The Official Short Shifter Thread

[09Speed3Z]

***** The Official Mazdaspeed Forums Short Shifter Thread *****

DISCLAIMER: This is an informative thread and a resource for gathering information on which form of shifter you may want (Short Shift Plate, Full Replacement, or just a simple stem). All-in-all it is up to you to decide on which form to go with.

So you've decided that the factory shifting assembly is not up to your standard of performance. The following information will give you insight into what aftermarket parts you can buy for your specific model vehicle to transform the feel and performance of your shifter assembly. The Mazdaspeed platform has many different ways to adjust the height, distance of throw, and feel of the transmission while driving. We'll start at a very simple install and work up to the hardest level.

For additional Information Please See The Following Contacts List For The Specific Vendor You Have In Mind:


For CorkSport Performance Contact:
@CorkSport

CorkSport Mazda Performance Website
Mazdaspeed Forums Vendor Area - Corksport


For James Barone Racing Contact:
@jbarone

James Barone Racing Website
Mazdaspeed Forums Vendor Area - JAMES BARONE RACING


For TWM Performance Contact:
@TWM Performance

TWM Performance Website
Mazdaspeed Forums Vendor Area - TWM Performance


For COBB Tuning Contact:
@Cobb Tuning
@Evan@COBB
@David@COBB

COBB Tuning Website
Mazdaspeed Forums Vendor Area - COBB Tuning

***** First Generation Mazdaspeed3 *****

Short Shift Plates

The first way of adjusting the distance of the gear change (see: the "throw") is to add a SSP, an abbreviation for Short Shift Plate. The name is almost an exact description of the piece. A solid piece of metal with 4 holes in it that sits on top of the transmission housing connecting the linkage.

There are currently 3 Companies who manufacture Short Shift Plates for the First Gen Mazdaspeed3.

1. James Barone Racing
Price: $80.00
The Stage 1 Kit From Jamie Includes both the Plate AND a counterweight. A stage 2 kit can be ordered which includes base bushings for $95.00

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3. Corksport Mazda Performance
Price: $69.00
The SSP from CorkSport includes a Counterweight

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Base Bushings

At the base of every First Gen MS3 gear lever there are 4 rubber grommets that hold the shifter cage to the floor board. These bushings give the side-to-side movement of the shifter a very soft feel. Upgrading to solid aluminum Base Bushings improves the feel of the shifter when navigating throughout the gears.



1. James Barone Racing
Price: $25.00

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3. CorkSport Mazda Performance
Price: $39.00

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4. TWM Performance
Price: $34.95

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Shift Counterweights

At the opposite end of the gear linkage lies the counterweight. A counterweight provides a balance at each end of the linkage and also provides improved shift response while also ensuring the transmission stays in gear during aggressive driving.



1. James Barone Racing
Price: $20.00
Color options include Red, Blue, and the pictured Black below

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3. TWM Performance
Price: $49.95
While pricey, the TWM Counterweight is the only weight on the market which can be adjusted to personal preference.

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4. COBB Tuning
Price: $25.00
The simplest design and only one option to choose from.

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Replacement Stems

The gear lever itself within the cabin is capable of being shortened. A 30% reduction in the distance of the throw can be seen when adding an actual short shifter. Two companies currently manufacture a short shifter for the platform.



1. COBB Tuning
Price: $275.00
COBB's Shifter Features double adjustments for both Shift knob height and Throw Length


To view how to install your COBB Tuning Double Adjustable Short Throw Shifter Please See This Thread: COBB Tuning Mazdaspeed3 STS Install
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1. TWM Performance
Price: $249.95
The TWM features no adjustment in throw or knob height, it is one size only.


To view how to install your TWM Performance Short Shifter Please See This Tutorial courtesy of Krystm's Garage
Tutorial: Short Throw Shifter Install
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Full Replacement Systems

If you're feeling an overhaul of your complete shifting package, TWM Performance is currently the only company for our platform who manufactures a direct replacement system.



1. TWM Performance
Price: $449.95
The Full Replacement System from TWM includes everything except a Counterweight and Shorter Shift Plate

***** Mazdaspeed6 *****

Short Shift Plates

The first way of adjusting the distance of the gear change (see: the "throw") is to add a SSP, an abbreviation for Short Shift Plate. The name is almost an exact description of the piece. A solid piece of metal with 4 holes in it that sits on top of the transmission housing connecting the linkage.



1. James Barone Racing
Price: $80.00
The Stage 1 Kit From Jamie Includes both the Plate AND a counterweight. A stage 2 kit can be ordered which includes base bushings for $95.00

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Base Bushings

At the base of every Mazdaspeed6 gear lever there are 4 rubber grommets that hold the shifter cage to the floor board. These bushings give the side-to-side movement of the shifter a very soft feel. Upgrading to solid aluminum Base Bushings improves the feel of the shifter when navigating throughout the gears.

