Short shifter on LCR

[Sparkie]

Hi
Having put a short shifter on my Cupra I'm used to a really short throw. Now I have a Cupra R
The throw seems long. Even though it's a short shift as standard.
Who here has upgraded their LCR and was it worth it? Will I notice a big difference once a Forge version is fitted?
Thanks.

 

[Sparkie]

Anyone?

 

[irf]

Short shifter does seem to be a popular mod, have a search for some threads.

What I done though is change the bushes at the gearbox end for some I bought from awesome gti. Tightens the shift up nicely.

 

[Sparkie]

Nice. Sounds too tecky for me sadly.


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[Sparkie]

So I have gone with the cheapo version of the forge shifter as threads on here say it works fine.
£28 quid on fleabay
Worth a punt.


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[Andrewwright]

So I have gone with the cheapo version of the forge shifter as threads on here say it works fine.
£28 quid on fleabay
Worth a punt.


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I've looked at these,
Just goes to show on some parts you can really see how much extra you're paying for the name and bragging rights.
Shocking really because it shows there not about tuning...more about money.
Simple part like this that big company could knock out for cheap but would rather have what 200% mark up so profit is as high as can be.

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[Sparkie]

I've looked at these,
Just goes to show on some parts you can really see how much extra you're paying for the name and bragging rights.
Shocking really because it shows there not about tuning...more about money.
Simple part like this that big company could knock out for cheap but would rather have what 200% mark up so profit is as high as can be.

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So true.
Hope it works out.

 

[MC Dem]

So I have gone with the cheapo version of the forge shifter as threads on here say it works fine.
£28 quid on fleabay
Worth a punt.


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How was the ebay short shifter in the end? Thinking of getting one.

 

[Connor H]

Also curious about these. A block of the same grade alloy with or without a logo is just the same thing, was looking at ebay ones recently too.

 

[Gokiwi64]

Dodgy ebay one (about 30 quid from memory) and solid bushes, been on LCR for ages just forgot about it . The only thing I would say about mine is that the finish wasn't so good and had to clean it up a bit (gold in colour) - really sharp edges and rough areas.

 

[Connor H]

Dodgy ebay one (about 30 quid from memory) and solid bushes, been on LCR for ages just forgot about it . The only thing I would say about mine is that the finish wasn't so good and had to clean it up a bit (gold in colour) - really sharp edges and rough areas.

I know the ones you mean ha. did you get the bushes elsewhere?

 

[Manic172]

Stop messing about and do it properly

As soon as I am up to point of rebuilding I am going for one of these

 

[Sparkie]

How was the ebay short shifter in the end? Thinking of getting one.

Do it.
Perfectly good. Works as all the others do.
If it was my choice I’d have it even shorter.
My first one on my LC felt just a little shorter but maybe that’s just my imagination.
Anyway this version saved a few quid instead of the forge version.


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[Gokiwi64]

I would love a full DSG lossless shift on the LCR....................

 

[Manic172]

Arnt some of the ones on eBay adjustable. I seen them with slots in

 

[Sparkie]

Arnt some of the ones on eBay adjustable. I seen them with slots in

Yeah but you want it on shortest you can get.


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[Sparkie]

I would love a full DSG lossless shift on the LCR....................

No Lift Shift
Oh we can only dream. ....


Badger5 Custom Map + TIP,
3”Custom exhaust, FMIC, Bosh 550’s, BC Coilovers, ARB’s +loads more.

 

[Manic172]

No Lift Shift
Oh we can only dream. ....


Badger5 Custom Map + TIP,
3”Custom exhaust, FMIC, Bosh 550’s, BC Coilovers, ARB’s +loads more.

Might be able to do flat shifting on a stand alone ecu... my main aim is full sequential box in the end

 

[MC Dem]

Do it.
Perfectly good. Works as all the others do.
If it was my choice I’d have it even shorter.
My first one on my LC felt just a little shorter but maybe that’s just my imagination.
Anyway this version saved a few quid instead of the forge version.


Badger5 Custom Map + TIP,
3”Custom exhaust, FMIC, Bosh 550’s, BC Coilovers, ARB’s +loads more.

And what about a DIY short shifter? Are they easy enough to do? With all this free time I'm thinking to give it a go and save the £40.

 

[Sparkie]

And what about a DIY short shifter? Are they easy enough to do? With all this free time I'm thinking to give it a go and save the £40.

Yes guides are available too simple. Needs a drill and a bolt if I remember right.
Saves the money. Does exactly same function. With any luck you can get it shortest possible too.
Still think the eBay one may not be as short but can’t be sure. Think you get used to it.
But with my old LC it was so short it looked to be in neutral permanently. That was a forge.
Loved it.


Badger5 Custom Map + TIP,
3”Custom exhaust, FMIC, Bosh 550’s, BC Coilovers, ARB’s +loads more.