[MagnusT]

Is there not an alternative shift arm that fits to the linkage under the bonnet that gives a shorter shift

Yes. Can't remember where just now.

 

[Yaris San]

there's a short shift attachment that fits on gearbox arm that does shorten the shift length but not same as fitting full on gear lever in cabin. The height of the lever combined with its short throw is what makes for smooth and much quicker gear change, the little mod on gearbox if effectively a stop-gap to fitting gear lever, shortens the throw but won't speed up the change time

 

[yuri1312]

there's a short shift attachment that fits on gearbox arm that does shorten the shift length but not same as fitting full on gear lever in cabin. The height of the lever combined with its short throw is what makes for smooth and much quicker gear change, the little mod on gearbox if effectively a stop-gap to fitting gear lever, shortens the throw but won't speed up the change time

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you could also combine that with the TGR risers. not the same as a CAE of course, but it should bring some improvements

 

[Yaris San]

not seen riser, is it to bring factory gear stick closer to driver ??

 

[Nicki-Nitro]

you could also combine that with the TGR risers. not the same as a CAE of course, but it should bring some improvements

I ordered the TGR shift rizer, the Foresight short shifter and an height adjustable gear shift knob from Greedy. I think, this result in a cheep CAE similar shift experience.

 

[yuri1312]

not seen riser, is it to bring factory gear stick closer to driver ??

yep, works surprisingly well for the price.
Have a look:

 

[yuri1312]

I ordered the TGR shift rizer, the Foresight short shifter and an height adjustable gear shift knob from Greedy. I think, this result in a cheep CAE similar shift experience.

Similar to what I'm gearing towards. Already have the risers in place, short shifter on order. Was trying to get a raceseng extension + weighted shift knob, but unfortunately they don't manufacture any adapters for the GR, and it seems the GT86 ones are different

 

[Nicki-Nitro]

GReddy Type A Shift Knobs - Polished
Check this out

 

[odl21]

How was the difficulty to install? Will buy me one too.

pretty straightforward. did it in front of my house with basic tools in about an hour. would be less than 30 minutes if i did it again. didn't need to take it to my workshop.

 

[MagnusT]

Since I've moved my steering wheel further back with a spacer I'm wondering if a CAE can be mounted slightly tilted towards the rear to get the shifter knob a bit further back, matching the wheel. I'm thinking making some spacers for the two front mounts. Will the linkage be okay if the front of the base is elevated slightly and at a small angle?

 

[ManuGR974]

there's a short shift attachment that fits on gearbox arm that does shorten the shift length but not same as fitting full on gear lever in cabin. The height of the lever combined with its short throw is what makes for smooth and much quicker gear change, the little mod on gearbox if effectively a stop-gap to fitting gear lever, shortens the throw but won't speed up the change time

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Can we use this FRSG quick shift with the CAE shifter ?

 

[Yaris San]

Can we use this FRSG quick shift with the CAE shifter ?

you could but would make for very tiny shift movement and possibly quite heavy, I do know ppl with other marques of vehicle who do use their short shift mod with the CAE gear lever, really would need try

 

[GRavel Bitch]

i have one for the yaris too now
definitely speeds up shifts and feels much nicer. now just to make a bag that fits around it.

My Broyotas fitted the CAE shifter today.

What a difference!

Pandemic cheap solution to avoid potato chips in the gear box:

???

 

[GRavel Bitch]

 

[Amjad]

You'd think that for the price they'd include a little trim piece ?

 

[vdsi]

Does anyone sell a trim bit to cover up exposed portion yet?

 

[p3lwo]

Does anyone sell a trim bit to cover up exposed portion yet?

I'm ordering a CAE next week, will see if I can 3D print something that will fit

 

[Mainframe]

Lol. another solution looking for a problem.
Why tie a carrier bag around an old firepoker

it’s hilarious to look at. That folk have paid for this is outstanding.

However to each etc.

I find the GR gear change spot on. Any quicker and I’d beat the sychcromesh.

 

[Onehp]

I find the GR gear change spot on. Any quicker and I'd beat the sychcromesh.

Glad you're happy. CAE are popular on track cars, not road cars.

I don't like the looks but I do like the ergonomics, so I've raised (TGR), extended (DIY) and shorted (Foresight) the shift to mimic somewhat the CAE (almost same height). Since the steering wheel spacer, I've wanted the shifter higher up for more complete ergonomics...

 

[p3lwo]

Just installed my CAE today, wasn't sure how much of a difference it would make but it actually feels great especially when hooning. Took a bit of messing about to get it set up properly but everything feels nice and tight now and no issue selecting any gears.

I think it's one of those things where if you've got the money it's a nice upgrade but I wouldn't say it's essential, you can get half the effect for under a couple of hundred quid with assorted parts (cough, cough..). The CAE is a very well engineered bit of kit though.

Will be working on a carbon knob for it and potentially a vanity panel to cover the exposed guts of the car over the next few weeks