Aftermarket Shifter Noise

DocG · Jan 3, 2006

I know its normal for an aftermarket shifter to be noisy compared to factory...but can someone describe the type of noise? I have a pretty new MGW on mine...and can hear a whining type noise. Seems to increase with higher RPM's and if I put my hand on the shifter, it changes pitch. Its definetely from the new shifter. So is this noise normal or did I do something wrong on install?

tomustang · Jan 3, 2006

it's the sound of the tranny, you can hear everything inside better

another noise common is changing gears and hitting the handle on the stops making a metal-to-metal clankish sound

DocG · Jan 3, 2006

Well I left the stops out per MGW's and Tremec's recommendations since they say the 3650 has internal stops. I couldn't imagine how I screwed up an easy install like that, but wanted to consult:SNSign:

back_in_black · Jan 3, 2006

cobra bob over on svt performance.com makes and sells a gasket that quiets it down - I think he still does, take a look

DocG · Jan 3, 2006

Gasket similar to the one's at Mustangtuning http://www.mustangtuning.com/shbahaga.html ???

I'm gonna order from there, so I could just add it to the order...says use with Triax, but I'm guessing the base gasket would be the same either way.

Give Me TP · Jan 3, 2006

Yes, a gasket made for the Tremec 3650 should work with any aftermarket shifter.

white-04 · Jan 3, 2006

I noticed some more noise from the MGW as well. Luckily, the MGW is supposed to be quieter than most others....

Get some exhaust work done and you will barely hear it. I have Borlas Pro XS mufflers and a catted MRT H and I don't hear the tranny noise much.

xseler8 · Jan 3, 2006

DocG2828 said:
I know its normal for an aftermarket shifter to be noisy compared to factory...but can someone describe the type of noise? I have a pretty new MGW on mine...and can hear a whining type noise. Seems to increase with higher RPM's and if I put my hand on the shifter, it changes pitch. Its definetely from the new shifter. So is this noise normal or did I do something wrong on install?

I get a slight tapping sound on mine. The Pro50 I had before this sounded like a loud valve tap. Call George at MGW if you have any questions.
He'll gladly answer them.Enjoy your shifter.I'm enjoying mine.

DocG · Jan 3, 2006

I don't mind the noise really...with my busted cat rattling i'm used to odd noises. Just wanted to make sure that was the noise everyone talks about. Might pick up a gasket, then put it on when I go to change the tranny fluid down the road sometime. I'm itching for my cat-back...just waiting to pay off the credit cards first.

stangGT97 · Jan 3, 2006

xseler8 said:
I get a slight tapping sound on mine. The Pro50 I had before this sounded like a loud valve tap. Call George at MGW is you have any questions.
He'll gladly answer them.Enjoy your shifter.I'm enjoying mine.

woah I've had that same sound for the past year or so with my MGW and I was worrying that it was something with the motor... so the shifter itself causes that sound? weird!

BooWFO · Jan 3, 2006

I got no noise from my MGW.

tomustang · Jan 3, 2006

DocG2828 said:
I don't mind the noise really...with my busted cat rattling i'm used to odd noises.

one of the cat sheild welds probably broke off, usually happens when it get knocked around

Crzyhrse · Jan 3, 2006

I've had my MGW for almost 1 year and it's never made a peep.

DocG · Jan 3, 2006

tomustang said:
one of the cat sheild welds probably broke off, usually happens when it get knocked around

Well the dealer agreed to put on a whole new mid-pipe...but supposedly its been backordered now for 2 1/2 months

Actually on the phone with Ford themselves to discuss this...just give me an aftermarket mid-pipe and I'll be cool!

DocG · Jan 3, 2006

Crzyhrse said:
I've had my MGW for almost 1 year and it's never made a peep.

Maybe its all about the seal between shifter and tranny...although I used a bunch of RTV. Not much noise, but just a whine that's noticeable, esp at high rpms. Maybe my exhaust is just too quiet!

white-04 · Jan 3, 2006

Try to get the cost of the part from Ford. Making you deal with that under warranty is BS. Then you got the money for an upgrade!

Blinkstang · Jan 4, 2006

Crzyhrse said:
I've had my MGW for almost 1 year and it's never made a peep.

+1

FalconGuy016 · Jan 4, 2006

I got a slight noise increase with my MGW. Honestly I don't see how it's possible for it to not, but it's nothing I mind

sgarlic · Jan 4, 2006

No increased noise with my MGW. Actually probably quieter than stock. If you put the RTV on correctly, it's just as quiet as stock, no gasket required.

DocG · Jan 4, 2006

sgarlic said:
No increased noise with my MGW. Actually probably quieter than stock. If you put the RTV on correctly, it's just as quiet as stock, no gasket required.

Hmmm....so what are you trying to say, maybe we like the noise...maybe the noise is a good thing, actually, I think I got at least 2 rwhp from the increased noise. Unless its the fuzzy dice I hung from the mirror.

And.....neither Ford nor the dealer were interested in giving me the money or swapping it for an aftermarket part. Ford actually confirmed the backorder on the cats. Asked if the car was driveable. I said yes, but what would you do if it wasn't and was waiting 3 months for a part...would I get a loaner...and the woman said I'd have to deal with the dealer. I told her the dealer and Ford were both very lucky the car still runs.

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