Here is a pic of the 2008 Scion xD engine bay.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0798.jpg

Step 1: remove the engine cover, by gently pulling up on all four corners.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0799.jpg

Step 2: locate your shift linkage. it is located below the left front of your battery as seen in the next two pictures.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0800.jpg

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0801.jpg

Step 3: as seen in the last picture there is a cotter pin that you will need to remove.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0802.jpg

Step 4: remove the washer that was below the cotter pin, and go ahead and sit the linkage to the right of its stock linkage post.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0803.jpg

Step 5: place the NST SSK onto the stock linkage post as shown below.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0804.jpg

Step 6: use the stock cotter pin to secure the NST SSK into place

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0805.jpg

Step 7: place the linkage onto the new post the NST SSK provides.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0806.jpg

Step 8: place the stock washer back in place above the linkage.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0807.jpg

Step 9: use the new cotter pin provided with your NST SSK to lock your kit in place

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h9/IllNist/NST%20SSK/IMG_0808.jpg

Step 10: Go and enjoy your new short shifter and buy yourself something nice with the money you saved with NST compared to the TRD SSK. Do not forget the NST SSK are crafted from 6061-T6 aluminum, individually tested, and then hard anodized: Red, Blue, or Black.

http://www.nonstoptuning.com/pShiftNST.htm

how much does it reduce the throw?

30% shorter shifts. Trust me they are a great improvement. I have 2 xDs in my garage and they are now night and day.

Wow that's clever...

thanks a lot! im actually planning on buying this ssk next week, really appreciate the pictures

Excellent DIY guide. Thank you sir! Report back and give us your driving impressions within the next few days.


http://www.g2autosports.com/products/NST-SSK09a-2.jpg


From http://www.nonstoptuning.com/pShiftNST.htm
MSRP: $98
COLORS: Red, Blue, Black
SPECS: 30% Reduction in Throws



And for anyone who may be interested in yet another independent review of all NST shifter components...

http://www.subcompactculture.com/2009/01/review-and-installation-nst-short.html


http://2.bp.blogspot.com/__9TTj0s27Vk/SX81j-8NXKI/AAAAAAAAAwQ/PDylCY_lHyQ/s1600/NST%2BDrivetrain%2BComponents.jpg


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You are very welcome... couldnt resist posting up the most easy DIY install I ever did.

Do you have these for xB1's?

Do you have these for xB1's?

Unfortunately this piece does not fit the first gen xB. We may have something for the xB in the future.

In the mean time, xD and Yaris owners can take advantage of this effective, low budget, modification.

Take a look at the pages of great reviews written by Yaris owners...
http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7535


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Wow, so that's how that works! Neat, looks 10x easier than the tC SS installs (f*in lock nut) I will definately have to check one of these out.

Has there been any market for physically shrter shifters also?

Wow, so that's how that works! Neat, looks 10x easier than the tC SS installs (f*in lock nut) I will definately have to check one of these out.

Has there been any market for physically shrter shifters also?

I have not seen any yet for the xD. There is one available for the Yaris, but 90% of the people in the Yaris community use the NST piece due to a few reasons...

1. The NST piece is priced lower than traditional options.
2. The NST piece installation is much much easier.
3. The Yaris community has realized that their support for NST will lead, and has led, to more products being made available for their platform.


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niiiice NST comin up top again!

i have their shifter cable bushings and i love them, i've had them since they where first released. (which i believe was summer 06? mike correct me if im wrong haha) they definatly help shifting. feels much more crisp! :D

NST im lovin your work!

NST FTW fools :bow:

^^ sums it up ppl

Wow, so that's how that works! Neat, looks 10x easier than the tC SS installs (f*in lock nut) I will definately have to check one of these out.

Has there been any market for physically shrter shifters also?

I have not seen any yet for the xD. There is one available for the Yaris, but 90% of the people in the Yaris community use the NST piece due to a few reasons...

1. The NST piece is priced lower than traditional options.
2. The NST piece installation is much much easier.
3. The Yaris community has realized that their support for NST will lead, and has led, to more products being made available for their platform.


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Yea ... I really prefer your product to the other. That's how the tC's is and I hated it, despite doing it several times and becoming rather proficient at it. I did notice tho, that the shifter housing and the shifter itself are nearly identical to the tC. I'm now wondering if I can just use my left over tC SS as a "cheap" alternative for me. :D

What would that do if I had both short throws? Probably just be hard as heck to shift ....

For those of you with the xD you are going to share many of the benifits of our shared platforms.... The NST SSK is just the first we know 100% fits... I am sure more will come.
I also wanted to add I LOVE my NST SSK, I was just railing though gears and wasting gas for a couple tanks I loved it so much

NST FTW GUYS!!!!

Thanks for the kind words everyone, I certainly do appreciate it!


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Been installed almost a week. It is so much fun to drive now!

Been installed almost a week. It is so much fun to drive now!

It only gets better and better with age :love:

I am a member from Yarisworld, let me tell you , this is the cheapest, and yet at the same time , most influencing mods out there. High quality and amazing results!

