Steeda Tri-Ax?

PowerShiftz02GT · November 24th, 2007, 07:17 PM

Ive been hearing alot about this shifter. I understang its a short throw, but what else does it do? It says ill never miss a shift again. for ex. im always afraid when im shifting if i shift fast and am not thinking one day im gunna shift into first when i want to go to 3rd on accident. Will this shifter prevent me from doing that or something, i dont know how it would but idk?

Is this easy to install and by easy i mean like retarded easy. or would i have to take it to a shop to install.

thanks

RC02GT · November 24th, 2007, 07:25 PM

Its shorter shifts and prevents you from missing 2nd to 3rd shifts, tighter shifter. Its not hard to install, I have the MGW shifter and installed it in about 45 mintues. MGW and Steeda seem to be the best in most peoples opinions, your gonna hear Steeda FTW and MGW FTW. Its definately a great mod.

silvergtstang99 · November 24th, 2007, 07:26 PM

haha you saw the video on youtube didn't you. It was pretty persuasive im not gonna lie. I personally have not had experience, but from what ive heard/read you just need basic tools. If you can change a tire you can change your shifter lol.

JaxnsGT · November 24th, 2007, 07:26 PM

install is pretty easy. i don't race my GT but my uncle said it was one of the first mods to do and its nice but i don't find it completley necessary. it is spring loaded so it shifts from 2nd to 3rd by pushing straight up on it instead of over and then up.

PowerShiftz02GT · November 24th, 2007, 07:29 PM

Originally Posted by JaxnsGT

install is pretty easy. i don't race my GT but my uncle said it was one of the first mods to do and its nice but i don't find it completley necessary. it is spring loaded so it shifts from 2nd to 3rd by pushing straight up on it instead of over and then up.

Oh wow, you dont have to shift over. that could take some time to get used to. hmm.

RC02GT · November 24th, 2007, 07:29 PM

Yes its nothing to it, just taking off a few bolts, the hardest thing is getting the old shifter off, its stuck on there pretty good. IMO its a great mod if you can take less time with your foot off the gas, your gonna be quicker.

PowerShiftz02GT · November 24th, 2007, 07:33 PM

Originally Posted by RC02GT

Yes its nothing to it, just taking off a few bolts, the hardest thing is getting the old shifter off, its stuck on there pretty good. IMO its a great mod if you can take less time with your foot off the gas, your gonna be quicker.

yes it sounds liek its just a couple of bolts. i think id be able to do it. its sounds pretty good to get.

Question. If yoru in 2nd gear and you wanna go to 3rd all you have to do is push straight up someone said. So what is the pattern of the numbers then. I mean 2nd gear is under 1. 4 is under 3.....

RC02GT · November 24th, 2007, 07:38 PM

No, I think its confusing you, its not EXACTLY straight up and down, just a whole lot easier to shift into gears, its just not SO much over to the right and then up as the stock one.

TheBusher · November 24th, 2007, 07:51 PM

Shifting into third isn't straight up like RC said, but it's close. If I'm speed/power shifting I put the heel of my hand on the back of the shift knob, and push straight up and a little to the right. It doesn't take much though. If you're really worried about how to make a quick shift from 2-3, just take it easy for the first week or two until you get used to the placement of the gears.

lonestarrider · November 24th, 2007, 08:31 PM

you'll feel a big difference in the shifts. Ford should've installed it in the factory.

JaxnsGT · November 24th, 2007, 09:15 PM

on my tri ax you just jam it straight forward in 2nd to 3rd. no pushing over at all

gsjohnson · November 24th, 2007, 09:20 PM

Not trying to hi-jack the thread, but what about the Roush shifter? Any good? I also understand that there are two types available? Does anyone have any experience with these Roush shifters?

PowerShiftz02GT · November 24th, 2007, 11:58 PM

hmm, thanks guys. guys helped me out alot. this spring im gunna apply to be a porter again at a Dodge or ford dealership soo im sure someone will have one ill be able to try out.

PowerShiftz02GT · November 24th, 2007, 11:59 PM

Originally Posted by gsjohnson

Not trying to hi-jack the thread, but what about the Roush shifter? Any good? I also understand that there are two types available? Does anyone have any experience with these Roush shifters?

