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Old Feb 28, 2008 | 04:23 PM
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Just wanted to let everyone know that the TRD Quickshifter for the 2008 Scion xB is NOW available.

Part No. PTR46-52080
MSRP $145.00



*TRD Quick Shifter reduces shift throw by up to 35% providing a sportier more responsive feel.

*Installs in about 45 minutes with no drilling or special tools required.

*Uses OE shift lever and ****.
Old Feb 28, 2008 | 04:33 PM
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Old Feb 28, 2008 | 08:29 PM
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alread ordered will be here tuesday and will install same day
Old Feb 29, 2008 | 09:38 PM
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whos got it for sale?
Old Feb 29, 2008 | 10:23 PM
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whos got it for sale?
http://sparkstoyota.com/TRD.aspx

just ordered mine from them. $115 plus shipping/handling.
Old Feb 29, 2008 | 11:41 PM
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Is that all it is just those two pieces? I was expecting it to be like a complete short shifter assembly. Will the shifter be shorter or will it stay the same but reduce the throws?
Old Feb 29, 2008 | 11:55 PM
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I think it's something similar to the short shifter for the xD that NST makes.

https://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=206836
Old Mar 1, 2008 | 12:38 AM
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From the first post, sounds like it's the same shifter, just the pieces underside of the boot will change. I'm looking to shorten my shifter too, not just the throws.
Old Mar 1, 2008 | 08:02 PM
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the shifter WILL stay the same. the 2 blocks change the pull/push ratio of the shift cables by changing the leverage point. i'd like mine shortened too and can do it at work, but i'd like to see how this helps things out first.
Old Mar 2, 2008 | 12:19 AM
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seen a guy somewhere just take a dye to his shifter to lengthen the threads an inch and a half and cut the top inch and ahalf off
Old Mar 3, 2008 | 03:56 AM
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does it come with shift ****?
the accessories catlog shows that it comes with the shift ****.
Old Mar 3, 2008 | 10:46 PM
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that would be sweet for the price, but i didn't see anything on sparks that said it came with one... but, when i get it, i'll let everyone know. i emailed ken from sparks today and he said that he's awaiting his shipment from the manufacturer and then he'll ship mine (and i'm sure a bunch of others) out.
Old Mar 4, 2008 | 09:06 PM
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i just put a hack saw to mine and its perfect...sits nice and cozy in the shift boot...short and eazy...
Old Mar 5, 2008 | 12:07 AM
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I doubt that it will come with a new **** seeing that the first post says it uses the OEM lever and ****.
Old Mar 5, 2008 | 05:08 AM
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Originally Posted by cincinfocal
i just put a hack saw to mine and its perfect...sits nice and cozy in the shift boot...short and eazy...
how much did u cut off. what about the threads?
Old Mar 5, 2008 | 06:26 AM
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ordered from trdsparks... i really hope it doesn't come with a **** because i ordered the leather wrapped **** w/ it :\
Old Mar 5, 2008 | 02:08 PM
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I will post pictures when I install mine, should be Thursday. I am looking to mod the lever if it sticks at the same height as stock.
Old Mar 5, 2008 | 04:05 PM
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well this "quick shifter" doesn't change anything on the interior of the car.. so the lever will be at the same height. it just changes how long the throw is at the actual transmission end

Here's a link to the install pdf from trdsparks:
http://trdsparks.com/install/PTR46-52080inst.pdf
Old Mar 7, 2008 | 04:07 PM
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Well mine hasn't arrived yet. So I will not be able to get to the install til next Thursday.
Old Mar 7, 2008 | 04:24 PM
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same here it is on back order i wont be getting it till 3/12



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