Post up xd owners, I know you wil love it when you get it.

thats hot

Any new user reviews?!

We have shipped a few of these this week, so for those of you who just received yours, your thoughts and comments are definitely welcome here.


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mines is on the way i cant wait to install and test it for myself

mines is on the way i cant wait to install and test it for myself

Glad to see people jumping on this great SSK

Any new user reviews?!

We have shipped a few of these this week, so for those of you who just received yours, your thoughts and comments are definitely welcome here.


:)

Hey all,

I drive a Corolla as it is known in Australia, I'm not 100% sure but I think it is known as the Auris all the way in America. The Corolla is running the same engine as the Scion XD and the 1.8L Yaris but the Corolla has a 6speed compared the Scions XD (I think).

After viewing the DIY of the NST-SSK I checked my engine bay and well it looks as if it will fit as it has the exact same arm with the pivot point and all.

Could I send you or someone photos to confirm that this will indeed fit as 80% of me would like to get this and the remaining 20% is just waiting to get a confirmation.

If this did fit to the Corolla I could try and get a group buy from Oz as there are many owners looking for mods for their Corollas, but unfortunately the mod scene here is very slow.

NST you're going to OZ haha

Any new user reviews?!

We have shipped a few of these this week, so for those of you who just received yours, your thoughts and comments are definitely welcome here.


:)

Hey all,

I drive a Corolla as it is known in Australia, I'm not 100% sure but I think it is known as the Auris all the way in America. The Corolla is running the same engine as the Scion XD and the 1.8L Yaris but the Corolla has a 6speed compared the Scions XD (I think).
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Hello there!

Thank you for your interest in our site and products, we certainly do appreciate it.

I would suggest posting a few good pics of your assembly if you can. Especially the section where this SSK would install. That would be the first step to determining if this piece will work for your cars or not.

We do not have the 6speed tranny here in the USA as far as I am aware, so we can not garantee anything one war or the other, but looking at some pics would definitely help.

Thanks again, good luck and have fun with your project!


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NST you're going to OZ haha

It would not be the first time. NST frequently ships to Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, United Kingdom, Canada, Puerto Rico, etc etc.

We continue to grow and our customer base has increased significantly in the recent past.

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These are the imags that I have...
http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii253/2ZR-FE/DSC02770.jpg

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii253/2ZR-FE/DSC02769.jpg

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii253/2ZR-FE/DSC02768.jpg

Hope they really do fit cause it's reduces throws by 30% and yet it's really good price.

NST's stuff makes a huge difference in the feel of your shifts. I put their stainless steel bushings on my tC last year and absolutely love them. This mod is well worth the money and I recommend NST's product to everyone. Its the little things like this that make your car more fun to drive.

These are the imags that I have...


Hope they really do fit cause it's reduces throws by 30% and yet it's really good price.

By the pics it looks like it should be a direct fit..!

By the way, I drive a 08 Yaris TS with the 2ZR-FE engine and I use to had 07 Yaris with the 1.5L and I had the NST pulley kit installed in it. NST products Rocks!!

I've been trying to find some support to show NST interest for they to design a Pulley Kit for our engine.

I can tell you by my previous experience that these guys are real pros and their customer service is the best.

If we can get enough people I'm sure NST would get us a pulley kit..!

By the pics it looks like it should be a direct fit..!

By the way, I drive a 08 Yaris TS with the 2ZR-FE engine and I use to had 07 Yaris with the 1.5L and I had the NST pulley kit installed in it. NST products Rocks!!

I've been trying to find some support to show NST interest for they to design a Pulley Kit for our engine.

I can tell you by my previous experience that these guys are real pros and their customer service is the best.

If we can get enough people I'm sure NST would get us a pulley kit..!

Cheers,

I'll be placing my order for the SSK very shortly...

LOL I also had the 1.5L Yaris, but I now have the 07 Model Corolla. I think I remember you from YarisWorld?

Yeah I agree totally, I have never driven a car with a pulley kit before, but if there was a kit for this car I would get it. Maybe we could get all the 2ZR-FE Corollas, the Yaris and the XD boys to get some interest in the kit and then maybe NST will make some more of their magic with a kit for a car.

Think about it though... Three different car, all with the same engine. If the parts are universal for all three cars then you would be killing 3 birds with 1 stone???

Yeap, active member from Yaris World... but now I have one feet there and one feet here... you know, yaris chasis and xD engine...

BTW, have you seeing the threads about the intake manifold? The one designed by Richard Holdner??

He was able to put down 145WHP on a xD with the Intake manifold and a full exhaust... +15WHP only from the IM. On the 1.5L Yaris he already broke the 120WHP mark with one of his manifolds.

He has the design for our engine ready... but it depends on the demand for him to mass produce it.

By the numbers he has posted... that should be the best bang for the buck... for a NA 2ZR-FE...

I don't doubt we could see a 150WHP 2ZR-FE with all the bolt ons and some tuning

I have seen the thread on the intake manifold, but the Corolla here in Oz seems to have a little bit more juice than the XD as we as stock are producing 135hp compared to the 128hp. I do agree though that the Dual VVTI might have some potential and needs to be explored.

