short shifter

[joshuabray]

Does anyone have the instructions on how to make the shifter a short shifter without buying the pacesetter kit?

[SmokyMcGee]

I needed something to hold me over till I got a pacesetter....so I cut the shifter with a saw..then i got a shorter shift knob..which was a b---- to tighten because I just cut all the thread away, plus you have to shave the sides to be thinner becuase its too thick to fit any shift knob onto. I had to tighten it by using the scuzzies (tiny screws) it comes with and electrical tape...all in all.. its really not worth it..go buy the pacesetter. good luck

[acreves]

Pull the shifter out of the car. Cut the shaft under the ball. Weld an extra inch or so into place. Put it back in the car. I believe that one inch reduced the throw by about 30%. I can't remember who's page has the directions but there isn't much to it.