These are the bushing locations:

1. James Barone Racing
Price: $25.00

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Shift Counterweights

At the opposite end of the gear linkage lies the counterweight. A counterweight provides a balance at each end of the linkage and also provides improved shift response while also ensuring the transmission stays in gear during aggressive driving.



1. James Barone Racing
Price: $20.00
Color options include Red, Blue, and the pictured Black below

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3. COBB Tuning
Price: $25.00
The simplest design and only one option to choose from.

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Replacement Stems

The gear lever itself within the cabin is capable of being shortened. A 33% reduction in the distance of the throw can be seen when adding an actual short shifter. Unfortunately, only 1 company currently manufactures a short shifter for the Speed6 platform.



1. TWM Performance
Price: $139.95 for a Stage 1, Add $50 for a Stage 2
The TWM features no adjustment in throw or knob height, it is one size only. (Stage 2 Shown)

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Full Replacement Systems

Unfortunately, no full replacement system is currently offered for the MazdaSpeed6 platform as the shifter assembly is much more complex compared to that of the Speed3.

***** Second Generation Mazdaspeed3 *****

Short Shift Plates

The first way of adjusting the distance of the gear change (see: the "throw") is to add a SSP, an abbreviation for Short Shift Plate. The name is almost an exact description of the piece. A solid piece of metal with 4 holes in it that sits on top of the transmission housing connecting the linkage.

There are currently 3 Companies who manufacture Short Shift Plates for the Second Gen Mazdaspeed3.

1. James Barone Racing
Price: $80.00
The Stage 1 Kit From Jamie Includes both the Plate AND a counterweight. A stage 2 kit can be ordered which includes base bushings for $95.00

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3. Corksport Mazda Performance
Price: $69.00
The SSP from CorkSport includes a Counterweight

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Base Bushings

At the base of every Second Gen MS3 gear lever there are 4 rubber grommets that hold the shifter cage to the floor board. These bushings give the side-to-side movement of the shifter a very soft feel. Upgrading to solid aluminum Base Bushings improves the feel of the shifter when navigating throughout the gears.

These are the bushing locations:

1. James Barone Racing
Price: $25.00

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3. CorkSport Mazda Performance
Price: $39.00

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4. TWM Performance
Price: $34.95

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Shift Counterweights

At the opposite end of the gear linkage lies the counterweight. A counterweight provides a balance at each end of the linkage and also provides improved shift response while also ensuring the transmission stays in gear during aggressive driving.



1. James Barone Racing
Price: $20.00
Color options include Red, Blue, and the pictured Black below

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3. TWM Performance
Price: $49.95
While pricey, the TWM Counterweight is the only weight on the market which can be adjusted to personal preference.

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4. COBB Tuning
Price: $25.00
The simplest design and only one option to choose from.

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Replacement Stems

Unfortunately, no company currently offers just a Stem Replacement for the Second Generation Mazdaspeed3.

Full Replacement Systems

If you're feeling an overhaul of your complete shifting package, TWM Performance is currently the only company for our platform who manufactures a direct replacement system.



1. TWM Performance
Price: $449.95
The Full Replacement System from TWM includes everything except a Counterweight and Shorter Shift Plate






I Think I got Everything.......If you spot anything wrong with this thread please bring it to my attention.

Thanks,

Dump

[Raider]

Don't forget maperformance, etc.

Taking shape, subbing for progress and will send $$$ when done!

[breakfstincluded]

Did I see that Matt Damond has one now as well?

[09Speed3Z]

I'm sure there are spelling mistakes and the like in there somewhere if someone can find them and point them out I'd appreciate it.

@Raider

[Raider]

Originally Posted by 09Speed3Z I'm sure there are spelling mistakes and the like in there somewhere if someone can find them and point them out I'd appreciate it. @Raider

E4P makes a shifter, I run it too. Let me hop on the computer tomorrow, I'll send you $.

Bumping for input about any possible missing options...

[09Speed3Z]

This forum has quite the history with E4 Performance.

If it's in the forums best interest, I'll be glad to throw that in tomorrow.

[Raider]

I know, but people still buy it. I've got 40,000 miles on mine....

[09Speed3Z]

Fair enough

It's on the add list for tomorrow.

[superskaterxes]

missing the limited production superskater short shifters!!!!!!!

GI: Custom MS6 Short Shift Plate

[09Speed3Z]

Not an authorized MSF Member and frankly one that doesn't return goddamn phone calls!!!!!! Lol

[Mortose]

I vote sticky.

+1 for the TWM STS and JBR SSP. In combo, i have about a 3 inch throw now. I LOVE IT.

[09Speed3Z]

@Raider

I looked on E4's website. There STS isn't listed anymore so I'd be a little skeptical about listing it if you can't find it.


They have their counterweight shown so I'll add that to the list in the counterweight section.