I have seen some pictures of the engine XDs engine bay and the battery location is different, so im hoping that it's only that and nothing else. If it was a completely different setup then some XD and Yaris 1.8 mods might not fit without some custom work to it.

Regarding the HP numbers... I'm almost sure that those differences are caused by different ways to measure the horse power, but the actual output is the same. My car is rated at 136hp according to the manual.

The 128hp from the xD vs 135hp are due to the SAE adjustments.

There prove of it is that Dyno sheet posted by Richard Holdner for his bone stock xD showed 119Whp. No way that the drivetrain lost for the xD will only be 9%.

Now if you use a more real drive train % loss like 15%, What you get? 119 * 15% = 136HP !!!

This wouldn't be the first car that make's more power than what the manufacturer published. Is just a matter of how the numbers are calculated. If you compare fuel consumption standards for a car in he US and the same car in other place... the US numbers are lower.

Even if your assumption on the OZ engine making a little bit more power was true, that only means that the improvements made by Richard's manifold would be higher on you engine!!

Regarding the differences on the engine bay,, try to post some pics of your engine bay. If the battery is located on a different place it shouldn't interfere at all with the intake manifold, it could mean a different Cold air intake position, but that is all.

According to Richard his design doesn't mess with the position of the throttle body so all that should remain the same causing you no problems.

Makes sense... different country, different standards.

I haven't got a picture of my complete engine bay at work but I it looks very similar to the XDs. I agree that the mods should be a universal fit between the two even the Weapon R CAI seems it will fit.

What do you think CASTREX, well worth it to get the WR intake?

I actually have a SEMI WR intake in my Yaris.

Well... I had and WR for my old 1.5l Yaris and I just snap the cone filter on my new OEM intake.

Due to the design of our inatke I woudn't throw my money there. You would be better off just buiying a nice filter, remiving the box and snaping the filter.

You should look for a 3" (80mm) inlet diam filter. I will be replacing the WR filter for a HKS one soon.

That short ram intake is just one little tiny tube.... that's all. I would said just buy a nice cone filter and snap it there. You just need the filter, a 3"(80mm) sillicone coupler and the ties... and it will perform just as well as the WR plus you get that amazing rooarr sound at full throttle. I'll post some pics of my set up later.

got mine today at 11:40.had to be at work at 12:00.had it installed in about 3 min and test drove it to work.oh my gawd this thing is awesome i didnt think it would reduce the throw that much.i didnt think i was in 1st the first time.

AWESOME!!! Thank you for the kind words!

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i will be ordering mine soon... can't wait!!!

Excellent. We'll be here when you're ready!

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i placed my order on sunday :)... really can't wait now

Our next batch is due for sale on MAY 5, 2008. Stay tuned!!!

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On pre-order! Cannot wait!

today's the day wheeeeeeeeee... can't wait now..

today's the day wheeeeeeeeee... can't wait now..

SEVERAL pre-orders were shipped today and should reach everyone over the next few business days. Stay tuned!!!

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A very small number of GOLD Yaris Short Shift Kits for the Toyota Yaris and Scion xD will be available during May and June of 2008.

Limited edition "JDM GOLD" will be available only while supplies last.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g256/rningonfumes/Quick%20pics%20for%20forums/NSTSSK09RG1.jpg
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g256/rningonfumes/Quick%20pics%20for%20forums/NSTSSK09RG3.jpg
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g256/rningonfumes/Quick%20pics%20for%20forums/NSTSSK09RG2.jpg


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NST FTW! The gold is HOT!

We will have red and gold in stock and for sale this week. Thanks NST For a great product!

TWO Thumbs Up!!!

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Two plus two = four. Four thumbs up!

Thank you sir!!!

:)

Does anyone have any recent reviews or feedback? We would greatly appreciate it.

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I got the GOLD ONE WOOT!!!! installing it was a bit troublesome i think it could just be me but it seem like the bottom of the piece was machined a little too some so i had to file off a bit of the bottom to get it to fit, that wasn't a big deal though. Still only took 15mins to install and I'm loving it a lot!!!!! Makes the throws so much shorter making it even more fun to drive. I will highly recommend the SSK from NST to anyone who drives a manaul xD or yaris. It's a must have for all who drives stick!

:D

Yang

Anyone have any idea what shifter bushing kit would work?

I got the GOLD ONE WOOT!!!! installing it was a bit troublesome i think it could just be me but it seem like the bottom of the piece was machined a little too some so i had to file off a bit of the bottom to get it to fit, that wasn't a big deal though. Still only took 15mins to install and I'm loving it a lot!!!!! Makes the throws so much shorter making it even more fun to drive. I will highly recommend the SSK from NST to anyone who drives a manaul xD or yaris. It's a must have for all who drives stick!

:D

Yang

That is very strange! We have sold over 100 of these pieces in the past couple years and I have yet to hear of any that did not fit perfectly!

Either way, I am happy to hear that you got it on there and are enjoying the results!!!


