Install Guide: TWM Short Shift Kit 2006+ Honda Civic / Civic Si

[VTECnical]

Yes. Just got it!! Great job TWM. Quality shipping. I'll have install pics later...

[TWM Performance]

Originally Posted by VTECnical

Yes. Just got it!! Great job TWM. Quality shipping. I'll have install pics later...

Cool, glad to see it arrived so quickly :)

Kevin
TWM

[Adlh29]

Just ordered one!

[TWM Performance]

Originally Posted by Adlh29

Just ordered one!

Thanks for your order

It is shipping out today, you should get the UPS tracking number by the end of the day.

Thanks,

Kevin
TWM

[Adlh29]

That's what I like to hear! Thanks!

[vr4gasmtt]

Can anyone confirm on if the short shifter stays with short shifts along with the bushings/cable bushings?

In my 99 GSX, I had a b&m short shifter along with a greddy shift knob and cable bushings/ console bushings.. it felt unbelievable at first and was that way for about a week until it all of a sudden just felt the same. I think its just me but would like to hear reviews on how peoples SS kits are lasting after a certain amount of miles.

I'll definately be picking up TWM's SS kit no matter what when money comes in. I can't see who can drive without a short shifter...

[Adlh29]

It's purely psychological, shift a stock civic and you will laugh at yourself.

[e60.deluxe]

Originally Posted by vr4gasmtt

Can anyone confirm on if the short shifter stays with short shifts along with the bushings/cable bushings?

In my 99 GSX, I had a b&m short shifter along with a greddy shift knob and cable bushings/ console bushings.. it felt unbelievable at first and was that way for about a week until it all of a sudden just felt the same. I think its just me but would like to hear reviews on how peoples SS kits are lasting after a certain amount of miles.

I'll definately be picking up TWM's SS kit no matter what when money comes in. I can't see who can drive without a short shifter...

you got used to it buddy.

[mO 64 StAnG 06]

I've got the base bushings and a shift knob w/ SS, would getting the cable bushings add any noticable difference?

[Adlh29]

Yes, the cable bushings make the shifter crispier than a stick of celery.

[TWM Performance]

Originally Posted by Adlh29

Yes, the cable bushings make the shifter crispier than a stick of celery.

Well said, thanks :)

The cable bushings do make a very noticeable difference, they remove a great deal of vagueness from the stock shifter set up by replacing the stock rubber cable bushings with solid bronzoil bushings.

Kevin
TWM

[Adlh29]

Just got my short shifter today. Installed in less than 20 minutes. Shift action feels a lot shorter. Install went great, the package that comes has everything you need for the install; loc-tite and even the allen wrench you need. The tool to remove the blue cap was a life saver. I also used the little metal tool to held the adapter into place while I tightened the allen screw. I am very happy with my purchase!

[Izzy]

Originally Posted by vr4gasmtt

Can anyone confirm on if the short shifter stays with short shifts along with the bushings/cable bushings?

In my 99 GSX, I had a b&m short shifter along with a greddy shift knob and cable bushings/ console bushings.. it felt unbelievable at first and was that way for about a week until it all of a sudden just felt the same. I think its just me but would like to hear reviews on how peoples SS kits are lasting after a certain amount of miles.

I'll definately be picking up TWM's SS kit no matter what when money comes in. I can't see who can drive without a short shifter...

Had mine for over a year, and I don't see the difference anymore. But like e60 said, I'm totally used to it. However, when I fiddled with KraziAzn's knob (pun intended) in his R18...I can definitely feel a difference!

Actually, even with another stock Si, there's a big difference, even in just the base bushings...it feels more spongy without them.

[TWM Performance]

Originally Posted by Adlh29

Just got my short shifter today. Installed in less than 20 minutes. Shift action feels a lot shorter. Install went great, the package that comes has everything you need for the install; loc-tite and even the allen wrench you need. The tool to remove the blue cap was a life saver. I also used the little metal tool to held the adapter into place while I tightened the allen screw. I am very happy with my purchase!

Thanks for the great review

Kevin
TWM

[TWM Performance]

Originally Posted by Izzy

Had mine for over a year, and I don't see the difference anymore. But like e60 said, I'm totally used to it. However, when I fiddled with KraziAzn's knob (pun intended) in his R18...I can definitely feel a difference!

Actually, even with another stock Si, there's a big difference, even in just the base bushings...it feels more spongy without them.

Yeah, I've had that happen with all of my cars as well :)

I'll install a short shifter that feels awesome, but once you become used to it it feels normal. Only when you try a stock one do you realize the difference...

Kevin
TWM

[MarchMadnessisMe]

Originally Posted by TWM Performance

Here is a useful link with pictures that should answer all your questions: What is a Short Shifter

Thanks!

Kevin
TWM Performance

i just read this and i think it may have convinced me to go with the short shifter thanks man! now all i need is the money.....

[flomofo]

Mine came in and great packaging as well like in the pic above. Didnt know I could order that lowering thing by itself without a knob I would have gotten one. Unless the knob just want in the pic above. I'll definately try to remember to post a one liner review when I'm done.

[redline8500]

I installed my entire kit today took me about half an hour for everything (base bushings, short shifter,and cable bushings) i did take my center console out from the get go b/c i knew i would drop something and i did a coulpe of times. I love the new shifter i used to miss 2nd on a regular basis now its right there. One other thing i would like to add is that the cable bushings are made out of brass which i thought was interesting meanging that it will last longer with brass being a little bit harder than aluminum. All in all awesome product twm very well thought of product 110% satisfied with quality of parts, very impressed.

[TWM Performance]

Originally Posted by redline8500

I installed my entire kit today took me about half an hour for everything (base bushings, short shifter,and cable bushings) i did take my center console out from the get go b/c i knew i would drop something and i did a coulpe of times. I love the new shifter i used to miss 2nd on a regular basis now its right there. One other thing i would like to add is that the cable bushings are made out of brass which i thought was interesting meanging that it will last longer with brass being a little bit harder than aluminum. All in all awesome product twm very well thought of product 110% satisfied with quality of parts, very impressed.

Well, that's very nice from you.

Glad to hear you're enjoying the new short shifter!

Simon
TWM Performance

Originally Posted by flomofo

Mine came in and great packaging as well like in the pic above. Didnt know I could order that lowering thing by itself without a knob I would have gotten one. Unless the knob just want in the pic above. I'll definately try to remember to post a one liner review when I'm done.

Thanks for the good feedback, that TWM Shift Knob page should help! ;]

Simon
TWM Performance

[Si_Jeff]

guys, can someone help me, I broke the blue plastic cup into two, where can I get this part?