MR2 Shifter

[Mechie3]

I used 7'. I go back, around the heads, and into the bell crank. I tried 6' but they were too short. 6.5' would probably work well but I got off the shelf zero backlash cables (which aren't really 100% zero backlash).

[RetroRacing]

cool, thanks. Need to get some on the way soon, just need to start fabing the shifter stuff at the back, just like yours, but ours is pull into first-second gate (RSX race shifter)

[RM1SepEx]

I used 7' to go under the ebrake, over the FFR fuel tank, through a rubber grommet on my rear firewall, over the engine block but under the manifold to the trans shaft and bell crank... Mine bow up a couple inches from perfect length. I used the clamp type cables, much easier to do the mounts, only need two tapped holes into the plate, both ends http://www.boatersland.com/telccx43307.html

[Hindsight]

Where is everyone getting their custom-length cables from? I was going to use "Custom Control Cables" but for what I wanted, the cost came out to $280 for the pair which is about $100 more than I expected.

Edit - N/M ended up talking with customcables.com in California and picking up a set from them for closer to what I was expecting: $178.

[Mechie3]

Seastar solutions. I can look up part numbers later.

[RSdriver]

Any body willing to share their dimensions or CAD dwg?

[JAubin]

Meant to X-Post this from my Build Thread:

I'm running the MR2 with a linkage that was designed for 914s running Subaru motors/trans. Hacked up the shifter so it sits angled, front supported by repurposed rear sway brackets, so it sits higher and the console fits over it, but the cables exit below the top surface of the tunnel.
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I used the Midwest Control Cables customer option, and it was $80 for (2) 7' cables with bulkhead connectors on both ends. The swaged/crimped connections leave a bit to be desired, and there is a bit more stiction than in the FFR supplied cables, but with the nearly straight run (under intake manifold) and short length the feel is still far better than the stock setup. Photo shows the difference between the swaged connection on the FFR (TOP) and the crimped of the Midwest (BOTTOM)

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[Mitch Wright]

I used Custom Control cables $180 deliveredfuel cell 2.JPGinterior 1.JPG

[Mechie3]

Bump from the dead. Got two emails about my MR2 implementation. I heavily modified my shifter though, so it's not quite apples to apples.

I'm using these cables:
http://www.boatersland.com/telccx43008.html

The 7' were about 1" too short, but they worked well for Bill (his shifter is in a slightly different spot). The 7' cables were purchased elsewhere (forget where) and had a 5 week lead time.

Bulkhead mount on the rear, clamp mount on the front. I believe they can be used with these strap clamps from McMaster, P/N 3125K12

[craigfree]

I also used 7' cables routed directly over the top of the engine. I didn't like how the 8' had the bend around the ez30. With the six's intake and exhaust it made more sense to go over then around. P.S. I still have the 8' for sale...

[Mechie3]

I have a spare broken 8' cable. I just shipped it to a customer along with some parts. The cable works, just has a very notchy spot. He's going to use it for a test fit. Once he is done, it's up for grabs. I didn't charge him for it, just asked that he pass it on to the next person. Use it to test fit, measure for cables length so you can determine if 7' or 8' works best without buying both.

[JB91710]

Does anybody know where this shifter comes from?

Thanks,

Jack

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[Mechie3]

It's another version of the K tuned shifter. Maybe the one that FFR sells.

[DSR-3]

Does anybody know where this shifter comes from?DSC_30981-694x413.jpg

Factory Five

[JB91710]

Thanks, I did find it at FF.

[Harley818]

I bought my cables from Control Cables. Bulkhead mount connection. 90 inches was perfect for me. I routed through the firewall right above the suspension attachment point behind the gas tank. $75 ea. Part no. 173LTT-2-90RS HP Inner.

[Sgt.Gator]

Thread from the dead revival....the MR2 shifters have jumped on eBay. Including shipping, they are at least $75 and some are $150!

[flynntuna]

whoa, glad I got mine from the local pick your part for $15. for $150 I'd spend the extra and either buy the FFR one and do the "Hobby Racer" mod to have the cables go to the rear or the K-Tuned shifter.

[bow2091]

i have one i will sell you 50.00 plus shipping

whoa, glad I got mine from the local pick your part for $15. for $150 I'd spend the extra and either buy the FFR one and do the "Hobby Racer" mod to have the cables go to the rear or the K-Tuned shifter.

[Sgt.Gator]

Thanks. I made an offer on eBay for one at a significantly lower price with free shipping and it was accepted. I'm sure other sellers would take offers too, these things can't be in that big of a demand other than 818 builders.