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Anyone have any idea what shifter bushing kit would work?


We are working on several new bushing designs over the next few weeks. We expect to have some new goodies available for you guys this fall.

Stay tuned!!!


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http://a218.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/9/l_3c07529c026406a125a74373cd98d699.jpg

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IllNist wrote:
I actualy have the NST and have had access to the TRD. Hands down NST for the win. Why do I say this? Cause NST is the kind of company that will end up producing more xD parts for us if they see a xD need.

Plus color options are cool and they are cool dudes who will talk you through any questions if you have any.

heres my DIY install if you missed it...

http://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=206836




NST is currently working on an all new "stage2" kit for the xD and the Yaris.

We are working on Shifter Cable Bushings for the xD and the Yaris.

And we are also working on new Shifter Cage Bushings for the xD and the Yaris.


Many, many thanks to those who have supported our brand and products, you are the reason we are doing more for your community. Good luck and have fun with all your projects!


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I pre ordered my 09 xd this past weekend. i am currently rounding up goodies to throw on when I take delivery. For the life of me I cant figure out how this makes the shifting shorter. I know some companys like B and M offer shorter rods for the tc and that makes sense to me. Can you please explain how this piece can shorten the distance that the throw needs to travel to change gears?

I pre ordered my 09 xd this past weekend. i am currently rounding up goodies to throw on when I take delivery. For the life of me I cant figure out how this makes the shifting shorter. I know some companys like B and M offer shorter rods for the tc and that makes sense to me. Can you please explain how this piece can shorten the distance that the throw needs to travel to change gears?

This piece changes where the cable attaches to the transmission linkage if I remember correctly. By changing this, it allows the travel to be shortened. It is the same concept as moving the fulcrum on the shifter itself to shorten the shifts, only the fulcrum is moved on the transmission linkage instead. Hopefully, that helps explain it.

Also, congrats on getting a new D. You'll love it.

I pre ordered my 09 xd this past weekend. i am currently rounding up goodies to throw on when I take delivery. For the life of me I cant figure out how this makes the shifting shorter. I know some companys like B and M offer shorter rods for the tc and that makes sense to me. Can you please explain how this piece can shorten the distance that the throw needs to travel to change gears?

This piece changes where the cable attaches to the transmission linkage if I remember correctly. By changing this, it allows the travel to be shortened. It is the same concept as moving the fulcrum on the shifter itself to shorten the shifts, only the fulcrum is moved on the transmission linkage instead. Hopefully, that helps explain it.

Also, congrats on getting a new D. You'll love it.

This is correct.

Also, you can check the following thread for hundreds of user reviews, comments, and replies regarding this same SSK on the Toyota Yaris... http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7535

Congrats on your new purchase. Good luck and have fun with all your projects!

:)

The short shift kit gets great reviews from our customers :)

NST is currently working on an all new "stage2" kit for the xD and the Yaris.
:)

Kit contents? Expected release data?

All this info will be made available during the next few weeks.

Stay tuned!!!

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All this info will be made available during the next few weeks.

Stay tuned!!!

:)

Should I wait to buy the SSK?

No you should not. Our next version will be compatible with the current NSTSSK08 that many people already own. The upcoming version will be a "stage2" type of upgrade.

NSTSSK08, the current version that you can buy now, will be easier to install and will reduce throws by more of a noticeable amount.

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Thanks, that is what I was hoping to hear.

Had my xD for 3 days. Got the SSK from www.g2autosports.com. Super fast shipping since I was pretty close. Put in the SSK today in about 2 minutes. Freakin love it. The car should come this way. If you are one the fence, just buy one. You will like it.

Freakin love it. The car should come this way..

Everyone says this same thing.

Glad you like your SSK. Enjoy :)

My sweet gold edition NST short shift is in my tC! LOVIN IT! Great product as always man! Feels so perfect now, could not live without one now!

Wow, thanks for the great step by step with clear instructions and pictures! I'm going to get this next!

Does installing this void any xd warranties?

A lot of you have this already...
http://shop.microimageonline.com/images/12122145508622120273905.jpeg

And some of you have been waiting for this...
http://www.nonstoptuning.com/images/NST%20SHIFT%20KITS/NSTSSK20b.JPG


Our new NSTSSK08-2, what we call the "stage2" upgrade, is now in stock and on sale on our website...
http://www.nonstoptuning.com/pShiftNSTpics.htm


Quick recap:

NSTSSK08 is our original SSK, the one many of you already own. This piece installs in about five minutes in the engine bay. You can literally use only your hands for this installation and removal. Roughly 30% reduction in throw.

NSTSSK08-2 is our new in-cabin SSK. This piece attaches to the bottom of the OEM stick and reduces throw without requiring the removal of the OEM stick. The height/location of the shift knob remains unchanged, something track drivers really enjoy. Installation requires the use of minor tools and roughly 30 minutes. Roughly 25% reduction in throw.

NSTSSK08 and NSTSSK08-2 CAN be combined for a super short throw!


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so can you use both to have a super short throw?

