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> RennShift spring option, read this if you have a RennShift
JWest
post Sep 11 2003, 12:40 PM
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Hey guys, due to the recent request for heavier springs, I now have replacements available.

The RennShift takes about 7 lbs. at the knob to move side-to-side. I have found this to be well liked by many people, but some may prefer stiffer springs.

I now have additional springs available that increase the load to about 13 lbs. at the knob. The stock shifters I have measured vary a LOT, from 9 to 12 lbs. for the most part.

These springs can be used on one or both sides, and drop in quickly with the removal of 2 screws at the top of the shift housing. The original torx screws can be a bit of a pain, so socket-head allen screws will also be included.

I have used many different variations in my own car, and I like the lighter springs best.

If you want the heavier springs, send me a PM and I will send a pair out to you.
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post Sep 11 2003, 12:41 PM
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James, I'm up for a set. Where do I send the $?

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Brad Roberts
post Sep 11 2003, 12:42 PM
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What was in what you just sent me ??

I think you will find only the tailshift guy's looking for heavier springs (more linkage to spring back than a sideshift car)


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post Sep 11 2003, 01:00 PM
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You got the normal ones, Brad. I JUST got the specs finalized and will have springs tomorrow to send out.

Sean, these are gratis for all past cutomers, and will be included (in the box) with all new RennShifters so the customer will have the option to use the ones they prefer.
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Brad Roberts
post Sep 11 2003, 01:07 PM
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I teased a few people with ones you sent me. It should equal 3-4 more sales over the next week or so.



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post Sep 11 2003, 02:30 PM
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James, after about 25 track days I can say Id like heavier springs. In the heat of the moment ive somehow got the shifter into the R-1 plane... not good when Im trying to grab second.

Ill pm with my addy.
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post Sep 11 2003, 02:38 PM
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I just installed my Rennshift and would like the heavier springs.

I guess I got used to the Weiltmeister spring kit that I added to my stock shifter and they just sprung the lever into second and away I went.
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post Sep 11 2003, 03:15 PM
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QUOTE(Brad Roberts @ Sep 11 2003, 10:42 AM)
I think you will find only the tailshift guy's looking for heavier springs (more linkage to spring back than a sideshift car)

preference thing i suppose --
i have a 911 (NO linkage to speak of...) and i want the heavier springs.

i have no trouble keeping the lever in the 4-5 plane, and i have no trouble upshifting 3->4 - the ergonomics helps you there. i -do- want the shifter to find its way back into the 2-3 plane when i am downshifting 4->3. i'm only a little concerned that i'll hit 1st (never happened, i don't think it will) but i have found 5th instead of 3rd a couple of times (chug - chug - chug).

donno - maybe it's that big heavy MoMo shift ball affecting the lever dynamics...
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post Sep 11 2003, 05:34 PM
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James,

I too would appreciate the heavier springs if its not a problem.

Do you still have mailing addresses or need these resent to you?

I would be COMPLETELY willing to pay for them..
at the very least let people send something to cover shipping costs?

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post Sep 11 2003, 08:59 PM
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I am really pleased with my shifter (18% sideshifter) so far with the original springs; but I only have a few hours on it and I'm assuming it might loosen up further over time? So
I suppose it would not hurt at all to go stiffer on the 1-R plane but I personally don't think I'd change the 4-5 plane.

I think it would be "more than fair" for us to chip in at least shipping costs, James.
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post Sep 12 2003, 06:49 AM
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QUOTE(campbellcj @ Sep 11 2003, 06:59 PM)
I think it would be "more than fair" for us to chip in at least shipping costs...

i agree, and have communicated with James offlist...

he did mention that he could use a few more cores, so if you've got a parts car with a few shifters banging around in the trunk, he can put them to good use reincarnated as RennShifters...

BTW - RennShift's PayPal address is paypal@rennshift.com so it's pretty easy to send as much as you want ...
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post Sep 12 2003, 08:01 AM
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Please put me on the list for new springs. I will be installing my shifter this month (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

It seems like most would like the heavier spring so maybe that is the route I should go with mine.

QUESTION:
What is the downside of installing heavier springs?

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post Sep 12 2003, 08:17 AM
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Good question Kerry. There is no downside to the heavier springs, except it gives a more "notchy" feel to shifting. But it does define the gates more, so I can see that it might be desired for track use. The heavier springs are more like the stock shifter, so if you are used to that then it may take some time to get used to the lighter springs.

I prefer the lighter springs, and the early feedback I received was positive on them.

The recent thread on this board was the first mention of wanting stiffer springs, so that is why I did not have them until now.
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post Sep 12 2003, 09:27 AM
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Damn.. I just realized I owe you 3-4 cores.. damn.. no wonder I have so many shifters sitting around.

James... alot of people wont say anything to you about wanting stiffer springs. The reason I asked: I tested the WEVO shifter for over a month and the springs on that shifter "weakened" after several hundred shifts. Hayden told me straight out "it will get weaker with time".

Lets help him out and send him al the cores we have lying around.


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post Sep 12 2003, 09:38 AM
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Brad, You've got the shifter from the white car up there. Either you can send it back or stick in the trunk and I'll ship it when I get the car back.
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post Sep 12 2003, 09:40 AM
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Um.. why ?? Whats wrong with the shifter ?? Why would i send it back ?



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post Sep 12 2003, 09:42 AM
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uhh, the core....uhhh, hello!
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post Sep 12 2003, 09:48 AM
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QUOTE(James Adams @ Sep 12 2003, 06:17 AM)
I prefer the lighter springs, and the early feedback I received was positive on them.

it was great out of the box; i'm just trying to restore that feeling. donno if the spring weakened, or if they 'settled in' to their seats/mounts/whatever but they are definitely lighter today.

i'm expecting the heavier spring will lighten to the level the original ones were on Day One.

also - the inital upgrade was SO much better than the original that it took a little getting used to it. now that i am, i'm able to tell "it could be 'a little' better' :- ) ...
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post Sep 12 2003, 10:12 AM
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Oh.. THAT shifter. Up until 2am.. then up at 7:30 am..


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James, I have one more core I could send in. I'd be glad to trade that for the 'spring kit'. I just need to get the f'ing shift knob off of it -- I think the PO of that shifter might have epoxied it on (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smash.gif)
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