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GB: Altezza short shift CLOSED; Group buy for the TRD Short Shifter
Topic Started: Aug 17 2005, 11:01 PM (5,727 Views)
Jase
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So, TRD's got one for the altezza..
who else?
i heard that the PLP one doesn't fit the altezza 6speed g' box
what about B&M?
Any ideas?
i'm interested in getting one for mine..
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Serran
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the trd shifter is awesome. the stroke is shorter than shifters made for other cars in comparison, like cee's for gtr and others. i think b&m are more popular os.

personally, definately the most significant upgrade u will do to your car for a few hundred $.

i always thought gxe10 and sxe10 shifters are interchangeable as they share the same part number and box.

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Jase
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so you reckon i could order one from the states and fit it to my car?
the US IS's have their gear stick leaned to the left, right? would they still fit?
TRD one is too expensive...
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andis200
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I had the B&M in my IS200. Great improvement and sooo much fun. It's very hart to shift. You can feel the gears rolling over and it makes a nice click/clack sound while shifting like in very sportscars.
He also imports the gearbox humming into compartement. Sounds very sporty, like in a rallycar.
But this stick is not driveable by women, McFlys and somebody who doesn't know what to expect.

B&M is not to expensiv (about 180USD) and worth every penny to get a feeling for shortshifters. Don't buy a used one. They often rattle because of worn tolerances.

TRD is a much better way to go for. Smooth, sporty, suits a Lexus, especially Altezza/IS very well. But it's far more expensiv (around 300USD). It is Toyota quality steel.

I now have the TRD fitted. The B&M is sold. I can't say which is the best. Both have pros and cons. Would be nice if there would be a quickfit available. Sundays the TRD, all other days the B&M.

I never will go back to the OEM shift. It's like stiring a puddle of mudd. They should have install a shortshifter as they released this car...

For LHD and RHD:
B&M you are able to turn it around.
TRD its straight up. So it doesn't matter.

Replacement: LINK

Comparisn:
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Numbers:
TRD: 33530-SE100

B&M: 45095
my car:
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Mr Singh
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Fitting was a doddle... Quality compared to the B&M is alot better, fixtures fittings and presentation alot better imo, and being japanese product coming with English manual is a huge thumbs up! :)

How does it compare to the B&M? same length of throw, very short..
Effort required is HUGELY less than the B&M is only VERY slightly stiffer than stock. No noises like that from the B&M. Reverse doesn't kill me now (thank ***, especially after i've got to drive back from the gym!)

Gear knob supplied is nice, but needs to be about 30% larger... i've got it on for now :)

All in all 11/10!

B&Ms only advantage is price.. performance and quality... TRD owns its ***** every way!!!!!!!!!!!
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Jase
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Thanks Mr Singh for your info man!

I think I'll go with B&M, as I think I might like all that clicking noice :P

I have read on the IS300.net forum that lextacy.com is not the best place to order parts from..

Where should try? Any good online sites you recommend? Or just order from ebay? I have never ordered anything from overseas.. Hope they won't charge a sh!tload on shipping!
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Muzza
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Checking the shipping price first. I once bought a watch fo US$0.01. It cost me NZ$27.00 to get it here :lol: :lol: :lol:
Muzza
HKS RS Induction.
Tom's lightened flywheel,TRD Clutch,TRD Clutch Cover
Apexi SAFCII,Gizzmo Shiftlight-Launch conntroller,Pivot speedmetre-x
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Jase
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A friend of mine bought a head deck from the states, shipping was a resonable NZ$60 or so.

I hope those shortshift guys won't overcharge! :- P
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SSML
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I once wanted to order one. Frylai was saying they run out of stock...

Any Group buy for Aussies??
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2008 addition: DIY job:DBA 4000series x-drilled rotors + bendix pads :D
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Toyota dealerships would get one in wouldnt they? Theyre over $500 arn't they?
'00 RS200
18" WORK Wheels - TRD bodykit, grille, suspension, gearknob, radiator cap - Blitz gauges - Apexi RSM, muffler - Strut bar - Greddy oil cap, gauge holder - Sony stereo (2x 12" subs)
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ctk1
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Did somebody say GROUP BUY...

I'd be interested if we can get them for $250-300 AUS
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ROH Adrenalins 17", Tint, King Springs, Tom's Super Ram II Intake, TRD c/f Grille, Badged.
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CoffeeBoss
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Hell yes!

I'll see what i can dig up...
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jasestu
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After playing with Muzza's short one I'm a big fan...


[size0]Hmmm, perhaps I ought to reword that?
ex RS200 Z ed 6MT | Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
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Muzza
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<_< Hmmmmm perhap's you better. :woot:
Muzza
HKS RS Induction.
Tom's lightened flywheel,TRD Clutch,TRD Clutch Cover
Apexi SAFCII,Gizzmo Shiftlight-Launch conntroller,Pivot speedmetre-x
Cusco Front Strutbrace
Mintex M116 Brakepads
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Actually Muzza what brand short shift you have again. That thing was so short, well I thought so anyways. I was always afraid I hadnt got the car in gear, I couldnt feel your gears at all!

Guess that what you get for being a short shift virgin ay?

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Jase
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GROUP BUY!
I'd be interested!
Any NZ guys interested??
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Jase,Aug 20 2005
05:44 PM
GROUP BUY!
I'd be interested!
Any NZ guys interested??

Yup. Who's going to co-ordinate? Let's get numbers sorted - So far, Jase and I? That's 2 then.
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Muzza
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Mine's a TRD unit
Muzza
HKS RS Induction.
Tom's lightened flywheel,TRD Clutch,TRD Clutch Cover
Apexi SAFCII,Gizzmo Shiftlight-Launch conntroller,Pivot speedmetre-x
Cusco Front Strutbrace
Mintex M116 Brakepads
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Jase
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They have the B&M shifter on ebay for around US$160 cheapest. Thats about NZ$230.
So around NZ$300 shipped I'm guessing.

If we have a couple shipped together, shipping might be cheaper?
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ZZa
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Hmm for these short shifter's, did anyone try C's I've heard its a japanese brand, but are they good?
It was quite cheap to get this brand in HK only costs around NZD$340

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for that price id pay a little bit more and go TRD!

2001 IS200 6MT
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Jase,Aug 18 2005
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Thanks Mr Singh for your info man!

I think I'll go with B&M, as I think I might like all that clicking noice :P

I have read on the IS300.net forum that lextacy.com is not the best place to order parts from..

Where should try? Any good online sites you recommend? Or just order from ebay? I have never ordered anything from overseas.. Hope they won't charge a sh!tload on shipping!

The B&M for the IS300 is different to the one for the IS200/RS200.

Different part no's.

DON'T buy one for IS300, it won;t fit!

Your brave man going for the B&M.... Imo there totally un-worthy against the TRD :rolleyes:
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Jase
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The B&M for the IS300 is different to the one for the IS200/RS200.

Different part no's.

DON'T buy one for IS300, it won;t fit!

Your brave man going for the B&M.... Imo there totally un-worthy against the TRD 


So they make one for the IS200 and one for the IS300?
Does the IS200 one fit the right hand drive RS200?
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I am making some enquiries here in Oz to see how low we can get the price on the TRD short shifter. Stay tuned...
I will find out about part numbers - more than likely, RHD IS200 and RS200 use the same short shifter.
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supscribed. worth the money i rekon.. shifts are so short and crisp in glen's car
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