Yes you can.

Will you be offering both kits as a packaged deal possibly? and how about some pullies? :P ( i'm going to keep nagging about this :D )

Wow, I installed the engine bay SSK for now, the in-cabin SSK should be here Monday or Tuesday. What a difference. I'd say it's reduced by around 50% alone with the SSK, who knows how short it's going to get with the in-cabin SSK. I'm excited. Install, fit and finish were all extremely great. The car should come like this off the lot. No tractor shifter ftw!

Will you be offering both kits as a packaged deal possibly? and how about some pullies? :P ( i'm going to keep nagging about this :D )

We would love to build pulleys and other products for you in the future, but we can only do this if you guys support our current products.


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Wow, I installed the engine bay SSK for now, the in-cabin SSK should be here Monday or Tuesday. What a difference. I'd say it's reduced by around 50% alone with the SSK, who knows how short it's going to get with the in-cabin SSK. I'm excited. Install, fit and finish were all extremely great. The car should come like this off the lot. No tractor shifter ftw!


Thanks for the review buddy! Good luck and have fun with all your future projects.


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update:

New shifter cable bushings and shifter cage bushings are also on their way and should be available in mid August 2008.

Yet another batch of products developed by NST, tested and built in the USA, for your Scion xD.


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glad they are finally coming out..... wish I still had a manual.... Awesome products as always Mike!

Thank you for your continued help and support Joe, it is always much appreciated my friend. :)

NST, are you by any chance gonna sell an aftermarket shift boot too? I hate the OEM bellows, they collect crap! Anyone else know of any aftermarket boots?

NST, are you by any chance gonna sell an aftermarket shift boot too? I hate the OEM bellows, they collect crap! Anyone else know of any aftermarket boots?

Thank you for the interest and support SeattleGuy, I appreciate it.

We have no plans to sell boots at this time, I would suggest trying www.Garage1217.com or www.MicroImageOnline.com to see if they can point you in the right direction.

Thanks again, good luck and have fun with all your projects!

:)

I bought the TRD ssk and have found the gate throw almost too small - why would folks want to shrink it further?!

Also - NST doesn't offer the cable realignment plate necessary to reduce cable wear from the repositioning on the linkage ends.

I'll take the product engineered for the xD.









Wow, I installed the engine bay SSK for now, the in-cabin SSK should be here Monday or Tuesday. What a difference. I'd say it's reduced by around 50% alone with the SSK, who knows how short it's going to get with the in-cabin SSK. I'm excited. Install, fit and finish were all extremely great. The car should come like this off the lot. No tractor shifter ftw!


Thanks for the review buddy! Good luck and have fun with all your future projects.


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Also - NST doesn't offer the cable realignment plate necessary to reduce cable wear from the repositioning on the linkage ends.

That is actually something I noticed when installing it. The angles at which everything went back together were a little bit too much for me to be completely comfortable with, maybe in the future someone will sell these plates separately. Hint hint...

http://www.nonstoptuning.com/images/NSTShifterBushings/NSTSBKa.JPG http://www.nonstoptuning.com/images/NSTShifterBushings/NSTSBKb.JPG http://www.nonstoptuning.com/images/NSTShifterBushings/NSTSBKc.JPG

They're here!!! :biggrin: NEW NST Bushing Kits!!!

http://www.nonstoptuning.com/pShiftNSTbushings.htm

OEM rubber bushings found in many sport compacts today are intended to isolate the shifter from engine vibration. While they accomplish this, they also make the shifting action vague and rubbery. These shifter bushings are often soft, spongy rubber units that over time become worn, leading to shifter movement and miss-shifts.

NonStopTuning Shifter Bushings eliminate this numbness by replacing factory rubber bushings with carefully crafted stainless steel components. Precision engineered to remove all flexing common to rubber bushings, giving the driver full control over the shifter and transmission.

NST bushings are compatible with OEM shifters as well as aftermarket shifter kits.


SPECS AND BENEFITS:
Manual Transmission Shifter Bushing Kit
Firm Feel, More Precise Shifting,
Custom Appearance
Made in USA


NSTSBK08 is our new Shifter Cable Kit for the xD. These two bushings attach in the engine bay, where your cables meet the transmission. These bushings are often called the best bang for buck modification for any manual transmission car.

NSTSCB08 is our new Shifter Cage Kit for the xD. These four bushings install in the cabin and replace the rubber bushings at the bottom of the shifter cage. These bushings assist in keeping the cage in place, leading to a more direct feel from the shifter assembly.


To all of our AWESOME customers... this is what happens when you support NST, each of you can feel proud to have contributed in getting more great products built for your cars, by supporting our products and our brand!

Thank you for the continued help and support everyone, we certainly do appreciate it!

:burnrubber:

You are very welcome... couldnt resist posting up the most easy DIY install I ever did.

This is a VERY easy install because you didn't install the parts NST failed to include!

I did the same NST install with my TRD kit but was left with extra parts and instructions.

After asking some questions I received the same responses - "if Toyota engineered it, you better install it".

