Short shift adaptor

[keith84_hk]

Hi guys,

 

just a quick update.

The second mock up arrived and it looks pretty good apart from the retaining hole at the back requires to move up 3 millimeters to ensure it locks securely onto the lever.

Here is the video showing the shifting action from 1st to 6th gear, and then the reserve.

Instead of doing another sample and keeps everyone waiting, I'd like to go ahead with the production and hopefully to receive the batch at the end of September.

The kit will include everything you need for the installation, including:

- Short shift adaptor (stainless steel)

- M6 Rod ends (For shift cable)

- M8 Rod ends (For crossgate cable)

- Shift cable pin

- Stainless steel retaining wire

As I said before, the kit will be absolutely FREE of charge but it will be great if those who are interested in this kit could pay for the shipping cost

 

 

 

Cheers

Keith

 

 

 

[nordschleife666]

Great job, Keith.    can't wait to try it.  How to handle that 3mm adjustment you mentioned?

[keith84_hk]

1 hour ago, nordschleife666 said:

Great job, Keith.    can't wait to try it.  How to handle that 3mm adjustment you mentioned?

Thank you Sam, no worries, I am going to revise the drawing before sending it off for production, so that 3mm issue will be fixed at the time

Edited September 6, 2021 by keith84_hk

[keith84_hk]

Sorry to say all 10 sets of short shift adaptors have been reserved, perhaps it's better to wait for the user feedback before I decide will make another batch or not.

Thanks for all the supports

[Schnitzel]

Kieth,

 

this looks fantastic! 
 

More than happy to pay shipping costs and something for your hard work!
 

Just let us know when you need payment👍
 

Rich

[C8RKH]

Same here Keith, happy to contribute as required.

[Jobster]

Yup, and here too. Whenever you’re ready just say so and we’ll get things rolling.

 

[TBD]

On 20/08/2021 at 12:28, keith84_hk said:

Hi Mark. Thanks for your input. I think @Martrack was concerning about the material strength which we are now going to make the adaptor from a one piece solid CNC stainless steel.

I understand the new shift point could stress the original arm/lever so if you look at the design, the adaptor was actually covering most part of the arm/lever so the stress could be spread across instead of at one single point.

 

 

 

If you consider the flimsy eye on the cable I wouldn't waste any thoughts on breaking the lever itself. 

[Namulzz]

Great stuff ! Waiting for the user feedback and hopefully another batch to be made. 

[chumaxa]

Same, for the next batch please.

[Rooge]

+1 on next batch 

[Jobster]

Hey Keith, any news to share yet?

 

[FF]

If it will fit a 430 CUP I am interested

[Jobster]

Such a shame it stays silent now

[keith84_hk]

Sorry guys It's been a bit chaos with the CNC supplier, it turns out they've made it in Aluminum instead of Stainless Steel which I requested. 

Good news is the fitment is great so I now have asked them to redo it in stainless steel at their own cost,

I have been told the lead time could take 3 weeks from now on so hopefully I can get them at the end of November and ship out immediately before the Christmas time.

This is what I received and I know its not stainless steel as soon as I put it on my hand, as it's significant lighter than the stainless steel sample that I got.

The cable rob ends also arrived made by a reputed company from Japan called IKO NIPPON THOMPSON, as well as the retaining clip for the rod ends which I didn't take the picture.

So it's not a SCAM  and you are NOT forgotten!

Now all we need to do is to wait for the CNC guy to redo them in stainless steel and we are good to go. 

I really appreciate your patience and I am utterly gutted when I received the aluminum piece as well 

Will keep you guys posted

 

 

 

Cheers

Keith

 

 

 

[Doug Ashley]

Hi Keith, superb idea & execution 👍

 +1 for the list for any future production.  Happy to pay for it plus shipping.

[Jobster]

Thanks for the update Keith! Really looking forward to have it fitted to my evora. 
 

[Jobster]

Hey Keith, I guess i won't find it under the X-mas tree but in any case keep up the good work and enjoy the holidays. 

 

[TBD]

I see you've now put it on the shop: https://aerieperformance.com/products/short-shift-adaptor

 

[Jobster]

There goes the free option? And was so happy to be on the list. 
 

[keith84_hk]

Guys, I just been told the production of the short shift adaptor is now completed...Yes Finally...!

First off I wanna say big thank you for those who waited patiently as I know it has been substantial delay from the original plan but well...we are getting there.

If things go smooth, I should able to receive them early next week and I'll have a quick check on the fitment and quality before I ship out!

 

On 28/12/2021 at 21:41, TBD said:

I see you've now put it on the shop: https://aerieperformance.com/products/short-shift-adaptor

 

Some of you might aware it has the Aerie logo on it, I just wanna clarify I don't work for Aerie Performance but Jason at Aerie is very interested of my project

so I've asked Jason to produce some short shift adaptors to give away the V6 fellows in exchange for the SS adaptor to sell on his website.

  

On 29/12/2021 at 07:23, Jobster said:

There goes the free option? And was so happy to be on the list. 
 

Sorry they couldn't make it in time for the Christmas as they have some difficulties machining it in Stainless steel, as you know stainless steel is quite a lot stiffer than aluminum which makes them struggle at first. Having said that, we are getting there now and soon I will be contacting you privately for the shipping address.  

[Jobster]

Excellent news @keith84_hk!!

[notabene]

Very interested. Can I get it directly from you? If so please PM me. thanks 

[Daniel Grand]

Wahou,

 

Realy cool !

Congrats for your job !