TWM Short Shifter and Base Bushings installed (pics)

***[IVI]*** · 10-04-2006, 05:54 PM

I jumped the gun a little bit and decided to install the SS and the metal base bushings this afternoon instead of tomorrow. You all know how it is, you just can't wait to do a mod after you receive it. Anyways, the install took a long time because changing out the base bushings with one person is a PITA!!! I dropped the first rubber bushing I removed down inside the console and then i dropped one of the metal ones down there. Ended up disassembling the entire center console to get to it. If anyone decides to replace the rubber bushings with metal ones by yourself, do yourself a favor and get some sticky-tak to put on the bushing so that it stays put on the shifter while you work on the other bushings. Trust me on this one. So 1.5 hours later, everything is buttoned up and ready to go. The first picture is of the TWM Short Shifter in place, the second picture is a picture of what the stock rubber bushings look like. They are replaced by aluminum ones. I'm not sure how useful this mod is (the bushings). It doesn't seem like it's going to make that much of a difference. IDK, we'll see. Anyway, I'll drive it home, since I'm at work, and let you guys know how it feels.

**Yodums** · 10-04-2006, 08:46 PM

That's awesome.

Let us know how the drive is home. :)

On another note, are there any differences between the TWM bushings and Corsport ones?

***[IVI]*** · 10-05-2006, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Yodums

On another note, are there any differences between the TWM bushings and Corsport ones?

Yes, the TWM bushings are the metal BASE bushings where the shifter assembly mounts to the car. The Corsport busings are shift linkage bushings that connect the linkage from the shifter to the transmission. The shifter base bushings are done inside the car, whereas the shift linkage bushings are done in the engine compartment. I plan on purchasing the CorSport linkage bushings soon to complete all of the shifter mods.

**Yodums** · 10-05-2006, 08:04 AM

Ah, thanks for shedding some light on that. I know I've read that from another topic, but I wasn't sure if they were in totally separate places.

larryd · 10-05-2006, 11:07 AM

I couldn't agree with you more; getting the bushings into place was a major pita. Tack would have made it alot easier. However I think the whole job is easier if you just take out the center console from the beginning; it takes all of 10 minutes to pop it out.

Shiznet · 10-05-2006, 11:32 AM

haha i just saw ur post after i wrote mine up, my bad. but for real... those bushings r a pain. could i ask how u removed the center console? i couldnt figure it out... i just shoved my hand into it

larryd · 10-05-2006, 11:46 AM

4 screws and 2 push pins. 2 screws in the pocket under the rubber piece, and 2 screws in front of the shifter assembly. Then there is a push pin on each side up by the wheel wells. All you have to do after you get those out is pull back and up and then disconnect the plug to the right of the shifter to take the console completely out. I posted pics in my install guide that make it easier to understand.

Shiznet · 10-05-2006, 11:54 AM

ah great! thanks.

raven21 · 11-06-2006, 05:54 PM

Could you guys give me more details on how to install the base bushings. Does it come with directions or did you have a DIY.

Thanks in advance

***[IVI]*** · 11-06-2006, 07:59 PM

TWM sends detailed, photographed instructions with the base bushings. It was very straightforward. All we can tell you is that you might want to remove the center console for this because everyone that has done it thinks it is the best way to install the bushings. There is a DIY on how to remove the center console floating around somewhere on this site.

Bleached · 11-06-2006, 08:54 PM

Just ordered my shifter and bushings along with a Skunk2 knob, looking forward to install.

raven21 · 11-08-2006, 01:55 PM

To those you installed the base bushings. Did you feel an increase in engine vibration through the stick when you installed the aluminum bushings.

Thanks

si_civic · 11-18-2006, 12:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bleached

Just ordered my shifter and bushings along with a Skunk2 knob, looking forward to install.

Why....you....little... copy-cat.....

ME TOO!!

My hands are buttery-slippery. I will have to ask someone to help me on this one :)

GALAXY~SI · 11-18-2006, 12:57 AM

can't wait to order my set of bushing and short shift kit.

slimjim8481 · 11-19-2006, 07:02 PM

I just ordered my shift kit and bushings from http://www.twmperformance.com/ They offer 10% off for students. That is great for me being a college student with limited funds. Just contact them and they will give you a promo code. That brought the total down to $90 shipped.

dt07Si · 06-05-2007, 07:34 AM

Sorry to bring an old thread back to life but I am going to order a TWM short shifter today or tomorrow, I am just undecided about ordering the base and cable bushings with it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by raven21

To those you installed the base bushings. Did you feel an increase in engine vibration through the stick when you installed the aluminum bushings.

Thanks

I was wondering if since the base bushings will eliminate the play in the shifter it may be more prone to rattles or vibrating?

10-04-2006, 05:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
*[IVI]* I'm your Huckleberry Join Date: May 2006 Location: Columbus, Ohio Age: 31 Posts: 1,636 Bryan iTrader: 0 / 0%	TWM Short Shifter and Base Bushings installed (pics) I jumped the gun a little bit and decided to install the SS and the metal base bushings this afternoon instead of tomorrow. You all know how it is, you just can't wait to do a mod after you receive it. Anyways, the install took a long time because changing out the base bushings with one person is a PITA!!! I dropped the first rubber bushing I removed down inside the console and then i dropped one of the metal ones down there. Ended up disassembling the entire center console to get to it. If anyone decides to replace the rubber bushings with metal ones by yourself, do yourself a favor and get some sticky-tak to put on the bushing so that it stays put on the shifter while you work on the other bushings. Trust me on this one. So 1.5 hours later, everything is buttoned up and ready to go. The first picture is of the TWM Short Shifter in place, the second picture is a picture of what the stock rubber bushings look like. They are replaced by aluminum ones. I'm not sure how useful this mod is (the bushings). It doesn't seem like it's going to make that much of a difference. IDK, we'll see. Anyway, I'll drive it home, since I'm at work, and let you guys know how it feels.

10-04-2006, 08:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
Yodums Scrodums Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 8,240 Hiro Nakamura iTrader: 9 / 100%	That's awesome. Let us know how the drive is home. :) On another note, are there any differences between the TWM bushings and Corsport ones? __________________ 2007 Taffeta White Civic Si Coupe

10-05-2006, 08:04 AM	#4 (permalink)
Yodums Scrodums Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 8,240 Hiro Nakamura iTrader: 9 / 100%	Ah, thanks for shedding some light on that. I know I've read that from another topic, but I wasn't sure if they were in totally separate places. __________________ 2007 Taffeta White Civic Si Coupe

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