It took an extra hour, but I feel better that I paid for and installed the additional parts contained in the TRD kit.

NST may be a simple fix, but I don't get the impression that they are a real R&D company. They seem to be more smiles and sales - not so much substance.

I disagree, I have had to re-engineer more junk from TRD that I would ever want to do for any company. NST makes great stuff & a lot more that just smiles and sales. I know first hand after attending meets with NST, working with them to develope some key parts and so forth. Great overall company.

Last, NST did not "fail" to include the parts, they chose not to offer those parts. In my own XD, the tension on the cable was so light that I have no idea why TRD included the cable re-locater. No point really other than to take stress off the cable when you install it and have to lift it up and over the new pin. Just my 2 cents.

Sorry, but the before and after was noticeable. I drove without the alignment plate for two weeks before I decided that it was a good idea to do the install as Toyota intended. The difference is clear. Toyotas last forever because they are well built. You aren't going to convince me there isn't a reason or advantage to installing the full kit.

Bottom line, if you are on a budget - it's your car. The NST part certainly isn't going to ruin your car. I just prefer to do things the proper way.

I disagree, I have had to re-engineer more junk from TRD that I would ever want to do for any company. NST makes great stuff & a lot more that just smiles and sales. I know first hand after attending meets with NST, working with them to develope some key parts and so forth. Great overall company.

Last, NST did not "fail" to include the parts, they chose not to offer those parts. In my own XD, the tension on the cable was so light that I have no idea why TRD included the cable re-locater. No point really other than to take stress off the cable when you install it and have to lift it up and over the new pin. Just my 2 cents.

Interesting, I will build my own alignment plate and see what the difference is :) Hard to imagine with such little tension that I could feel it but time will tell.

Any update on the August 20 restock date posted on the website for the xD in-cabin SSK? Are they available again yet? I put my order in for one on the 18th, wondering how long of a wait it will be yet... Thanks!

Any update on the August 20 restock date posted on the website for the xD in-cabin SSK? Are they available again yet? I put my order in for one on the 18th, wondering how long of a wait it will be yet... Thanks!

September 10, 2008. All pre-orders will ship via USPS Priority Mail and Confirmation Numbers will be Emailed to customers ASAP.

Thank you for the continued help and support, we certainly do appreciate it!

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Any update on the August 20 restock date posted on the website for the xD in-cabin SSK? Are they available again yet? I put my order in for one on the 18th, wondering how long of a wait it will be yet... Thanks!

September 10, 2008. All pre-orders will ship via USPS Priority Mail and Confirmation Numbers will be Emailed to customers ASAP.

Thank you for the continued help and support, we certainly do appreciate it!

:)
Any comment on the plates?

sorry for the threadjack but is there gonna b a DIY for the 2 bushing kits installation on the xD?

i'm kinda clueless right now and don't want to mess anything up...

are these alignment plates dealing with the in-cabin kit or the engine bay kit? just ordered the engine bay kit and 2 bushing kit today! cant wait.

Engine bay kit..and I am mildly curious.

Got bushings from Garage! U tha man Jeremy! NST FTW! lol although i don't have the ssk and the bushing installed yet...i guess i'm gonna wait for a DIY on the bushings first...

anyone? any help? bushings?

ill write a lil' something when i get mine in a few days from now if no one else has. i have yet to really look and see what you all are talking about with the alignment plates, but im sure ill find out soon enough.

i was gonna just install the ssk for now...

i looked around and found one of the cable where one of the bushings go...its like directly under the intake tube...where does the other one go? i'm guessing where the ssk goes... but i want to make sure b4 i do it...

nvm i got the bushings and the ssk in...feel hella better than stock...it packs that little bit of resistance...

i was a bit scared that the bushing wouldn't fit into the ssk but it all worked out...

i kinda widened one of the snap rings too much...it still holds but its a but wide...
is it gonna b a prob? if so where can i get replacements?

ah, well, you beat me to it. but for anyone else thats wondering, heres the install for the 2 piece bushing kit:

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a149/mrtheandrew/Image001a.jpg

it was a pretty big PITA to get the bushing installed over the ssk simply because there isnt a whole lot of play in the shift linkage. also, the install is a little easier if you put the car in second gear. but the bushings make a big difference. i installed them just after i installed the ssk, and there was a decent change. its a little stiff, but it will break in just right in a little bit.

if you get the ssk, you might as well get the bushings at the same time since youll be down there working. now i just gotta find the perfect shift knob.

krazyscion, i would get a hold of mike at NST and see if they can ship you some. it shouldnt be a problem though, i had to stretch mine out to get them on as well... and the cotter pin is there to help hold it all together too. but if you are still concerned, NST should be able to send you some more.

right on man...

yea the bushing and ssk made a LOT of difference... i really like it :love:

hell ya! it feels like a totally different car now. im still a little sketchy on if its in first gear or not, still have to get used to it, but its nice!

yea! i wonder if the bushings in the cabin will make for a better feel? :ponder:

yea! i wonder if the bushings in the cabin will make for a better feel? :ponder:

That's why we build them :P

i kinda widened one of the snap rings too much...it still holds but its a but wide...
is it gonna b a prob? if so where can i get replacements?


