Steeda Tri-Ax Install

Beau · Jan 23, 2004

Well its waiting for me at home right now. Does anyone have any hints/tips/tricks/suggestions for the install?

scalder · Jan 23, 2004

It's a very easy and straightforward install. The most difficult part a lot of times is busting loose the original shifter base from the tranny. Make sure to put a good bead of sealant down when you're installing the triax to the tranny. The triax can be pretty noisy, so you may want to wrap the handle at the base where it bolts on (and before you bolt the two pieces together) with some tape to shut it up. Then just adjust the positive stop bolts and you're good to go....enjoy! Check the search function too for lots of tips...

Beau · Jan 23, 2004

any specific sealer that you recommend?

mrvax · Jan 23, 2004

If I remember right, you have to stop off at an autoparts store for some silicone sealer (use black in case you have to swap back under warentee) and maybe some non-permanent Loctite.

Beau · Jan 23, 2004

mrvax said:
If I remember right, you have to stop off at an autoparts store for some silicone sealer (use black in case you have to swap back under warentee) and maybe some non-permanent Loctite.

oh ok great..does the silicone sealer require any "drying time" or anything like that? i was planning the install for tomorrow morning and would like to be able to drive the car to work in the afternoon.

scalder · Jan 23, 2004

You're pretty much good to go once the install is complete...correct me if I am wrong, but I have never had to wait around...

Beau · Jan 23, 2004

from what i've heard its totally ok to test drive it as soon as you finish the install but i'm just trying to be through and not screw it up

XTONKAX · Jan 23, 2004

1990StangLX said:
from what i've heard its totally ok to test drive it as soon as you finish the install but i'm just trying to be through and not screw it up

Very difficult to screw it up. This was my very first modification, and at the time I knew nothing about modifying. Just make sure you follow the instructions about the stop bolts. (Yeah, I know... can of worms there). Shift through the gears a few times before going, then have fun! I've had mine in for a couple years now with no problems.

Beau · Jan 23, 2004

XTONKAX said:
Very difficult to screw it up. This was my very first modification, and at the time I knew nothing about modifying. Just make sure you follow the instructions about the stop bolts. (Yeah, I know... can of worms there). Shift through the gears a few times before going, then have fun! I've had mine in for a couple years now with no problems.

i've done a few mods already so i am not totally unfamiliar, but i have never done something like this before so i figured if people had any tricks or tips they could share them. but from what you and others have posted, it seems to be a very straightforward install

XTONKAX · Jan 23, 2004

You don't fully appreciate the Shifter Mod until you drive another Mustang with the stocker. Have fun with it, and do try to stay focused until you can get home and play!

Beau · Jan 23, 2004

XTONKAX said:
You don't fully appreciate the Shifter Mod until you drive another Mustang with the stocker. Have fun with it, and do try to stay focused until you can get home and play!

lol i've driven by brother's BMW and its got a very short shifter, so i cant wait to have a shorter shift. i hate the long throw so much..it just feels awkward

2013 Geee T · Jan 23, 2004

Step by step instructions:

http://www.stangnet.com/tech/triax.html

Beau · Jan 23, 2004

2001 Geee T said:
Step by step instructions:

http://www.stangnet.com/tech/triax.html

wow i never knew that existed..thank you

StangLou · Jan 23, 2004

Its pretty straight forward, just the hardest part is getting the old factory one off. That itself took me 15 mins and I dinged the crap out of the base. So much for me swapping my factory back on lol. If you reuse both black rubber pieces, you wont hear hardly any noise at all. I put both back on, the a month or so later, took off the top rubber piece. There is a good bit more noise, but it doesnt bother me, plus it just feels smoother to shift since it doesnt have that extra piece of rubber adding some resistance. I also put my handle on the left side to start with, then swithced it to the right side the second time. I have left it on the right since then because it seemed to make a ton of difference for me. Made shifting a lot smoother and its just a more natural position for my hand
Good luck, and have fun with it. This is what makes our cars so fun to play with .

scalder · Jan 23, 2004

Definitely mount it on the RIGHT side for sure...like Stanglou says, it makes a BIG difference!

Beau · Jan 23, 2004

scalder said:
Definitely mount it on the RIGHT side for sure...like Stanglou says, it makes a BIG difference!

left side/right side of what? the shifter arm?

Teen'93stang5.0 · Jan 23, 2004

2013 Geee T · Jan 23, 2004

What kind of difference does mounting it on the right make? Doesnt it make it farther away from your hand?

DerekStangGT · Jan 23, 2004

2001 Geee T said:
What kind of difference does mounting it on the right make? Doesnt it make it farther away from your hand?

i put the handle on the left side so it would be closer to reach.
here are some tips: you might need a buddy to pull off the stocker, but if its only an 03, it might be looser than my '00. another thing that was a problem for me were the stop bolts. MAKE SURE YOU SET THEM EXACTLY HOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SAY, AND BE SURE THEY ARE TIGHT!!! you may need a needle-nose plyer to hold the nut in place while you turn the bolt. the day after my install, the lower bolt came loose and i couldnt use 2nd, 4th, or reverse the whole ride home from work. i was scared going down the highway!! anyway, its a pretty easy install, except for the things ive said. if you know jack about modding (like i did) expect to spend about 2.5-3 hours on the install. and its ok to drive right after the install. oh, one more thing, make sure the car is cooled down before you tackle ine shifter, that tranny/stock shifter can get pretty hot. other than that, have fun and enjoy your new shifts!

Cars&Guitars · Jan 23, 2004

scalder said:
It's a very easy and straightforward install. The most difficult part a lot of times is busting loose the original shifter base from the tranny. Make sure to put a good bead of sealant down when you're installing the triax to the tranny. The triax can be pretty noisy, so you may want to wrap the handle at the base where it bolts on (and before you bolt the two pieces together) with some tape to shut it up. Then just adjust the positive stop bolts and you're good to go....enjoy! Check the search function too for lots of tips...

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