New type of gear shift cable - Page 2 - LotusTalk

MTribe · 08-19-2009, 04:05 PM

Any reports after using the cables for a while? With or without LETSLA linkage?

dmh · 08-19-2009, 04:27 PM

Seems like an excellent product -- no issues.

I use it with the LETSLA II linkage (after a drilling and tapping for the larger bolt) and the stock bracket. Stock shifter and cross (imperative) throw length.

iana · 09-14-2009, 09:55 PM

Blackwatch Racing ( BWR ) is now the distributor for this product for the US/Can market.

Here is the link to the item on thier site: -

Blackwatch Racing - Lotus Elise and Exige Superchargers, Parts, and Accessories

Feedback from those who have purchased has been excellent.

Even if you dont track your car, you will eventually need to replace the Shift cable. From BRW at US$299 it is lower cost than factory replacement - for a significantly better product.

Certified Lotus · 09-15-2009, 05:56 PM

I have had mine installed for about a month now and after a few minor adjustments and 6 track days it works much better than stock. More positive shifting and very smooth. Great product. Highly recommend.

fzust · 09-15-2009, 06:00 PM

I've personally broken the stock shifter cable, hence when SSC approached us it was a no-brainer. Soon as I get the chance, one of these is going on the XP Lotus!

FIL · 09-15-2009, 08:25 PM

Wish I saw this before I installed my LETSLA.

Does it effectively get rid of the shifter cable buzz/rattle at certain RPMs?

Certified Lotus · 09-16-2009, 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FIL

Wish I saw this before I installed my LETSLA.

Does it effectively get rid of the shifter cable buzz/rattle at certain RPMs?

No Buzz or Rattle. Just clean shifting with control.

iana · 10-03-2009, 04:58 PM

BWR is getting low on these now but more will be winging there way to them soon.

Feedback has been encouraging and many thanks for your support.

Incidently, the heat shielding we use on the cables is 'Thermo-sleeve' by US Thermo-Tec. Aluminised Heat barrier. Reflects 90% of radiant heat. Fireproof and oil resistant. More about it here: -

Thermo-Tec: Thermo Sleeve

sleepe · 10-04-2009, 12:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iana

SSC Improved gear shift cable

In response to questions, here are some additional photos. The kit includes a new ¼” shoulder screw to fit the spherical rod end (Heim joint) to the gear lever – complete with washers and locknut.

From the SSC Fitting Instructions: “Using a hacksaw, cut the back side of the existing ball pin flush with the gear lever bracket and then twist it out. Once released run a ¼” drill carefully through the hole. (must be an exact ¼” drill, not metric)”.

SSC supply only an improved stronger gear shift cable and gear lever bolt. You retain the other factory crossgate cable. We have not broken any crossgate cables and the more positive feel of our cable would only marginally improve the crossgate feel - so SSC opted to do the shift cable only.

Why is the bracket BENT?

iana · 10-04-2009, 04:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleepe

Why is the bracket BENT?

Some brackets are like this from the factory and others straighter. Does not effect the motion of the spherical bearing in the SSC shift cable rod end.

iana · 11-03-2009, 12:23 AM

More of these just shipped to BWR.

Feedback all good. A must if you do track days.

darkSol · 11-03-2009, 11:31 AM

So if you already have a LETSLA kit I imagine that you do not disassemble the tranny end of the cable and slide the aluminum sleeves over... you'd probably just keep the cable end "as delivered".... correct?

Transfer these ^ puppies ^ over?

Also do you have a PDF of the installation instructions?

Thanks!

08-19-2009, 04:05 PM	#21 (permalink)
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08-19-2009, 04:27 PM	#22 (permalink)
dmh Republic to Thugocracy Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 707	Seems like an excellent product -- no issues. I use it with the LETSLA II linkage (after a drilling and tapping for the larger bolt) and the stock bracket. Stock shifter and cross (imperative) throw length. __________________ "This is the moment when we must come together to save this planet. Let us resolve that we will not leave our children a world where the oceans rise and famine spreads and terrible storms devastate our lands." Community Organizer and Chief Obama...now intervening with natural occurrences!

