2022 GR86 & BRZ Billetworkz Short Shifter Install

[@Tristansenpai]

LOLOL just watched the FT Speed video and realized how much more authentic and filter-free this video is 😂 love the energy!

[@maryburgess9293]

it's the lack of corporate daddies

[@KevinVo]

I do try to let a bit more of my personality out on this channel. I try to keep things professional on the FTspeed channel. Maybe I'll change that.

[@mustangthekitten7765]

@@KevinVowe’re u fired?

[@KevinVo]

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[@Fuddermucker47]

Awe man I really want one of these but I’m a little worried about trying to install it myself. I’m not good at this kind of thing.. but it looks so good and that throw is so much better!

[@KevinVo]

I could only post 4 at a time. I listed Trueno Blue in another post!

[@Fuddermucker47]

@@KevinVo I think you may have replied to the wrong comment :). Have a good one man, love your content and you inspired me to order one of these. I am super nervous to try to install it though.

[@KevinVo]

@derp oops haha if I can do it so can you!

[@Shlorby]

I’ve never ever been good at these things at all, I grew up in a family that brought vehicles in to have things fixed/done. You just gotta try and take your time. I started to learn how to do things not to long ago and I’ve had a great time learning. Ik if I was able to learn anyone can do just go for it my man!

[@petebasile8035]

Great Video! All of them actually. But it makes no sense to go underneath the car. Its actually easier to do the pin and snap ring from inside the car. Pull the shifter up. You'll see that the pin and snap ring are almost above the transmission tunnel. FYI: I used straight nose snap ring pliers.

[@jukeboxzero1]

I waited 18 years to install a Cobb double adjustable short throw shifter on my Bugeye WRX and it has been one of my favorite (of many) mods. I only waited 2 years to install the Billetworkz shifter on my BRZ. I was able to do it from inside the car but tore the crap out of the big rubber boot using pick tools. I will crawl under the car to try to get the boot positioned correctly. I was unable to reuse the snap ring that secures the bottom of the shifter to the linkage as it was stretched too much. Recommend having some spare snap rings on hand when you go to do this install.

[@supergt86]

OMG as a '13 FRS owner Kevin please let them know we want one too. I would totally buy this on the spot if it comes out.

[@KevinVo]

Good news, it'll be available soon!!!

[@Billetworkz]

It's available now! Check them out on our website!

[@jackalexander4961]

Hey Kevin! Not sure if you would know the answer, but I am looking to put one of the Morizo shift knobs on my GR86, but apparently it leaves a gap and I need an adapter, do you have any recommendations or tips for this? Just want more info before I spend money lol. Thanks!

[@roro368]

How were you able to remove the c clip so easily? I’m convinced my snap ring pliers are too big bc I cannot get it out

[@thestoningwalrus8613]

RIP to the alcantara on that shift knob🙏🏻😂

[@KevinVo]

It didn't stay in that car. It lives in my frs where I wear gloves so should be good!

[@roro368]

How is it that there’s no gap after installing the shift knob? I have a gap with/without the jam nut. Maybe because I’m using the stock shifter?

[@KevinVo]

Likely due to the short shifter

[@throker]

It seems weird but I can't find that exact type of multi-tip tool that you're using there. I searched and all I can find is these little stubby units. I can see what brand it is and everything. I just can't find one like it, in that brand or any other. Am I missing something here?

[@wilsonwong8560]

Nice product n video. Can still use the stock shift knob ？

[@robme3660]

How'd the Alcantara material hold up? I'm debating whether to play it safe and get standard leather.

[@BlackClover86_]

Will OEM shift knob work with the short throw shifter?

[@pash0k17]

Is it free access underneath without taking anything off to get to the linkage?

[@tims9294]

Yes! I want one

[@aprl]

if i don't get the short shifter would the shift knob still fit nicely with no gap?

[@shinigami052]

What part of the shifter makes it more notchy? I'd guess the shorter throw is due to a change in geometry/length of the shifter but not sure what would affect the notchy feeling.

[@gabrielnecula8305]

The notchiness comes from inside the gearbox, usually from the synchro rings engagement. By using a short shifter, more stress is put on the synchros since they have less time to synchronize (brake) gears, and so the notchiness is exacerbated.

