To the best of my knowledge, there are three possibilities for reducing the manual shift throw in our cars (i.e. sportier shift action). They are:

1. TRD Quick Shifter -- transmission mounted mod that reduces fore/aft shift throw by about 30% and increases resistance to that throw accordingly. Many have removed the Quick Shifter after purchase due to notchiness. (Doesn't change side-to-side shift throw or **** height.)

2. Axxtion shift kit -- transmission mounted mod that reduces the fore/aft shift throw by about 50% and increases resistance to that throw accordingly. Seems to be relatively few purchasers thanks to the high resistance and resulting tendency to overshoot neutral when shifting -- plus the notchiness is even greater. (Doesn't change side-to-side shift throw or **** height.)

3. Shortened Shift Lever -- shift console mod that reduces both fore/aft and side-to-side shift throw by about 14% and increases resistance to fore/aft shift throw accordingly (side-to-side resistance can stay near unchanged). Also reduces shift **** height making for a more comfortable reach for the driver and a more sporty appearance. No notchiness issues.

I personally went with the shortened shift lever and really like it.

(original)


(shortened)


(installed -- OE boot, sorry about the blue cast)

(installed -- alternative boot)

 

BTW -- The short shifter is available at an introductory price of $99 with free shipping within the contiguous U.S. states and I'll pay $25 for a good condition original shifter assembly

 

I picked one of these up from Trevor and its expected to be delivered this week. I will be sure to post up my thoughts once I have it installed in the car and drive for a few days.

Thanks again Trevor!!

 

I was the guinea pig.. here's the DIY for the shifter.


CHECK IT OUT!


https://www.scionlife.com/forums/sho...12#post3724312


I absolutely LOVE it!!! thanks Trevor for making it!!!!