How to install short throw shifter Vw Jetta, golf & beetle mk4

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  • Опубліковано 16 гру 2024

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  • @theyrealltaken3
    @theyrealltaken3 4 роки тому +5

    Thanks for video! Now I know what I'm up against before I even pick up a wrench. Saves a ton of time when someone has shown you everything.

  • @lookslikeit1151
    @lookslikeit1151 2 роки тому +4

    Came across your video and I am surprised how much work and effort went into changing the shifter. There is an easier way to do it without taking everything off the car just to get to the shifter cables. I watch another video about fixing a floppy shifter and I didn't have to go under the car to take out the pan, I just took out the counsel drilled two holes in the shifter box pulled the cables took apart the shifter and pulled it out. Before you can do that, you must lock the shifter in place both in the car and under the hood that way when you re-hook up the cables the trans is in line where it's supposed to be. Much easier way to do the job.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому +2

      Or just dont use this shifter cuz its junk.

  • @HagakureJunkie
    @HagakureJunkie 5 років тому +18

    This is literally a 5 minute job and you don't need to jack up the car, just drill a hole on the passenger side of the box. I just did this job this weekend. Also, take the #20 torx bolt off the first gear getter. It's easy.

  • @benbanks6880
    @benbanks6880 6 років тому +25

    you make it look alot harder than it actually is.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  6 років тому +1

      I certainly did struggle with it. I learned later that pulling the torx bolt out helps. Probably need a impact driver tool to get it out because its tight.

    • @HagakureJunkie
      @HagakureJunkie 5 років тому +1

      @@CoolAirVw Nah, it's snug in there with some threadlocker but it comes out fairly easy with hand tools.

  • @GregariousAntithesis
    @GregariousAntithesis 7 місяців тому +1

    Why didnt you take the torx screw out of the bell crank instead of all that fighting it

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  7 місяців тому

      Yeah I should have. I read somewhere they are locktited and a problem. Hindsite. But this shifter is garbage. Get a deisel geek one that bolts onto the trans.

    • @matthewgeest7138
      @matthewgeest7138 4 місяці тому

      ​@@CoolAirVwI installed the diesel geek kit on the trans, was super easy and works really well incase anyone wanted to know.

  • @willsmith-nk7ct
    @willsmith-nk7ct 2 роки тому +1

    How would you rehome the shifter and cables with the new shifter

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому

      although there are other videos out there, I should do one. I'm sure if you searched you would find the other vids. Dont use this shifter though. (junk)

  • @hibridradio
    @hibridradio 4 роки тому +1

    Good video I need to change the bushings from the gear lever. Your video will help me a lot. thank you very much

  • @kyledelancey9430
    @kyledelancey9430 6 років тому +1

    2 things, why not pop that pivot arm off. shifter in socket, then reinstall the pivot arm.
    The kits I have seen like this come with an adjustable bushing that the flat spot runs on. it mounts to the upright portion of the retaining color towards the shifter. stops the shaft from spinning and no metal to metal contact.
    I am curious if this can be done in the car as well. I have changed both shifter bushings in the car. I would think it is possible, but this is way more room to work.
    Thanks for the video. it is a great run through on how the shifter parts are assembled.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  6 років тому +1

      At 12:11 you see the "pivot arm" extending downwards into the shifter housing. It will not slide out because it is down inside the shifter housing. To remove the "pivot arm" you have to first remove the shifter handle, in order to rotate the "pivot arm" out of the slot that it reaches down into.
      You might be able to install this shifter in the car, but the cat has to come out. Its super easy to remove the whole shifter once the cat is out.

  • @mikepdesigns8801
    @mikepdesigns8801 2 роки тому +1

    This guy makes it look hard with how much he struggles its really not that bad iv installed a short shifter in about 45 minutes

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому +1

      Yeah, I did struggle. Your comment is nothing new. Read the others.

    • @mikepdesigns8801
      @mikepdesigns8801 2 роки тому +1

      @@CoolAirVw I can give you credit tho you won't work on a vw without struggling sometimes.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому

      yea.

