Softer Shifter?

RuB_MyZZteR · 08-18-2011, 04:44 PM

Hey guys, I've had by 2009 370Z Nismo for more than a month now and have a problem that I can't get over. The shifter is way too stiff for my liking and it's a hastle going from gear to gear.

I used to drive a 04' Jetta GLI with a 6 speed transmition for 3 years and that had such a smoother shifter, so I can't get myself to adjust to the Nissans.

Are there any aftermarket shifters I can get that are actually SOFTER than the soft one? Or possibly an aftermarket short shifter that is adjustable?

I would really appreciate it if you guys can help. And yes you can call me a wimp for wanting to make my shifter softer.

Thanx

IDZRVIT · 08-18-2011, 04:57 PM

LOL, go back to a 'girly' car!!! In all seriousness, there is nothing hard about the shifter in this car. My 'vette has a smoother shift than the Z but a little stiffer clutch pedal. Can't always have it both ways. Some here will agree with you though but comparing this shifter to a VW? C'mon, really.

RuB_MyZZteR · 08-18-2011, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by IDZRVIT

LOL, go back to a 'girly' car!!! In all seriousness, there is nothing hard about the shifter in this car. My 'vette has a smoother shift than the Z but a little stiffer clutch pedal. Can't always have it both ways. Some here will agree with you though but comparing this shifter to a VW? C'mon, really.

Hey, my VDUB could spank most of the 370z's here and I didn't need a rock hard shifter to do it

And in all seriousness, I was looking for some help, not bashing

cruzmisl · 08-18-2011, 06:24 PM

You'll get used to it bro

KingZee · 08-18-2011, 06:29 PM

Yeah Rub, just takes some getting used to.

SPOHN · 08-18-2011, 06:53 PM

It's not all that bad. First to second seems to be the pain, after that it's good to go for myself.

KingZee · 08-18-2011, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by SPOHN

It's not all that bad. First to second seems to be the pain, after that it's good to go for myself.

Pretty much, the helper spring helps with the 1st - 2nd.

Clutch pedal too soft/no feel? Remove the helper spring!

SPOHN · 08-18-2011, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by KingZee

Pretty much, the helper spring helps with the 1st - 2nd.

Clutch pedal too soft/no feel? Remove the helper spring!

Defiantly. I have that also.

christian370z · 08-18-2011, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by SPOHN

It's not all that bad. First to second seems to be the pain, after that it's good to go for myself.

^This, the spread between 1st and 2nd gear makes it a bit of an annoyance since you just have to take your time to get a smooth shift. 3-6th are much nicer to work with since the gearing is more closely spaced. The shifts are a little notchy too but not excessively so, I personally will replace my trans fluid with some Redline soon since some have reported smoother shifting with it.

seungklee · 08-19-2011, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by christian370z

^This, the spread between 1st and 2nd gear makes it a bit of an annoyance since you just have to take your time to get a smooth shift. 3-6th are much nicer to work with since the gearing is more closely spaced. The shifts are a little notchy too but not excessively so, I personally will replace my trans fluid with some Redline soon since some have reported smoother shifting with it.

^This...let us know how the Redline MT transmission oil is! I was thinking about this too!

RuB_MyZZteR · 08-19-2011, 02:45 AM

thanx for the help so far guys

I think ill take out the helper spring in the clutch, change the tranny fluid, and possibly buy new clutch lines and see if that works out.

08-18-2011, 04:44 PM	#1 (permalink)
RuB_MyZZteR Base Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Glendale Posts: 236 Drives: 2009 MB NISMO #370 Rep Power: 14	Softer Shifter? Hey guys, I've had by 2009 370Z Nismo for more than a month now and have a problem that I can't get over. The shifter is way too stiff for my liking and it's a hastle going from gear to gear. I used to drive a 04' Jetta GLI with a 6 speed transmition for 3 years and that had such a smoother shifter, so I can't get myself to adjust to the Nissans. Are there any aftermarket shifters I can get that are actually SOFTER than the soft one? Or possibly an aftermarket short shifter that is adjustable? I would really appreciate it if you guys can help. And yes you can call me a wimp for wanting to make my shifter softer. Thanx

08-18-2011, 04:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
IDZRVIT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Halifax Posts: 1,659 Drives: '13 CTS-V, '76 Vette Rep Power: 27	LOL, go back to a 'girly' car!!! In all seriousness, there is nothing hard about the shifter in this car. My 'vette has a smoother shift than the Z but a little stiffer clutch pedal. Can't always have it both ways. Some here will agree with you though but comparing this shifter to a VW? C'mon, really. __________________ "America.... still builds rockets!" Vette: 355 cid, 400 rwhp '13 CTS-V Coupe: 6.2L LSA, 556HP

08-18-2011, 06:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
cruzmisl Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hillsboro, OR Posts: 122 Drives: 08 G37S 6MT Rep Power: 15	You'll get used to it bro __________________ 2008 G37S - Mods: Car Freshner - Coconut

08-18-2011, 06:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
KingZee A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Glendale, CA Age: 41 Posts: 2,612 Drives: Focus ST Rep Power: 423	Yeah Rub, just takes some getting used to. __________________ Focus ST

08-18-2011, 06:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
SPOHN A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Covington, GA Age: 46 Posts: 14,844 Drives: Waiting on next Z Rep Power: 221	It's not all that bad. First to second seems to be the pain, after that it's good to go for myself. __________________

08-19-2011, 02:45 AM	#11 (permalink)
RuB_MyZZteR Base Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Glendale Posts: 236 Drives: 2009 MB NISMO #370 Rep Power: 14	thanx for the help so far guys I think ill take out the helper spring in the clutch, change the tranny fluid, and possibly buy new clutch lines and see if that works out.

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