Coolerworx Shifter Assembly (Dealers)

redondoaveb · 08-12-2018, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by NorthStyle

Indeed. I'd definitely recommend anyone who's interested in this to purchase and upgraded tranny mount. I upgraded mine when I changed the clutch/CSC/CMC/pedal so I'm ahead of the curve. On the other hand, due to the way the assembly is put together, there is enough give where I don't think most people would be put off by it. I'd still recommend it.

Haven't driven it yet since I've been relocating my O2 sensor since before I had it coming through the dust boot. However, just going through the gears when I was setting up the lockout it... how should I phrase this... It ***** all over the TWM. I mean, this thing is the Kobe beef of shifters.

The instructions I received were partially written and partially pictures. I had to take those, plus the instructions/pictures Nik sent me and combine them along with what I had done to make it complete. Neither of theirs had assembly instructions, though.

From what I can tell, he does plan on making a new plate but when and whether or not he plans to replace/reimburse the "V1" customers I do not know. I sent him pictures, measurements and suggestions on what I thought could be improved (making the plate a semi-H form) and he seemed very receptive to what I was saying so the ball is in his court.

Did you replace your tranny mount with a solid aluminum or urethane?

Can't wait to hear what your impression is when you get it back on the road!

The instructions and pictures you posted seem pretty complete, do you think I would need anything additional from Coolerworx?

Yeah, I'm sure mine will be installed before a newer version plate will be out anyway.

NorthStyle · 08-12-2018, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by redondoaveb

Did you replace your tranny mount with a solid aluminum or urethane?

Can't wait to hear what your impression is when you get it back on the road!

The instructions and pictures you posted seem pretty complete, do you think I would need anything additional from Coolerworx?

Yeah, I'm sure mine will be installed before a newer version plate will be out anyway.

Sorry, I could've swore I replied to this earlier but I guess I typed it then went to another page on my phone...

I upgraded to a Z1 urethane transmission mount.

I drove the Z back/forth to work since I forgot to shoot my boss an email on Friday but from the short drive I love the way it feels. Don't get me wrong, I loved the TWM but I love this one that much more...

Honestly, you shouldn't need anything else beyond what I put. However, if you have any issues during the install feel free to reply here or PM me and I'll help you out if I'm able.

If you plan on installing it within the next few weeks then most likely, yes. Not sure if/when the updated version will be out...

redondoaveb · 08-12-2018, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by NorthStyle

Sorry, I could've swore I replied to this earlier but I guess I typed it then went to another page on my phone...

I upgraded to a Z1 urethane transmission mount.

I drove the Z back/forth to work since I forgot to shoot my boss an email on Friday but from the short drive I love the way it feels. Don't get me wrong, I loved the TWM but I love this one that much more...

Honestly, you shouldn't need anything else beyond what I put. However, if you have any issues during the install feel free to reply here or PM me and I'll help you out if I'm able.

If you plan on installing it within the next few weeks then most likely, yes. Not sure if/when the updated version will be out...

I'm going to go ahead and order the Z1 urethane mount too, the urethane one seems to be the more popular choice over the solid mount.

Glad to hear you're really happy with it so far. Any minor shift pin lock out adjustmemts needed?

After reading your instructions, it looks pretty straight forward, it wouldn't have been otherwise. Thanks for offering your assistance if I run into problems.

My car is in the shop getting supercharger mods done and then goes into Specialty Z on Sept. 4th for re-tune. At this stage I'll probably wait until I get it back from tune to install the shifter. Maybe I'll contact Coolworx and see if and when they think they might have a new plate fabricated. How did you contact Donatas at Coolerworx?

NorthStyle · 08-13-2018, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by redondoaveb

I'm going to go ahead and order the Z1 urethane mount too, the urethane one seems to be the more popular choice over the solid mount.

Glad to hear you're really happy with it so far. Any minor shift pin lock out adjustmemts needed?

After reading your instructions, it looks pretty straight forward, it wouldn't have been otherwise. Thanks for offering your assistance if I run into problems.

My car is in the shop getting supercharger mods done and then goes into Specialty Z on Sept. 4th for re-tune. At this stage I'll probably wait until I get it back from tune to install the shifter. Maybe I'll contact Coolworx and see if and when they think they might have a new plate fabricated. How did you contact Donatas at Coolerworx?

After the initial adjustment I haven't changed it but I'll probably check it again in a week or so just to be sure.

No problem, helping out is what the forum is for. Just doing my part since I've used the DIYs others have posted.

To contact them, I just sent them a message on Facebook. He's usually pretty quick to reply.

NorthStyle · 08-13-2018, 04:57 PM

...speaking of which, I spoke with Donatas today and he's completed the rendering of the new 370z mounting plate using the information I provided him with. He's sending me a version to test fit and once I confirm, he'll begin the producing the aluminum production version.

redondoaveb · 08-13-2018, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by NorthStyle

...speaking of which, I spoke with Donatas today and he's completed the rendering of the new 370z mounting plate using the information I provided him with. He's sending me a version to test fit and once I confirm, he'll begin the producing the aluminum production version.

Good to see that he jumped right on this. Maybe I'll hold off on installing mine until I see if I can get the upgraded plate. Thanks for all you're doing to make this happen.

redondoaveb · 08-13-2018, 07:57 PM

Got my shifter today.