  • @raffaelle462
    @raffaelle462 2 роки тому +1

    its very educational i learn something from this,,good upload

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому

      this is the crappiest video I have. Plus dont use this shifter, get one from diesel geek.

    • @raffaelle462
      @raffaelle462 2 роки тому +1

      @@CoolAirVw okey thanks for the advice

  • @Frost420nexx
    @Frost420nexx 5 років тому +8

    Spins the knob off and it falls on floor. Then toss the shaft on the floor. Nice.
    Mangle everything in this job

    • @rickhenry9869
      @rickhenry9869 4 роки тому

      yeah lol I usually lay my stuff out nicely on a padded tray.

    • @jasonclemente4392
      @jasonclemente4392 3 роки тому

      right? that pissed me off .. and its not even mine

  • @friscostreetstories5403
    @friscostreetstories5403 Рік тому

    The customer should have gotten solid shifter link ends and solid cable mount bushings to tidy everything up while your there. I never met or talked to anyone that bought one of those. Wonder how it feels

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  Рік тому

      Yeah, this shifter was crappy. (*this video was crappy too). I installed two of these and both customers had me remove them within a year.

  • @StaxxxCmd
    @StaxxxCmd 6 років тому +24

    You are making me cringe with this install

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  6 років тому

      Its picky and finicky. (hard) I did one before this less that a month before.

    • @StaxxxCmd
      @StaxxxCmd 6 років тому

      CoolAirVw Rm i dont prefer the reverse lock out but i do like that ecs shifter

  • @marcusklassen470
    @marcusklassen470 4 роки тому +1

    On Megan racing’s website it says it fits 99-03... I have an 04 1.8t, does that mean it wouldn’t fit? Is there anything different with and 04 from a 03

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  4 роки тому

      It should fit. My personal opinion is skip this one and get a diesel geek one that bolts to the transmission.

  • @ZachDiesel13
    @ZachDiesel13 5 років тому +1

    Is this the shift I would need to do a 5spd swap in a BEW tdi? My 09A has no forward gears once its warmed up but still has reverse so I believe I'm going to just swap it out. Still looking at everything needed for the swap and a short shifter was one of the items listed on the forums. Thanks.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому

      My suggestion is to use the stock parts.

  • @bertmollar
    @bertmollar 5 років тому +1

    Could this be used in conjunction with the Audi TT shifter that goes on the gear selector side of the linkage for even shorter throw?

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому +1

      probably. You would have some very hard, notchy shifter effort though,. I would suggest not.

    • @bertmollar
      @bertmollar 5 років тому +1

      @@CoolAirVw good to know. Thanks. I just remember the days of my integra with DC short shifter. It was so small and the throw between gears was maybe 2 inches if that.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому +1

      @@bertmollar Using the audi style or the diesel geek aftermarket one that is installed at the trans is much easier install. I would choose those over this one. Thanks for watching.

    • @HagakureJunkie
      @HagakureJunkie 5 років тому

      Yes, but honestly it's not worth it. Get the cable upgrades that go in the engine bay for a noticeable difference. Also, get the dieselgeek bushing kit. I have an audi tt and I did the bushing upgrade this weekend and it's AMAZING!! Like a whole new car.
      ua-cam.com/video/kPII13ZUBZE/v-deo.html

  • @roguegoat6901
    @roguegoat6901 5 років тому +1

    Any idea if you can put a different knob on this shifter? I like the mechanism but i'm not so sure about knob style. Thanks for being active on your old videos too thats awesome.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому +1

      Yes you can. I put a old porcelain knob with a old vw emplem on it, just had to run a die down to change the thread pitch.

    • @roguegoat6901
      @roguegoat6901 5 років тому +1

      @@CoolAirVw i appreciate the response. keep up the good content sir!