It should not be a problem, but you can take your snap ring to your local parts stores such as Home Depot or Lowes and buy a replacement. These are cheap little pieces and buying one in your area would be cheaper than paying us to ship them out to you.

Thanks again for the kind words and the support of our products, good luck and have fun with all your projects!

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no prob, thank you guys for making such a sweet part! going through the gears is pure sex. yup, no lie.

the in cabin bushings require u to tear apart the shifter assembly does it? :S

The shifter cable bushings pictured above install in the engine bay.

The in-cabin bushings are installed at the bottom of the shifter cage, inside the car. You don't have to remove the OEM stick from the cage, simply unbolt the cage from the floor, install the NST cage bushings, and reinstall your cage.

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interesting!....i will get them when i see a DIY hehe... never messed with anything under shifter

The crappy feel is due to the cable binding on the original NST shifter kit. NST omits a significant part that ships with the TRD version. The TRD kit contains a cable realignment bracket which is significantly lighter than the stock hunk of iron. It positions the linkage cables to allow a smoother shift. I tried to do the conversion the NST way (without the plate) and was told I would notice a difference if I did it the "right" way. I was pleasantly surprised when, after installing the plate, I realized a smooth shift pattern once again. Neutral became intuitive again by feel rather than muddy and indistinct without the plate.

You get what you pay for I guess.




yea! i wonder if the bushings in the cabin will make for a better feel? :ponder:

That's why we build them :P

You get what you pay for I guess.

You should save yourself some repetative typing and just put that in your sig.

Ive got no problems with the way the NST kit feels, especially after putting the bushings in. After a few days, the shifting became even smoother, and now it feels great.

I am a member from Yarisworld, let me tell you , this is the cheapest, and yet at the same time , most influencing mods out there. High quality and amazing results!

Post up xd owners, I know you wil love it when you get it.

I hope so... Just ordered this part and can't wait to get it installed.

Just think, you could have done it the right way for less money!

C'mon mayn - lighten up.




You get what you pay for I guess.

You should save yourself some repetative typing and just put that in your sig.

Ive got no problems with the way the NST kit feels, especially after putting the bushings in. After a few days, the shifting became even smoother, and now it feels great.

well, i guess i made a mistake then by not doing it your way.

Installed the NST SSK on my 1 week old red xD this morning and it makes a huge difference. This is IMO the first thing everyone should do with a new xD. Makes it a lot more fun to drive.

Thank you for the kind words sir :)

You would have smoother shifts with a less "vague" neutral position if NST had included the cable realignment plate which TRD includes in their kit. I did it both ways and the TRD part is clearly smoother.

Installed the NST SSK on my 1 week old red xD this morning and it makes a huge difference. This is IMO the first thing everyone should do with a new xD. Makes it a lot more fun to drive.

You would have smoother shifts with a less "vague" neutral position if NST had included the cable realignment plate which TRD includes in their kit. I did it both ways and the TRD part is clearly smoother.

Installed the NST SSK on my 1 week old red xD this morning and it makes a huge difference. This is IMO the first thing everyone should do with a new xD. Makes it a lot more fun to drive.

Wow, I guess maybe I should have come on here and read what you posted four or five posts ago. Of course I did, and I also saw the other 6 pages of people saying they they have no problems with the NST piece and it works great (just like mine does). Maybe you just need to let it go?

amen to that, lol. ive got no problems finding neutral, or do i find it vague. shifts are very smooth and firm, feels great. maybe this guy works for TRD, thats all hes got installed on his car... dunno, but hes definitely got beef with NST, which needs to be taken elsewhere.

Just for the record, NST has no beef with PHATBLK. As far as I know, him and I have never spoken or met. I understand that he likes the TRD piece, and he has a right to his opinion as much as the rest of you.

That having been said... please continue to rock NST and keep providing the excellent feedback and reviews everyone. We certainly do appreciate it. And it is the positive comments and support that will ultimately determine what, if any, other products are offered for your application.

Good luck and have fun with all your projects everyone!

:)

Buddy, I am completely unaffected by your choices. For folks who are doing their homework, I am simply pointing out that there is a difference between the NST kit and the TRD kit. I have experienced first hand that there is a significant difference between using the re-alignment kit (included in the TRD kit) and the plate-less offering.

You can go the economy route - that is your decision. I really don't care if you are loyal to NST or not. I am simply reporting the facts.

I suspect you would agree if you tested the two products head to head. YES, the TRD install is more difficult and I reluctantly performed it; now I understand why the realignment plate was included.

Have you heard NST comment that "it gets better with time"? They are referring to cable / housing wear.

It's your money. As I said before, I am completely unaffected by someone else's decisions!



You would have smoother shifts with a less "vague" neutral position if NST had included the cable realignment plate which TRD includes in their kit. I did it both ways and the TRD part is clearly smoother.

Installed the NST SSK on my 1 week old red xD this morning and it makes a huge difference. This is IMO the first thing everyone should do with a new xD. Makes it a lot more fun to drive.

