COBB adjustable STS impressions

Well, I just installed this:

http://cobbtuning.com/legacy/images/Billet-DA-Shifter-med-web.jpg

and I have to say it's awesome. I have installed short throw shifters in other cars, but I've never had an adjustable one. After installing and setting it up, I can't imagine why I'd ever use anything but this design ever again! Seriously, why put up with a throw distance or shifter height that someone else has chosen? For all I know, after all the tweaking, I may have ended up with the identical specs as the kartboy or STi, but seeing as I'm 6'8" with monkey arms, I doubt it. Being able to adjust the throw length and overall height makes this shifter the perfect choice, for me anyway.

 

That is all, carry on.

Interesting that cobb lists it as for the 06, no mention of the 05. I wonder if thats an oversight or if something is really different.

Interesting that cobb lists it as for the 06, no mention of the 05. I wonder if thats an oversight or if something is really different.

Can't see how it wouldn't fit in the '05, I followed the how-to from an '05 and everything was where it was supposed to be.

It sure looks nice. Too bad nobody will ever see it after it's been installed

Looks like they changed it. That looks different then my Cobb STS

yea thats a different design

Looks like they changed it. That looks different then my Cobb STS

Yep, new deisgn. It uses a 3mm hex to adjust the throw and shifter height instead of the old jam nuts. Both features can be adjusted after the shifter is installed.

Damn

I have updated our site to include both the 2005 and the 2006 models. It was a mistake on my part.

 

Glad to see you all like the new design.

 

Justin

COBB Tuning

Thats sweet. I was planning on getting a kartboy for myself as a christmas persent but I think I like this better. Did you do the bushings also? I'd be interested to know how much they improve the shifter feel. Whats involved with doing adjustments once the shifter is installed, just removing the boot?

Thats sweet. I was planning on getting a kartboy for myself as a christmas persent but I think I like this better. Did you do the bushings also? I'd be interested to know how much they improve the shifter feel. Whats involved with doing adjustments once the shifter is installed, just removing the boot?

 

I Installed the shifter, but left the boot and trim off while I adjusted for the right feel. I have not installed the bushings, yet. I plan on installing front bushings only (no rears) as soon as I get a free moment in a clean, warm garage.

Justin you have a PM

Well, I just installed this:

http://cobbtuning.com/legacy/images/Billet-DA-Shifter-med-web.jpg

and I have to say it's awesome. I have installed short throw shifters in other cars, but I've never had an adjustable one. After installing and setting it up, I can't imagine why I'd ever use anything but this design ever again! Seriously, why put up with a throw distance or shifter height that someone else has chosen? For all I know, after all the tweaking, I may have ended up with the identical specs as the kartboy or STi, but seeing as I'm 6'8" with monkey arms, I doubt it. Being able to adjust the throw length and overall height makes this shifter the perfect choice, for me anyway.

 

That is all, carry on.

 

can you please post pics...preferabbly a side profile shot... thanks.

Well, I just installed this:

http://cobbtuning.com/legacy/images/Billet-DA-Shifter-med-web.jpg

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How are things working out with the shifter after 4 months.

Did you just replaced the shifter and bushings?

Should I get the "UPGRADED TRANSMISSION MOUNT (GpN STI)" also?

http://cobbtuning.com/legacy/drivetrain-i.html#shifter

I still like it a lot. I installed just the shifter originally, but have since uupgraded the front shifter bushings. I personally felt no difference with the new bushings. I have no experience with the STi trans mount and probably won't install one unless I'm convinced otherwise.

Not to steal any thunder, but I installed mine this weekend two. I had the Old cobb design in the 05, and now have this new design....it's BRILLANT, be'n able to adjust the height and throw without having to take the rod out is just freak'n awesome.....Cobb def nailed this design perfectly.....

 

Here are some shots of mine

 

 

A few more : http://www.pimpmyauto.com/bpic_sts.htm

 

As for the tranny mount, I had it in my old car......With the STS and the Bushings that I have now (like stated before) The tranny mount isn't needed. But it's a pretty easy install and is a cheap part, and will give a tad more accuracy.......so if you wanna go right ahead and report back....

^ what gear are you in for those pics? I shortened my throw and dropped the height some and second is way back while first looks like neutral. I had the same deal with my CRX, so it doesn't matter to me (I'm used to it), but it confused the heck out of people who drove my car.

^ Yup its in neutral

I'm reading the install instructions on my NEW Cobb STS!!!!!!!!!!!

 

Just got it today!!!

 

I heard so much about how this is a must that I thought I'd better do it.

 

I don't really want any problems!!!

 

How long should this install take?

 

Also did any of you have to do any trimming or removing of factory things?

 

The instructions speak of it bu I don't really have trimming and deburring tools at my home garage. Didn't really want to turn this into a fabrication project. I was hoping for a quick swap in and worry free job!!!

 

Any suggestions?

 

I've also PM'ed about a 40 people so sorry if this is a repeat.

 

thanks

My install took probably half an hour. I didn't trim the plate that others often mention - it just happens to be that the way I've got the shifter adjusted, it doesn't rattle or anything. Your mileage may vary.