[Raider]

I got mine through pg- Protege Garage - E4P Short Shifter - Mazdaspeed3

But if op does not want to post it, I'm ok since pg is banned. I only said them because ive had one with no problems,

[JLee1469]

Just installed @MATT DAMOND 's piece. Very nice.

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[pvo92]

would you ever put a shifter plate in if you already have a TWM short throw shifter and a jbr shifter weight, just wondering, thanks.

[mike16241]

Im curious if anyone has attempted to bolt a TWM full replacement in an ms6 without the 1in risers or are the bolt locations different

[Raider]

@09Speed3Z; look up the JBR ones to add for ms3/ms6

[jclee]

How is the shift plate? I never even knew that there was such a thing. Only thought that you have to replace the whole gear box and stick if you wanted to reduce the throw. Anyone have any recommendations on which brand and if the short shift plate is worth it?

[Raider]

Originally Posted by jclee How is the shift plate? I never even knew that there was such a thing. Only thought that you have to replace the whole gear box and stick if you wanted to reduce the throw. Anyone have any recommendations on which brand and if the short shift plate is worth it?

Read the OP. Pick one.

[JBR]

I run the JBR it's the best.

[Raider]

Only slightly biased.

[speed3black87]

would a tmwm short shifter from a gen 1 fit a gen 2?

[JBR]

Originally Posted by speed3black87 would a tmwm short shifter from a gen 1 fit a gen 2?

Not even close.

We will be releasing our GEN 2 shifter in the next month.



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[Shwa]

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We will be releasing our GEN 2 shifter in the next month.

Hell yeah, looks like I'm waiting to get one.

You guys recommend stacking this with your SSP?

[JBR]

Originally Posted by Shwa Hell yeah, looks like I'm waiting to get one. You guys recommend stacking this with your SSP?

It works very well with our SSP. Since the shifter and the shift plate are adjustable the settings are almost infinite.

-Jamie

[rotarican21]

The jbr short shift plate and shifter bushings don't specify the year while the ones for cork sport do. What are the differences between first and second gen?

[JBR]

Originally Posted by rotarican21 The jbr short shift plate and shifter bushings don't specify the year while the ones for cork sport do. What are the differences between first and second gen?

There is no difference between the shift plate kits or the shifter bushings for the GEN 1 or GEN 2 MS3.

Can the OP be updated? The pictures are missing or out of date. All of the pictures on our website have been re-shot. Also some prices have changed. I can help if need be.

-Sabrina

[rotarican21]

Originally Posted by JBR There is no difference between the shift plate kits or the shifter bushings for the GEN 1 or GEN 2 MS3. Can the OP be updated? The pictures are missing or out of date. All of the pictures on our website have been re-shot. Also some prices have changed. I can help if need be. -Sabrina

Ok sweet. Thanks for clearing that up.

[mrboostman]

Hey All,
I am using a Cork Sport shifter and aluminum base bushings. Can anyone recommend a way to get rid of the slop when in gear? The slop I mean is when the shifter is in gear there is a lot of play in the shifter. Will the plate help or do I have to go with a full TWM replacement?

[TR6]

Hello:

I don't see a lot of activity here lately but hoping for some feedback. Is there an actual difference between the Gen 1 and Gen 2 short shift plates? I have only ever seen one listing (nothing specifying a certain year or gen)?

And I don't see any mention of the Sure Short Shift Plate (https://www.suremotorsports.com/product-p/sure0513.htm). Has anyone used that option?

I have heard that short shift plates can cause transmission or linkage damage. Is that the case or is that more incorrect installation?

[Db09ms3]

From what I gather, Sure gets shit on for a lot of stuffs. Read up on that. If you search on websites for short shift plates, cross reference the years and compare part numbers. Fuck being lazy.

Best bet is to buy an actual short shifter as oppose to running a plate. I am rocking a Damond plate. JBR makes a real sweet short shifter that I keep eyeballing to replace my plate.

[JBR]

We have replacement short shifters for both the GEN 1 & 2. They are very reasonably priced too at $125 and $155 respectively.

[TR6]

Originally Posted by Db09ms3 From what I gather, Sure gets shit on for a lot of stuffs. Read up on that. If you search on websites for short shift plates, cross reference the years and compare part numbers. Fuck being lazy. Best bet is to buy an actual short shifter as oppose to running a plate. I am rocking a Damond plate. JBR makes a real sweet short shifter that I keep eyeballing to replace my plate.

That's what I figured, and why I am researching. Anyone have one they have used for years that can let us know how it is going?

I will also check out the JBR short shifter.

[Frank1]

I like the look of your short shift kit, if I add the base bushings to the kit is there anything else I would need for a complete set up?

Originally Posted by JBR We have replacement short shifters for both the GEN 1 & 2. They are very reasonably priced too at $125 and $155 respectively.

[JBR]

Originally Posted by Frank1 I like the look of your short shift kit, if I add the base bushings to the kit is there anything else I would need for a complete set up?

A shift knob is icing on the cake. Most do it.