Wow, I guess maybe I should have come on here and read what you posted four or five posts ago. Of course I did, and I also saw the other 6 pages of people saying they they have no problems with the NST piece and it works great (just like mine does). Maybe you just need to let it go?

and we are completely unaffected by your choices, so let it go.

Our new SSK-2 and Bushings Kits are all in stock and ready for immediate delivery again.
You can check them out here...

http://www.nonstoptuning.com/pShiftNST.htm

http://www.nonstoptuning.com/pShiftNSTbushings.htm

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Got mine in with the bushings also. I had to sand down the edge on my SSK because my shift linkage had a manufacturer defect from Toyota :( All in all, works awesome, feels like a race car :D Clutch and shifter feel solid. Can't wait til i get stage II and the cage bushings

Anyone else? SSK and SSK-2 are in stock and ready for immediate shipping and reviews!

:)

I installed my SSK following the instructions provided. Very simple install. My only recommendation is to shift into reverse to extend the shift arm out from under the battery as far as possible. GREAT POST! Thanks for the help!

Thanks for the kind words B1GP1MP1N !!!
Good luck and have fun with all your projects :)

Anyone else?

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pix's of the ssk-2?

pix's of the ssk-2?

http://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=219725&postdays=0&postorder=asc&&start=0


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i got mine today... had to get the cutting wheel out to shave part of the side because it was hitting the shifter linkage.. after that it dropped right in. a 5 min install took me 15 mins, no biggy but glad it wasn't a huge debacle for install

i got mine today... had to get the cutting wheel out to shave part of the side because it was hitting the shifter linkage.. after that it dropped right in. a 5 min install took me 15 mins, no biggy but glad it wasn't a huge debacle for install


It seems like some of the factory linkage looks different in the newer models, which leads to this issue.

I'm glad to hear that you got yours in, and we will look to resolve this issue with our next batch.


Anyone else?

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Why don't you guys include the additional parts that the toyota unit has?





i got mine today... had to get the cutting wheel out to shave part of the side because it was hitting the shifter linkage.. after that it dropped right in. a 5 min install took me 15 mins, no biggy but glad it wasn't a huge debacle for install


It seems like some of the factory linkage looks different in the newer models, which leads to this issue.

I'm glad to hear that you got yours in, and we will look to resolve this issue with our next batch.


Anyone else?

:)

I added this as a Tech article. Nice write up. May be considering this for my g/f's new xD when we get it.

This SSK is now in stock and ready for immediate shipping via USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation.

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So i already have the TRD quickshifter, what else could i add to the shifter to make it feel more sporty without replacing any parts of the TRD quickshift?

[sorry for the noob question]

get the NST bushings for sure!

get the NST bushings for sure!

Yes sir! Right here...
http://www.nonstoptuning.com/pShiftNSTbushings.htm

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mike, i've already got the under the hood SSK and the cable bushings from you guys, they're great. no complaints. recomend graphite powder for a lubricant for the SSK for a little exrta smoothness. my questions is, the two SSK kits on the site. noticed one is in the bay, one is inside. the interior one, is it a classic SS, as in a lower/shorter shifter? thanks

mike, i've already got the under the hood SSK and the cable bushings from you guys, they're great. no complaints. recomend graphite powder for a lubricant for the SSK for a little exrta smoothness. my questions is, the two SSK kits on the site. noticed one is in the bay, one is inside. the interior one, is it a classic SS, as in a lower/shorter shifter? thanks

Thanks bud!

The IN-CABIN SSK is an attachment, added to the OEM stick. This piece does not lower the height of the stick, but does shorten throw. This is something that the true track enthusiast really appreciates, and it also works very very well on the street.

Visit this page for more info....
http://www.subcompactculture.com/2009/01/review-and-installation-nst-short.html

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For anyone who may be interested in an independent review of all NST shifter components...

http://www.subcompactculture.com/2009/01/review-and-installation-nst-short.html


http://2.bp.blogspot.com/__9TTj0s27Vk/SX81j-8NXKI/AAAAAAAAAwQ/PDylCY_lHyQ/s1600/NST%2BDrivetrain%2BComponents.jpg


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can you put both the stage one and stage 2 at the same time??????

can you put both the stage one and stage 2 at the same time??????

Yes you can. As I stated in my reply just above yours, please visit the following link...

http://www.subcompactculture.com/2009/01/review-and-installation-nst-short.html

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wish I would have had a chance to use these b4 the Yaris got all smashed up

Long time no see BlackYaris!!!

I finally put in the order for the SSK. I don't know why I waited so long. I may end up getting in in cabin as well.

Our IN-CABIN kits and bushings are in stock and available!!!

Hi NST guys...

Any short shifters for the XB 2008+ yet? Apart from TRD I can't seem to find a single other.

Hi NST guys...

Any short shifters for the XB 2008+ yet? Apart from TRD I can't seem to find a single other.

Unfortunately, no. We tried a while back and the xB community did not embrace the idea so we left it alone.