[@KevinVo]

Essentially what Gabriel said, it's not so much because of the shifter in this case, it's more due to the fact that since the throws are shorter you're feeling a bit more of the "action" in the gearbox whereas with the stock shifter it dissipates throughout the longer throw.

[@K03sport]

@@KevinVo...do you think a change in trans fluid would help reduce the notchy-ness? Adding mass (weighted knob) will absorb some of the vibrations, but that comes with its own set of issues/downsides.

[@KevinVo]

@@K03sport I don't believe so. A weighted shift knob would make the biggest difference.

[@boost331]

Will that shift knob fit on the stock shifter? I know many knobs that fit the old cars do not fit on the the 2022 because the reverse lockout is much wider and does not fit.

[@KevinVo]

Yes, the Cusco brace is another great option and you can pair them with their inserts as well I believe.

[@janhuybs2013]

Hi Kevin. I don’t really understand your answer on boost331’s question. Can you confirm if this shift knob will work on the new car ?

[@KevinVo]

@@janhuybs2013 sorry I must've replied to the wrong comment. Yes this knob fits on the stock shifter.

[@wilsonwong8560]

Is it possible to do the job inside the car without jacking up the car ?

[@rafaelmonegro4353]

Is the billetz reverse lockout smaller than the stock one? My cobb shift knob doesn’t work. Hoping this new reverse lockout will be a direct fit for the Cobb shift knob

[@dewet2wet]

I don't know if you ever got your answer, Rafael - but it is smaller. I THINK it's 19mm. If you still need the measurement, you can @ me and I'll go outside and measure. I'd do it right now, but its raining lol

[@future_phonk]

How does it compare to the IRP?

[@robertogatti8290]

I got mine installed today…. and it rattles over 3k rpm… any suggestions or solutions ?

[@KevinVo]

Send them an email, they'll be more than happy to help.

[@fayizd654]

Did you figure it out

[@KevinVo]

@@fayizd654 @billetworkz has a fix

[@robertogatti8290]

I switch to the STI SS…. now I have tried 3 different brands,,, they all rattle…!

[@KevinVo]

@@robertogatti8290 did you email billetworkz?

[@sasha_g4]

Does it rattle same as option for 12+ BRZ ?

[@richroj]

do you have any headlight replacements for my 2015 ForesterXT ?

[@KevinVo]

Unfortunately not :(

[@garage8614]

This that short shifter compatible with the older generation ?

[@KevinVo]

No, but they're coming out with one for the 1st gen soon!

[@Billetworkz]

We have them available for the 1st gen now!

[@atu.3411]

does it work zn6?

[@jittersfpv6872]

maybe if you didn't grunt so hard when pulling the e-brake....?!?! lmao!!

[@KevinVo]

🤣🤣🤣

[@BRZtoch]

I am not enthusiastic about the install of this one…snap rings are the bane of my existence and that there is one underneath the vehicle…nope.

[@dewet2wet]

I just did the install earlier today - I was able to do everything from inside the vehicle. It was actually pretty easy. I have medium hands (I wear M sized Mechanix gloves) and it wasn't a struggle whatsoever. Just make sure you got your 90 degree snap ring pliers. Go slow. Be deliberate. I walked the linkage boot up until it cleared the snap ring + linkage. Sorta stuffed it out of the way. Carefully, with one hand holding the snapring pliers and the other hand holding a finger against the snapring, it just came right off. No problem. The reinstall with the Billetworkz was even easier than removing the factory one. You should be putting some white lithium grease everywhere. Some residual grease in naturally going to get on the boot. In addition, the finish of the billetworkz is much smoother than the stock unit, so it's much easier to slide the boot over. Took me maybe 30 minutes, all from inside the car. If you drop the snap ring, it'll just drop on the ground underneath. Make sure you have your magnetic grab tool handy.

[@shaggyman8564]

What's wrong w the stock shifter. It's short. It's leather. It feels good. It doesn't cost five hundred smackers.

[@KevinVo]

Nothing wrong with the stock shifter at all, like I said I actually like it! I just like the short shifter more haha