted it!

It was dead easy to go on, all I needed was a pair of pliers to pull off the original retaining clip. It took around 5 minutes including parking up the car, so its a really quick and painless mod. The cost however is another thing, as it is an exceedingly simple solution. The design and finish of the part however is fantastic, it fitted up perfectly.

Initial impressions are that the height of the gear stick remains the same, which is good, because I cannot lower the seat further. If I was going to get lower seats I would chop some height off the shifter.

The throws are shorter, but due to less leverage, it also takes more effort to shift it between gears. But it feels more precise, and each shift feels more positive. The shortened travel also helps me with my rhythm in a heel and toe shift. Shifting up to 5th seems quite hesitant however, and I need to particularly concentrate on finding the slot for it.

I'll find out more over the coming days.

RUBBERDIPSTICK · 07-11-2007, 08:55 PM

Just got my TRD quick shifter today...here are some pics of it outside of the car...

*tk-421* · 07-12-2007, 12:08 AM

Wow, It's bigger than I thought.
Thanks for the writeup. Can't wait to have my NST version installed!

d4w1 · 07-29-2007, 12:59 PM

I have just installed last week a TWM performance short shifter with a Skunk2 racing shift knob in my 2007 Yaris hatchback. I'm 6'1" ,220lbs and have no problem reaching my shifter. I live here in Texas and TWM has very quick shipping from Canada. Great instructions for installation. Priced at $135.00 US to include shipping, still less than TRD's shift kit.

Ran Kizama · 08-23-2007, 01:53 PM

I got mine installed the other day. The shifts are definitely shorter and feel more precise like mentioned before. It takes some getting used to. Perhaps the only thing I find aggrivating is the 4-5 shift. With the feel of the new shifter, a quick shift between these gears is nearly impossible. Overall, I'm happy with the sportier new feel. :)

a old dude · 04-02-2014, 12:49 PM

started work on my car as dawn was breaking and got done just before 10 so it was almost 3 hrs.
I'm glad I went with the TRD but it was a pain. The instructions are pretty clear except the part that says Scion only. My car has a number of parts found in Corolla, Tacoma, Tundra, and Scion xD. Theres good photos too but they leave out steps I found necessary and helpful and they tell you to remove and install the cable brackets from underneath which is bull. you can see it but not reach it.
You need more tools and experience than suggested.
Basically you change the cable bracket and there is a Billet spindle that attaches to the trannys cable pivot & shift arm cutting the arms length.
I had low expectations because most the short throw shifters claimed 35% and the TRD Quick Shift said up to 30% difference. When I test drove mine though its more like 70%.
The shifter is pushed back about 60% placing it beside me at all times and then the shift difference is about 60% less. I measured before but the stick was pushed back so much I could not use that.
I just know no shifter I have ever installed was better and I did not replace the shifter itself as with the other kits.
My arms do look like I shoved them into Badger holes.
TIPS; Remove Battery
Use small blade screwdriver to break rust and crud behind cable clips and large square shaft to brace and twist to remove clips. It will also be helpful to tap clips back in.
Remove wiring harness from cable bracket remove its brace after you remove bracket and replace it after you install the new bracket.
Wear long sleeves.

axiom · 09-02-2014, 11:59 AM

^^My sentiments exactly. I just bought the two piece kit from a someone here. If you're just replacing the small billet piece at the bushing, it's a 5 minute job. But, if you're changing out the bracket as well, it'll take much longer. I actually ended up going from underneath the car and getting my arms up around the transmission as if I were hugging it. I had to remove the three bolts by feel as there isn't an easy way to see them. The hardest part for me was getting those damn “U” clips off, they are stuck tight and not easy to get to. I removed the bracket with them still attached and then removed them with a screwdriver and hammer. My hands and arms are shredded as well. But it was all worth it, what a difference it makes!

bigsky2 · 01-10-2007, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by echo_hrs

I guess I'll just have to go out on a limb again and purchase this one too (a la JDM TRD High Response Muffler Ver. S) to make sure it works for everyone...

Poor me...

I'll just get my newly ordered TRD intake installed and then I'll be burdened with the quick shifter to install....Poop...

Cheers

Do it man, do it.

You are the TRD purist after all.

Russelt3hPirate · 01-31-2007, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by echo_hrs

I recommend starting a new thread for the R & D of the machined part, and keep the TRD quick shift focused on that, so those looking for info and feedback on the part can get just that...

Cheers

echo, are you happy with the piece? also keep the rubber shift boot.

:)

ChinoCharles · 01-31-2007, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by echo_hrs

I recommend starting a new thread for the R & D of the machined part, and keep the TRD quick shift focused on that, so those looking for info and feedback on the part can get just that...

Cheers

Haha, sorry for hijacking the thread. From now on all updates will be in a new thread.

Russelt3hPirate · 01-31-2007, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChinoCharles

Haha, sorry for hijacking the thread. From now on all updates will be in a new thread.

along with my devils advocate banter.

Doc Zaius · 02-02-2007, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by echo_hrs

Ok guys, for the next new TRD part, I want someone else to have the courage to go out on a limb and buy it first, so I can take a break from being the lab rat...

You're always first b/c you seem to buy stuff the *day* it gets posted on a vendor's site, Mr. I buy everything!!

redglare45 · 02-02-2007, 04:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by echo_hrs

Ok guys, for the next new TRD part, I want someone else to have the courage to go out on a limb and buy it first, so I can take a break from being the lab rat...

