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Quick shift for bay bus?

https://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/threads/46110/quick-shift-for-bay-bus

helbus ·

I want to fit a close ratio shifter to the Helbus.

I have looked on the Flat 4 website and they don't list a type 2 elimimator shifter.

Comments appreciated on these or other brands. Scat, Empi?

The shifter must be suitable for a bus, and do not want a shifter with a big T handle.

I have rung some places and get varying answers, so I thought I would get some feedback from owners who have had them fitted.

MickH ·

Get a SCAT one from Custom Offroad....works well for me!! You could always unscrew the "T" handle and install something else?

helbus ·

I like the look of the Empi shifter.

http://www2.cip1.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=ACC%2DC20%2D3593

Is the Scat one similar?

helbus ·

Hmm this is a Scat one?

http://www2.cip1.com/PhotoGallery.asp?ProductCode=C15%2D80503

Not so keen on the extra handle for rev lockout.

pyr0 ·

i have the empi one its awesome 👍 really easy to fit and shortens the shift throw by alot, not to mentions tightend the gear stick feel as well (less slop)

bus914 ·

there's always the $10 quick shift kit, that retains your original shifter. you don't need to cut the floor mat either.

helbus ·

Hmmm I do like the look of the empi one, and it would be good to have all new parts.

Lobus, can you get a closer shot of how much of the mat you had to cut? Or anyone?

Our mat has a couple of cracks just around the shifter anyway.

pyr0 ·

the bigger hole isnt too large i think i cut mine at 2-3cm each side 👍

helbus ·

Lobus, You going to DOVW? If so I will check out your shifter there.

Brad ·

I have a Scat one and have found them to be the best on the market for the money. If you get a Empi one make sure you have a look at the quality of it. In particular the wire that goes to the reverse lock out from the trigger. I have had a few brake and leave people without reverse, that is one big advantage on the Scat it has a solid shaft running to the lock out plate.

helbus ·

Can the T be removed and a ball put on ?
Mick H wrote:Get a SCAT one from Custom Offroad....works well for me!! You could always unscrew the "T" handle and install something else?

MickH ·

Helbus wrote:Can the T be removed and a ball put on ?
Mick H wrote:Get a SCAT one from Custom Offroad....works well for me!! You could always unscrew the "T" handle and install something else?
Yes.

vwtyp2 ·

go the Scat.
2nd best there is.