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому

      @@roguegoat6901 Thanks

    • @geoffm6980
      @geoffm6980 3 роки тому

      What’s the thread on this tower? I have it in my car and found a better knob but need dimensions to order

  • @EXOVCDS
    @EXOVCDS 6 років тому +5

    Those shifters are cold in the winter! =)

    • @ColoradoMk4
      @ColoradoMk4 6 років тому +1

      Thomas EXOVCDS they got hot as Fuck in the summer 😂😂

    • @EXOVCDS
      @EXOVCDS 6 років тому

      Jesse 6661 LOL... I guess they could.

  • @mk4derek
    @mk4derek 5 років тому +1

    How do you adjust the shift linkage with the short throw shifter

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому +2

      Since there is no pin on this shifter assembly you have to just adjust it by feel. Or maybe, pin the trans and have a helper hold the shifter against the reverse lockout and then lock down the adjust ment "springs".

  • @thomasambers9977
    @thomasambers9977 Рік тому

    Just go with the diesel geek short shifter you only have to change the cable ends under the hood of the car

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  Рік тому +1

      Yes I agree. This thing was junk.

  • @Jason3249...
    @Jason3249... 2 роки тому +1

    Well he did it good on him and in real time 👍👍👍 everyone has to learn, we don't know it all we like to think we do haha 🇬🇧 🇬🇧 🇬🇧

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and commenting on my video. This is a close tie for number one on what is my worst produced video! Your comment is very true!

  • @slipperyhand
    @slipperyhand 4 роки тому +2

    Just made shift longer, now its easier to shift from backseat

  • @felitsboosted3480
    @felitsboosted3480 4 роки тому

    Excellent video friend, I have a Volkswagen known in Mexico as "Derby" and it shares many things with the MK4, I guess this short shifter will also fit

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  4 роки тому +1

      dont use this one. Get dieselgeek sigma 5 shifter

    • @felitsboosted3480
      @felitsboosted3480 4 роки тому

      Model 2003 bro, my original shifter it is the same as the video

    • @INJENOCTANE
      @INJENOCTANE 3 роки тому

      @@felitsboosted3480 es la misma palanca, ya la pusiste?

  • @randybrumlow1096
    @randybrumlow1096 5 років тому +24

    If ur putting one of these in please please watch a different video

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому +5

      Post up your video on it or post up the one that is better.

    • @btmeimshxdow3929
      @btmeimshxdow3929 3 роки тому +1

      He did fine if you cant understand it your jus an idiot and cant do it better theres a reason your here

    • @jamesknopps4583
      @jamesknopps4583 3 роки тому +1

      @@btmeimshxdow3929 much easier ways to do it lol don't have to take the shifter box out of the car lol

    • @fruitfulfigtree2195
      @fruitfulfigtree2195 3 роки тому

      @@jamesknopps4583 is there a video on that because i just bought this for my beetle and by the seems of all that work im lost

    • @jamesknopps4583
      @jamesknopps4583 3 роки тому

      @@fruitfulfigtree2195 look up diesel brothers

  • @juanpiscena7712
    @juanpiscena7712 4 роки тому +1

    where can I buy

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  4 роки тому

      Actually you'd probably be better off with the short throw shifter kit from dieselgeek.com

  • @brunothebear4267
    @brunothebear4267 6 років тому

    As I’m sure you know, to put many VWs in reverse you have to push down and pretty much put it into first gear. How would this aftermarket short shifter be able to adapt to that? Would it still allow the shifter to be pushed up on the shaft when you push it down? I’m not sure if im explaining it right but I’m essentially asking how that reverse style would translate to this aftermarket shifter.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  6 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching. watch at 14:48 and I show you how it does it.

    • @shoopdawooplazars
      @shoopdawooplazars 6 років тому +1

      The metal collar that gets installed is what dictates how reverse is selected. On the stock assembly the collar has a cutout that forces the driver to select reverse by pressing down. On the aftermarket assembly the collar is bent so that it is raised. This raise dictates that the purple over shaft must be lifted over the bent portion of the collar in order to access reverse. This shift assembly changes the way that reverse is accessed entirely.

