we'll see soon enough - but does the mr2 shifter (1991-1995 model) you are using looks like this one?

Thats what I got sitting on my shelf. They are pretty cheap still, cable connectors set to go in the proper direction, though I'm doubting I'll be using the base. Maybe as a sacrificial lamb. I like these because its easy to change the shift trough ratios. You just move the attachment point on the shifter. Grind, move, tack, test, weld, done.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_e9jk6z83k

Ian - Will you be making one for a 901 trans or just subie?

Definitely, just a matter when. Looks like I finally landed a job (inside sales) that will be paying the bills but taking up more of my time.

fabbing for the 914 is still a passion tho, so I'm sure it'll be sometime this year.

That is the style that I'm using, though it looks like there should be some cutting or yet another design project, as the cables don't like the OEM shifter housing...

Ian - do you have a close up of the linkage you are using to connect the bell crank to the gear selector? Are you using little ball joints?

They are small ball joints, one of things i will be changing for the production model, just needed something to get me by for the prototype that also gives acurate dimensions.

Ship date? Bill me for the shifter and the half shafts please!

That make a ton of sense. I love the way you're going with it, can't wait to see the final version!

looks great!

Ian,
I used the MR2 shifter on my car with the 901 trany. I recall debating if I wanted the 914 shift pattern or first gear forward. I ended up putting 1st forward, as I felt it is a more normal pattern. The down side of this is both of my cars are different
I was just curious if you kept the 914 shift pattern with 1st gear back, reverse forward?

Getting there Ian !! Looking forward to getting this on the car

Looks like it shifts really smooth. Nice work!

Glad you found a job as well. Started in sales a LOOONG time ago myself. I'm sure you'll do great.

Mike, I went with the subaru OEM pattern, 1st forward. Figured keeping it that way would be better just for non 914 applications.

Bravo sir! Can't wait!!!

Looks great! I'm also waiting for one!
Just add one more on the list
Thanks,
Dennis

So I've watched this a few times, and sent you a thought or two.

I'm SURE you're ahead of us on this, but in care you aren't...thought I'd throw a few ideas at you.

What size cables are you using, Ian? These are 1/4" on the MR2 shifter. Did you go 5/16"?

Click to view attachment

Nope I went 1/4, strange that it looks like yours fit into the mr2 nicely...

Nice pillow!

IIRC, I tweaked the opening w/ a small crescent so that the opening is offset then they drop right in. After that straighten the opening back in line. Does that make sense? If not I'll shoot a photo. The next snag on that shifter is the 8mm stud. You need to grind it off and weld in a 1/4" stud for the heim joint. Clearances get tight between the shifting mechanisms and you may need to file the head of a bold down. Or use clevis pins for more clearance. And that pillow is a great comfort to my ancient old ass.

Or you could bend the mechanisms to the left some.

I would of put a photo over at NARP but didn't have a place to put it

This is what I came up with. I did have the same interference. one other thing that helped me is moving the pivot mount on the shift shaft up a little. I moved it up and down and bent the shaft forward and back more than once looking for the best feel and location. Moving the pivot up gives you a shorter shift stroke. this can also be changed by the rear linkage. The spring on the left is my reverse lock out. It keeps naturally in 2nd and 3rd position. A little resistance to 1st and reverse. I also had to cut open the cable slots and relocate them forward or aft for some reason.
The riser is offset and tilted to the driver and up in the front.

And yes, I had a cushion too.

Ruby is your shift from an earlier MR2 (AW11)and the others are the later models (SW20)?
In the pics they look like different base plates.

JimKelley's shifter looks just like mine, our of a first gen MR2.

I have no idea. I did a lot of cutting and bending. That's how it is now.
Honestly I don't recall. Now that I look at others, I may have made a completely new base plate out of 4" tube? I'm getting old.

bump for this week.

He's close...

II'm ready, Ian, you can aded one to my shipment

Yep, The laser cutting finished friday and its on a truck to Boise. Should be able to start producing these this week.

I will keep you guys up to date.

Great news!

cool! excited.

Looks like it's about time to blow my paycheck on conversion parts!

Are you able to produce something that neat for the 901 box
I was never a fan of bending and twisting the cables so your bell crank system looks fantastic
Cheers
Edwin

Well I am planning on building a system for the 901 side shift but a bell crank with that setup might b a bit more tricky to pull off... Then again really need to sit down and look at it before I know for sure.

Ian,
I saw a cable shift folder on my laptop at home. It had Catia files. Not sure what is in there, they may give you some ideas, I'll take a look when I get home. It is hard to see but I used somewhat of a bellcrank system. This is from NARP.
Mike

Well, the name of the folder is Cable tail shift.
I had this on the car until I broke first gear. I didn't make a cad file for the side shift but it works about the same way. Bell crank operates a brass or nylon, pivoting and sliding block that pushes and pulls the shift shaft in and out.Click to view attachment

Why is that photo a download?

Windows Bitmap images can't be displayed by browsers. (Never have) They're the digital equilivent of Leaded Gasoline.

here is ruby914 bmp as a jpg

Once I have half shafts and shifting in, I can start on my exhaust.

Anybody want to go halves on a exhaust cut out? they come in pairs....
http://quicktimeperformance.com/QTEC/

Pestering Ian.

He's been busy with a new job. I expect we'll see Ian later this week. Hopefully, he's got good news for us.

Parts are in mostly. One of thr laser cut pieces got miss cut don't know if it was my fault or there's, but they are at a local machinist getting fixed. Getting there...

Ian

Ding!

Hey guys sorry for the delay the last couple of weeks. As I mentioned I got a new job, basically its a temp position on a sales team that will turn into a salaried position at the end of March, based on performance of course. A the moment going 110% in that arena is my focus... Have to pay the bills and make sure the new wife is taken care of. I have been working on the cable shift whenever I get the chance.

I should *Should* be able to finish a production run this weekend.

thanks for keeping me accountable haha.. don't stop its nice to have the pressure from all sides!

"Probationary period" eh? Close those deals! Thanks for the update Ian.

Hurry up Ian, I'm getting pm's. Seriously, you guy's are going to be so happy w/ the cable shift you won't remember the wait.

Can't wait to see the final product Ian! Based on our conversations in Boise I bet this thing will be solid and worth the $$$

I'd rather wait, and have it "right" the first time.

Come on Ian, lets go. Chop chop..
No, I dont need one as of yet, just try to do my part