09-14-2009, 09:55 PM	#23 (permalink)
iana 111R Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 94	Improved Gear Shift cable - Now at BWR Blackwatch Racing ( BWR ) is now the distributor for this product for the US/Can market. Here is the link to the item on thier site: - Blackwatch Racing - Lotus Elise and Exige Superchargers, Parts, and Accessories Feedback from those who have purchased has been excellent. Even if you dont track your car, you will eventually need to replace the Shift cable. From BRW at US$299 it is lower cost than factory replacement - for a significantly better product. Last edited by iana : 10-03-2009 at 05:00 PM. Reason: misspelling

09-15-2009, 05:56 PM	#24 (permalink)
Certified Lotus Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 173	I have had mine installed for about a month now and after a few minor adjustments and 6 track days it works much better than stock. More positive shifting and very smooth. Great product. Highly recommend. __________________ '07 Exige S,LSD,2bular Header,SportCat & GT3 Exhaust,Gotham Tune ECU, V2 Fuel Cell,BOE Surge Tank,MWR Fuel Rail,RLS Intercooler&Pipes,CircuitWorx Oil Pump Gears,Moroso oil pan, Accusump,Fidanza 3.2 Kevlar Clutch & Alum Flywheel,Nitron GT3,V2arms,AP Racing Brakes(315mm),SS Brake Lines,Prototype Composites CF Roof,ReVerie CF Front Splitter,diffuser & 1650MM Wing,RTD Brace, SSC Shift Cable, Lotus Racing M Mounts/High Perf.Air Box,Defi Gauges,RAC Monolite Wheels,Safecraft 5 Point Harness,Traqmate.

09-15-2009, 06:00 PM	#25 (permalink)
fzust 2009 XP National Champion Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Tempe, AZ Posts: 1,537	I've personally broken the stock shifter cable, hence when SSC approached us it was a no-brainer. Soon as I get the chance, one of these is going on the XP Lotus! __________________ 2008,2009 X Prepared Solo National Champion

09-15-2009, 08:25 PM	#26 (permalink)
FIL Serial Thrilla Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 236	Wish I saw this before I installed my LETSLA. Does it effectively get rid of the shifter cable buzz/rattle at certain RPMs? __________________ 05' Elise - BWR supercharger, Quaife LSD, Nitron Race Triple Adjustable, LETSLA, Larini Decat, Larini Exhuast, ACT HDSS, Fidanza flywheel, V2 Fuel Tank, V2 Steering Arms, BWR sway bar, desnorkled, ForcedFed CF splitter, Manly's engine mounts, S111 harness bar, Schroth harness w/ S111 seat grommets, Oil Drain Valve, Painted Black Diffuser, Braille battery, Custom Battery Switch 05' Corvette - Z51 Convertible - 630hp 6.6L [DON'T YOU JUDGE ME!!!] (SOLD!)

10-03-2009, 04:58 PM	#28 (permalink)
iana 111R Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 94	Improved Gear Shift cable - Now at BWR BWR is getting low on these now but more will be winging there way to them soon. Feedback has been encouraging and many thanks for your support. Incidently, the heat shielding we use on the cables is 'Thermo-sleeve' by US Thermo-Tec. Aluminised Heat barrier. Reflects 90% of radiant heat. Fireproof and oil resistant. More about it here: - Thermo-Tec: Thermo Sleeve

11-03-2009, 12:23 AM	#31 (permalink)
iana 111R Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 94	SSC Improved Gear Shift cable - All Toyota engine Elise / Exige More of these just shipped to BWR. Feedback all good. A must if you do track days.

11-03-2009, 11:31 AM	#32 (permalink)
darkSol Meow!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Leawood, KS Posts: 2,576	So if you already have a LETSLA kit I imagine that you do not disassemble the tranny end of the cable and slide the aluminum sleeves over... you'd probably just keep the cable end "as delivered".... correct? Transfer these ^ puppies ^ over? Also do you have a PDF of the installation instructions? Thanks! __________________ d.a..v...i....d David Thomas Stewart - davidtstewart@gmail.com TVS Supercharged 2005 Graphite Grey Lotus Elise: 286whp, 1781lbs. Lotus cars aren't made, they're hand built from dreams. If you must choose between two evils, pick the one you've never tried before.

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