Ventruck · 05-19-2019, 03:07 PM

I am a little hung up by the removal of the brace in terms of long term reliability. From pics I see the bracket mounts solely to the transmission, and not any other structural point. Would it theoretically just be adding more stress (not necessarily a crazy amount) to the body surface this shifter mounts on?

NorthStyle · 05-19-2019, 04:14 PM

Theoretically, yes. But unless someone's transmission (and possibly engine and differential) mounts have that much play in them, I don't foresee it adding too much stress.

trangalang · 08-12-2019, 12:15 AM

Hate to revive an old thread, but I just installed my Coolerworx shifter last week with the revised V2 plate that's designed for the 370z. No need to drill any holes! Although I do recommend purchasing new M6 bolts as the OEM bolts will only hold the mounting plate in place by 3 or so threads.

One issue that I did run into - the rubber dust boot that covers the linkage underneath the car will not remain in place, as it is originally held up by the shifter bracket/brace that is removed when the Coolerworx unit is installed.

I started feeling vibration in 2nd gear but it eventually smoothed out as I crawled to a stop. This was from the dust boot dangling freely and dragging itself against the driveshaft.

@NorthStyle - Not sure if you ran into this issue as well. But I looked at your photos and it looks like you re-installed the linkage but chose to not install the dust boot cover?

madwi · 08-12-2019, 02:38 AM

I don’t have the dust cover installed either.

JARblue · 08-12-2019, 08:29 AM

Any concerns on that? I've had my Z on plenty of dusty dirt/gravel roads in the past. No longer my DD, so probably not as much of a concern in the future, but I certainly wouldn't want debris getting up into the shifter assembly. Is the coolerworx assembly better protected from the stock assembly such that the dust boot isn't necessary?

NorthStyle · 08-12-2019, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by trangalang

@NorthStyle - Not sure if you ran into this issue as well. But I looked at your photos and it looks like you re-installed the linkage but chose to not install the dust boot cover?

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Any concerns on that? I've had my Z on plenty of dusty dirt/gravel roads in the past. No longer my DD, so probably not as much of a concern in the future, but I certainly wouldn't want debris getting up into the shifter assembly. Is the coolerworx assembly better protected from the stock assembly such that the dust boot isn't necessary?

I didn't reinstall the dust cover on mine. The way the Coolerworx assembly is setup, I don't see how any dust/dirt/grime would affect it since the clearances betwen the moving parts are so tight. Beyond that, there is a small dust boot on it anyway to protect the assembly and I also reused the OEM rubber cover (inside the cabin) to prevent any additional noise/dust from coming in.

redondoaveb · 08-12-2019, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by NorthStyle

I didn't reinstall the dust cover on mine. The way the Coolerworx assembly is setup, I don't see how any dust/dirt/grime would affect it since the clearances betwen the moving parts are so tight. Beyond that, there is a small dust boot on it anyway to protect the assembly and I also reused the OEM rubber cover (inside the cabin) to prevent any additional noise/dust from coming in.

^^^^^This

milmast · 08-12-2019, 11:45 PM

So at this point, the problems with the shifter have been resolved? To the guys that have installed them, do you have any final interior pics. I'm really leaning towards getting one

08-13-2018, 04:57 PM	#35 (permalink)
NorthStyle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Deutschland + SC/FL USA Posts: 1,256 Drives: 2011 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 24277	...speaking of which, I spoke with Donatas today and he's completed the rendering of the new 370z mounting plate using the information I provided him with. He's sending me a version to test fit and once I confirm, he'll begin the producing the aluminum production version. Hotrodz, Ghostvette, JTM88 and 3 others like this.

05-19-2019, 04:14 PM	#39 (permalink)
NorthStyle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Deutschland + SC/FL USA Posts: 1,256 Drives: 2011 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 24277	Theoretically, yes. But unless someone's transmission (and possibly engine and differential) mounts have that much play in them, I don't foresee it adding too much stress. Hotrodz and Ventruck like this.

08-12-2019, 08:29 AM	#42 (permalink)
JARblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Austin, TX Age: 43 Posts: 36,450 Drives: 11 Z34, 98 E36 M3 Rep Power: 2684440	Any concerns on that? I've had my Z on plenty of dusty dirt/gravel roads in the past. No longer my DD, so probably not as much of a concern in the future, but I certainly wouldn't want debris getting up into the shifter assembly. Is the coolerworx assembly better protected from the stock assembly such that the dust boot isn't necessary? __________________ 2011 370Z 6MT Sport Gun Metallic \| ARC \| CJM \| Ecutek \| FI \| Fujimura \| R2C \| SPL \| Stillen \| TWM \| Z1 \| ZSpeed \|

08-12-2019, 11:45 PM	#45 (permalink)
milmast Base Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 84 Drives: '14 370Z TS Rep Power: 7	So at this point, the problems with the shifter have been resolved? To the guys that have installed them, do you have any final interior pics. I'm really leaning towards getting one redondoaveb likes this. __________________ Z34 TS \| R56 JCW \| CS1 EX-L \| FB6 Si YouTube: milmast => http://goo.gl/1BsLa9 Instagram: milmast => http://goo.gl/8MWPBK

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