    • @MFullaStyle
      @MFullaStyle 6 років тому

      Correction
      Push down go all the way left then up

  • @stantonshakespeare4530
    @stantonshakespeare4530 5 років тому

    How do you adjust the cables now without the locking pin on the inside?

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому

      trial and error.

    • @dunk5647
      @dunk5647 5 років тому

      I did trial and error

    • @dunk5647
      @dunk5647 5 років тому

      And I got a b&m one

  • @gabobravo5207
    @gabobravo5207 3 роки тому +1

    Buena idea, gracias. From México city.

  • @diegoespinoza6983
    @diegoespinoza6983 6 років тому

    How do you adjust your cables with this shifter, all the other videos are on the stock shifter

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  6 років тому

      Originally when you adjust the shifter you pin the shift tower at the trans and pin the shifter under the shift boot. Pinning it underk the shift boot holds the shifter in the neutral gate up against the reverse lock out. So since this shifter doesn't have the hole for pinning, you simply pin the shifter tower at the trans and have a helper hold the shifter in the neutral gate up against the reverse lockout (to the left), then adjust your cables just like its a stock shifter.

    • @brandonbarnes5585
      @brandonbarnes5585 5 років тому +1

      @@CoolAirVw move straight left or left and toward the driver like where the factory holes are?

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому

      @@brandonbarnes5585 left

  • @faded2060
    @faded2060 5 років тому

    How does the reverse gear work during this since it is push down to go i to reverse how would it be just pull up?

  • @rickhenry9869
    @rickhenry9869 4 роки тому +1

    next time take the torx that holds the first gear getter/ centering arm. it makes it a lot more simple.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  4 роки тому +2

      I wish I would have! Would have saved a whole lot of viewers time commenting! Thanks for watching! FYI., this shifter sucks! Go with the sigma 5 shifter from diesel geek.

  • @pablohumbertohernandez6964
    @pablohumbertohernandez6964 Рік тому +2

    Are you a mechanic?

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  Рік тому

      yeah, this video sucked didn't it. but in hindsight the shifter sucked too! it had problems then later customer decided to remove it and go back to stock.

  • @kevinmorales7533
    @kevinmorales7533 2 роки тому +2

    you are the best 💯💯

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому

      this is about the crappiest video I got. But thanks.

  • @fc3324041
    @fc3324041 2 роки тому

    Will it work with 02A shift box

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому

      I dont recommend this shifter at all. If you have a 02a I might suggest looking into upgrading the shift tower and cables with parts from 2001 -2004. After that the diesel geek shifter is good.

  • @tommyjscott
    @tommyjscott 5 років тому +3

    I do not believe you did this already lol

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому

      Certainly struggled, but I got it done.. Should have taken out the damned torx bolt.

  • @kriselliott5866
    @kriselliott5866 4 роки тому

    How do I get one of those shifters ?

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  4 роки тому +1

      Maybe look into diesel geek sigma 5 shifter.

  • @codycarrigan6287
    @codycarrigan6287 2 роки тому +1

    Fun fact, I believe the shifter mechanism is also the same on 05-06 mk5 jettas as well 🤙🏻

  • @Theorynaut
    @Theorynaut 6 років тому

    Would this work on a 2014 golf tdi mk6

  • @andreaguilar6685
    @andreaguilar6685 6 років тому

    I installed the shifter all gears work fine but i have no reverse lockout it just goes into reverse without pulling or pushing up or down. I installed the plate and everything properly but i dont understand why it does this

    • @bertmollar
      @bertmollar 5 років тому +2

      You probably installed the purple part upside down.

  • @ashercohen4739
    @ashercohen4739 3 роки тому

    Dreams come true well done

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  3 роки тому

      This is one of my worst video's. Thanks for the comment.

  • @8kgamerleo169
    @8kgamerleo169 2 роки тому +1

    Great video

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому

      this is my worst video! But thanks for watching.