No problem man. Ask away.

FOR POINT SIX · November 25th, 2007, 04:12 AM

Originally Posted by gsjohnson

Not trying to hi-jack the thread, but what about the Roush shifter? Any good? I also understand that there are two types available? Does anyone have any experience with these Roush shifters?

Its my understanding that the Roush shifter is really a Hurst. Someone chime in if I am wrong about this.

Originally Posted by PowerShiftz02GT

Ive been hearing alot about this shifter. I understang its a short throw, but what else does it do? It says ill never miss a shift again. for ex. im always afraid when im shifting if i shift fast and am not thinking one day im gunna shift into first when i want to go to 3rd on accident. Will this shifter prevent me from doing that or something, i dont know how it would but idk?

Is this easy to install and by easy i mean like retarded easy. or would i have to take it to a shop to install.

thanks

I run the Tri-Ax, it is a great shifter. I have never missed 2nd to 3rd shift.

04GTAMPA · November 25th, 2007, 01:47 PM

I've actually missed third when racing because I pull too much to the right and hit between third and fifth. It will be a lot closer and really, all you have to do is bring it up from second, it is perfectly lined (when in the center) under third and above fourth.

MineralGreyGT · November 26th, 2007, 07:34 AM

REMEMBER! when changing the shifter to carry over the plastic cap on the bottom of the old shifter to the new, btw I also have a Tri-Ax and no complaints what so ever, your also going to need some silicon gasket maker, dirt cheap! have fun!

weems · November 26th, 2007, 09:08 AM

Originally Posted by 04GTAMPA

I've actually missed third when racing because I pull too much to the right and hit between third and fifth. It will be a lot closer and really, all you have to do is bring it up from second, it is perfectly lined (when in the center) under third and above fourth.

i did this quite a few times when i first got my triax

GTsetGO · November 26th, 2007, 09:20 AM

It's a great mod. I have it and love it. shifting is so much easier and faster.

weems · November 26th, 2007, 10:37 AM

i do agree its a great mod and once you get used to it its so much better than the stock shifter..

November 24th, 2007, 07:17 PM	#1
PowerShiftz02GT MM Fanatic 2002 Mustang GT Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,204 iTrader: 13 reviews	Steeda Tri-Ax? Ive been hearing alot about this shifter. I understang its a short throw, but what else does it do? It says ill never miss a shift again. for ex. im always afraid when im shifting if i shift fast and am not thinking one day im gunna shift into first when i want to go to 3rd on accident. Will this shifter prevent me from doing that or something, i dont know how it would but idk? Is this easy to install and by easy i mean like retarded easy. or would i have to take it to a shop to install. thanks __________________ Last edited by PowerShiftz02GT; November 24th, 2007 at 07:23 PM.

November 24th, 2007, 07:25 PM	#2
RC02GT Hardcore Enthusiast 2006 Saleen s/c Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 1,128 iTrader: 0 reviews	Its shorter shifts and prevents you from missing 2nd to 3rd shifts, tighter shifter. Its not hard to install, I have the MGW shifter and installed it in about 45 mintues. MGW and Steeda seem to be the best in most peoples opinions, your gonna hear Steeda FTW and MGW FTW. Its definately a great mod. __________________ 06 Saleen s281: 3.4 pulley, 39lb inj. KB BAP, steeda cai, steeda belt tensioner, saleen extreme inlet tube, bassani x, magnaflow, MGW, brenspeed tune

November 24th, 2007, 07:29 PM	#6
RC02GT Hardcore Enthusiast 2006 Saleen s/c Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 1,128 iTrader: 0 reviews	Yes its nothing to it, just taking off a few bolts, the hardest thing is getting the old shifter off, its stuck on there pretty good. IMO its a great mod if you can take less time with your foot off the gas, your gonna be quicker. __________________ 06 Saleen s281: 3.4 pulley, 39lb inj. KB BAP, steeda cai, steeda belt tensioner, saleen extreme inlet tube, bassani x, magnaflow, MGW, brenspeed tune