Besides, I needed a break from TRD so I just ordered 16" Silver Konig Featherlights from C2...

Cheers

Ok, sounds good. I might be up for the challenge...we'll have to wait & see what their next offering is.

marcus · 02-02-2007, 06:10 PM

you guys are funny.....next bait pls....dont let TRD control ur life..its gonna mess you guys up..look what happen to me i bought trd parts i dont even have the car yet.....hehehehehe

06-09-2007, 10:24 PM	#1
cleong Parallel Parking Pro View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 1.5 Manual Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Singapore Posts: 590	I've fitted it! It was dead easy to go on, all I needed was a pair of pliers to pull off the original retaining clip. It took around 5 minutes including parking up the car, so its a really quick and painless mod. The cost however is another thing, as it is an exceedingly simple solution. The design and finish of the part however is fantastic, it fitted up perfectly. Initial impressions are that the height of the gear stick remains the same, which is good, because I cannot lower the seat further. If I was going to get lower seats I would chop some height off the shifter. The throws are shorter, but due to less leverage, it also takes more effort to shift it between gears. But it feels more precise, and each shift feels more positive. The shortened travel also helps me with my rhythm in a heel and toe shift. Shifting up to 5th seems quite hesitant however, and I need to particularly concentrate on finding the slot for it. I'll find out more over the coming days. Last edited by cleong; 06-10-2007 at 12:13 PM.

07-12-2007, 12:08 AM	#3
tk-421 Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: 5D-07-LB Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dagobah Posts: 4,263	Wow, It's bigger than I thought. Thanks for the writeup. Can't wait to have my NST version installed! __________________ --[ FORUM RULES ]--[ SEARCHING TIPS ]--[ EYELIDS PICS ]--[ RBK SPOILER ]--[ BEST/WORST INVESTMENTS ]--

08-23-2007, 01:53 PM	#5
Ran Kizama That Anime Guy View User's Garage Drives: 5-Speed Liftback Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Canton, GA Posts: 543	I got mine installed the other day. The shifts are definitely shorter and feel more precise like mentioned before. It takes some getting used to. Perhaps the only thing I find aggrivating is the 4-5 shift. With the feel of the new shifter, a quick shift between these gears is nearly impossible. Overall, I'm happy with the sportier new feel. :) __________________

04-02-2014, 12:49 PM	#6
a old dude I've made a post! Drives: 2007 toyota yaris sedan Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: texas Posts: 1	TRD 5 Speed Quick Shift 2007 Yaris started work on my car as dawn was breaking and got done just before 10 so it was almost 3 hrs. I'm glad I went with the TRD but it was a pain. The instructions are pretty clear except the part that says Scion only. My car has a number of parts found in Corolla, Tacoma, Tundra, and Scion xD. Theres good photos too but they leave out steps I found necessary and helpful and they tell you to remove and install the cable brackets from underneath which is bull. you can see it but not reach it. You need more tools and experience than suggested. Basically you change the cable bracket and there is a Billet spindle that attaches to the trannys cable pivot & shift arm cutting the arms length. I had low expectations because most the short throw shifters claimed 35% and the TRD Quick Shift said up to 30% difference. When I test drove mine though its more like 70%. The shifter is pushed back about 60% placing it beside me at all times and then the shift difference is about 60% less. I measured before but the stick was pushed back so much I could not use that. I just know no shifter I have ever installed was better and I did not replace the shifter itself as with the other kits. My arms do look like I shoved them into Badger holes. TIPS; Remove Battery Use small blade screwdriver to break rust and crud behind cable clips and large square shaft to brace and twist to remove clips. It will also be helpful to tap clips back in. Remove wiring harness from cable bracket remove its brace after you remove bracket and replace it after you install the new bracket. Wear long sleeves.

02-02-2007, 06:10 PM	#14
marcus toyota View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris RS Blazed Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: toronto, canada Posts: 3,637	hahaha you guys are funny.....next bait pls....dont let TRD control ur life..its gonna mess you guys up..look what happen to me i bought trd parts i dont even have the car yet.....hehehehehe

07-29-2007, 12:59 PM	#4
d4w1 View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Hatchback Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 47	I have just installed last week a TWM performance short shifter with a Skunk2 racing shift knob in my 2007 Yaris hatchback. I'm 6'1" ,220lbs and have no problem reaching my shifter. I live here in Texas and TWM has very quick shipping from Canada. Great instructions for installation. Priced at $135.00 US to include shipping, still less than TRD's shift kit.

09-02-2014, 11:59 AM	#7
axiom View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Join Date: May 2013 Location: Colorado Posts: 68	^^My sentiments exactly. I just bought the two piece kit from a someone here. If you're just replacing the small billet piece at the bushing, it's a 5 minute job. But, if you're changing out the bracket as well, it'll take much longer. I actually ended up going from underneath the car and getting my arms up around the transmission as if I were hugging it. I had to remove the three bolts by feel as there isn't an easy way to see them. The hardest part for me was getting those damn “U” clips off, they are stuck tight and not easy to get to. I removed the bracket with them still attached and then removed them with a screwdriver and hammer. My hands and arms are shredded as well. But it was all worth it, what a difference it makes!

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