  • @wesfrazier5739
    @wesfrazier5739 5 років тому +2

    Man! You must get about three grand for all that! LOL

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому

      LOL! Thanks for watching.

  • @ChromCroc337
    @ChromCroc337 10 місяців тому

    I got my mk4 from a guy and Someone changed the stock shifter to this exact one and it’s garbage. Who would go through all the trouble just to have a trash shifter🤦🏽‍♂️

  • @ckman4106
    @ckman4106 4 роки тому +1

    I love it 😍

  • @joeywlliamson3379
    @joeywlliamson3379 2 роки тому +1

    It was so painful watching you struggle with such a simple task. Work harder, not smarter?

  • @Prow91
    @Prow91 6 років тому +6

    Wrong Volkswagen’s don’t go in reverse like most cars, you have to push down on the shift knob and go like your trying to put the car in first gear. I personally wouldn’t let you do anything to my car much less pay you to, not because of you being wrong but because of the way you treat the customers property, throwing the shift knob on the hard ground while touching everything with greasy ass hands? Also half the time it looks like your learning as you go just to try and figure out how it goes together which I do give you credit for finishing the job.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  6 років тому +7

      thanks for your comment, Zach. I own about 11 mk4 jetta's of which half are manual trans so I assure you I know how to put one in reverse. Plus I run a Vw specialty shop so I think I know how it works. I would assume Zach is commenting regarding 14:42. This type of aftermarket shifter is different from the factory set up and has a different reverse lockout. On this shifter you pull up on the collar to make it go in reverse. Obviously Zach has never installed a aftermarket shifter like this, and never even driven one or else he would know this. Zach makes a comment because hes so dang sure, but he is so dang wrong, which makes him look like he is sticking his foot in his mouth. Anyone on the internet can comment, even if they don't know and have no experience, and are free to just throw any comment out there, despite whether they know anything or not. That's the beauty of the internet.

    • @BOHICA_
      @BOHICA_ 6 років тому +2

      +zack prow
      What a douche comment. I've seen his other videos and they are very helpful. Nothing you are saying makes a difference.

    • @kyledelancey9430
      @kyledelancey9430 6 років тому +2

      dude you are clueless

    • @MattVerseGamesTV
      @MattVerseGamesTV 6 років тому

      @zack 🤦🏻‍♂️ 🤦🏻‍♂️ 🤦🏻‍♂️

  • @aromero9243
    @aromero9243 2 місяці тому

    @12 minutes. take the damn T25 screw off so you don't struggle. geeze!

  • @975na
    @975na 5 років тому +2

    all this BS for a shifter, F vw'S

  • @sandorszobodek9206
    @sandorszobodek9206 6 років тому

    ez egy kontár xD :D hát úgy fogja meg feszegeti hogy látszik rajta hogy kb fingja nincs neki hogy mit csinál :D kész vicc

  • @chunkbrownstain5792
    @chunkbrownstain5792 4 роки тому +1

    99% completely unnecessary steps every thing can be removed from inside all you have to do is drill out the flat side to access the vertical bushing lol

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  4 роки тому +1

      Hey! Nice tip. Post up a video.

  • @SunRunner-TVchannel
    @SunRunner-TVchannel Рік тому

    Super the best

  • @dontchangethisdontchangeth9337
    @dontchangethisdontchangeth9337 3 роки тому +1

    U kick ass..🖒🖒

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому

      This is my worst video, and dont use this shifter.

  • @brianbaney2360
    @brianbaney2360 5 років тому +1

    Dam dosent look like its worth the hassle lol

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому +1

      Diesel geek kit is easier to install.

  • @xperia5295
    @xperia5295 5 років тому +2

    Aaaaaand this is why I don’t let shops touch my vehicles. This dude has no idea what he’s doing

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому +1

      Dont be That Guy.

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  5 років тому

      I'm making repair videos. Your watching them.? Hmmmmnn??

  • @pepo6528
    @pepo6528 3 роки тому

    🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @CoolAirVw
      @CoolAirVw  2 роки тому

      dont use this shifter.