November 24th, 2007, 07:38 PM	#8
RC02GT Hardcore Enthusiast 2006 Saleen s/c Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 1,128 iTrader: 0 reviews	No, I think its confusing you, its not EXACTLY straight up and down, just a whole lot easier to shift into gears, its just not SO much over to the right and then up as the stock one. __________________ 06 Saleen s281: 3.4 pulley, 39lb inj. KB BAP, steeda cai, steeda belt tensioner, saleen extreme inlet tube, bassani x, magnaflow, MGW, brenspeed tune

November 24th, 2007, 08:31 PM	#10
lonestarrider Regular Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 360 iTrader: 0 reviews	you'll feel a big difference in the shifts. Ford should've installed it in the factory. __________________ 2003 Sonic Blue Mustang GT Steeda cold air intake Bassani off-road x-pipe Magnapacks Steeda Tri-Ax Shifter

November 24th, 2007, 07:26 PM	#4
JaxnsGT Regular 2003 Mach 1 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 234 iTrader: 0 reviews	install is pretty easy. i don't race my GT but my uncle said it was one of the first mods to do and its nice but i don't find it completley necessary. it is spring loaded so it shifts from 2nd to 3rd by pushing straight up on it instead of over and then up.

November 24th, 2007, 07:51 PM	#9
TheBusher Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Chevrolet Impala ??? Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Fort Collins, Colorado Posts: 2,241 iTrader: 0 reviews	Shifting into third isn't straight up like RC said, but it's close. If I'm speed/power shifting I put the heel of my hand on the back of the shift knob, and push straight up and a little to the right. It doesn't take much though. If you're really worried about how to make a quick shift from 2-3, just take it easy for the first week or two until you get used to the placement of the gears.

November 24th, 2007, 09:15 PM	#11
JaxnsGT Regular 2003 Mach 1 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 234 iTrader: 0 reviews	on my tri ax you just jam it straight forward in 2nd to 3rd. no pushing over at all

November 24th, 2007, 09:20 PM	#12
gsjohnson Enthusiast Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Woodland Hills, CA Posts: 682 iTrader: 0 reviews	Not trying to hi-jack the thread, but what about the Roush shifter? Any good? I also understand that there are two types available? Does anyone have any experience with these Roush shifters? __________________ 2004 Mustang GT The difference between a girlfriend and wife is about 50 pounds.

November 24th, 2007, 11:58 PM	#13
PowerShiftz02GT MM Fanatic 2002 Mustang GT Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,204 iTrader: 13 reviews	hmm, thanks guys. guys helped me out alot. this spring im gunna apply to be a porter again at a Dodge or ford dealership soo im sure someone will have one ill be able to try out. __________________

November 25th, 2007, 01:47 PM	#16
04GTAMPA Hardcore Enthusiast 2001 Mustang SVT Cobra Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Riverview, FL Posts: 2,742 iTrader: 1 reviews	I've actually missed third when racing because I pull too much to the right and hit between third and fifth. It will be a lot closer and really, all you have to do is bring it up from second, it is perfectly lined (when in the center) under third and above fourth. __________________ Slow, really slow Cobra. Wanna see? MM Cobra Club Member #81 "TAMPA BAY AREA CREW"

November 26th, 2007, 07:34 AM	#17
MineralGreyGT Premium Member 2002 Mustang GT .... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DartsMouth, MA Posts: 1,380 iTrader: 3 reviews	REMEMBER! when changing the shifter to carry over the plastic cap on the bottom of the old shifter to the new, btw I also have a Tri-Ax and no complaints what so ever, your also going to need some silicon gasket maker, dirt cheap! have fun!

November 26th, 2007, 09:20 AM	#19
GTsetGO Cigar Assassin 2004 Mustang GT 12.88 @ 112 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: A Galaxy Far, Far Away Posts: 14,083 iTrader: 10 reviews	It's a great mod. I have it and love it. shifting is so much easier and faster. __________________ Cigar Samplers for Sale 2008 Acura TL-S - 2008 Honda Pilot EX-SE - 2008 Cain F Big Bear Paradox

November 26th, 2007, 10:37 AM	#20
weems Tech Exchange Head Honcho 2003 SVT Cobra 11.70 @ 121 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Forsyth/Statesboro, GA Posts: 9,176 iTrader: 3 reviews	i do agree its a great mod and once you get used to it its so much better than the stock shifter..

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