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1997 240SX SE · 09-08-2002, 07:53 AM

I did a search here and found that not many people ask about this topic. I also did a search on the web and found nothing so far. I plan on keeping my automatic because of the horrible traffic where I live but I was wondering if there is a shift kit available for our cars???

DriftMonkey · 09-08-2002, 11:37 AM

what exactly do you mean by "shift kit"...do you want a slap stick automatic....i've seen B&M slap stick shifters for sale so you might wnna check them out...if thats not what you mean then can you elaborate a little more..

philipwight · 09-08-2002, 11:50 AM

When you say "Shift Kit"  are you talking about a kit that gives you firmer shift?  If so i have never seen one but all they really are is a piece that goes in the tranny that is drilled out just allitle bit more than stock so more transmision fluid is pushed trought that hole quicker.  If you went to your local import tranny specialist he could probably do it or tell you it is impossible.

BEISSEN · 09-08-2002, 06:03 PM

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">When you say "Shift Kit"  are you talking about a kit that gives you firmer shift?  If so i have never seen one but all they really are is a piece that goes in the tranny that is drilled out just allitle bit more than stock so more transmision fluid is pushed trought that hole quicker.  If you went to your local import tranny specialist he could probably do it or tell you it is impossible.</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'></span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">what exactly do you mean by "shift kit"...do you want a slap stick automatic....i've seen B&M slap stick shifters for sale so you might wnna check them out...if thats not what you mean then can you elaborate a little more..</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'>

What he is reffering to if i am correct is a kit like where yo can shift as you do in a 5 speed but you wont miss a gear they have them for a the muscel cars and such so its like having a clutchless shifter.But i dont believe they have one for our car.

DriftMonkey · 09-08-2002, 06:10 PM

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">What he is reffering to if i am correct is a kit like where yo can shift as you do in a 5 speed but you wont miss a gear they have them for a the muscel cars and such so its like having a clutchless shifter.But i dont believe they have one for our car.

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i call it a slap stick automatic...you just push it progressively through each gear....ive seen on a friends trans am i think..

guidot · 09-08-2002, 06:23 PM

The "shift kit" he is refering to is one for the trannies of old, TH350's and TH500's. (chevy)  These kits allow the tranny to shift hard in any gear.  Put her in "D" and see how many times you can chirp 2nd in an auto!  I watched a K5 Blazer chirp through 3rd and take his front driveshaft out and do wheelies!  (it was lifted 4" and had a detroit locker too  <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/tounge.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='

'> ).
The 240 does not have one available.  But, if you remove the fuse for the tranny in the fuse box (I think, search amarok.org for the proper way) the auto tranny will shift just as hard as if you had a kit in it.  Might be good for drag racing.

sleek240 · 09-08-2002, 06:58 PM

yes there is a kit developed for our car... the internals of our trannys are basicly the same as a 90-91 300ZX turbo ..anyways try www.levelten.com..i have seen and driven in a 94 supra turbo with there tranny set up.. it was a rush ride...its not cheap.. but well worth it ...

Fresh 240SX · 09-09-2002, 06:08 PM

What would the pros and cons be of that tranny fuse removal?
anything that makes it run harder must have side effects

1997 240SX SE · 09-10-2002, 10:05 PM

Sorry I took so long to reply but thanks for all the replies..Guidot hit it. That's what I mean by shift kit. I also checked out the www.levelten.com website too and I think I might look in to something there. I would like to convert to 5-speed but I deal with a shit load of traffic every morning on my way to work so that's out of the question.

AKADriver · 09-11-2002, 12:10 AM

The 'tranny fuse' is actually the fuse for a solenoid mounted to your driver's side inner fender.  IIRC it regulates maximum transmission fluid pressure; unplugging it gives maximum pressure for firmer shifts.

The increased pressure will eventually do damage to the transmission.

A proper shift kit increases flow, not pressure, so there's less of an impact on durability.. in that case the only effect on durability is the faster shifts' shocking the driveline.

*nismo270r* · 09-11-2002, 12:28 AM

Marty King has one on his '98 Auto 240 KA Turbo...I don't know much about it, but it does make a difference.  Here's his page:

Marty's Site

jOeHaCk98 · 09-11-2002, 08:38 AM

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (1997 240SX SE @ Sep. 10 2002,11:05)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Sorry I took so long to reply but thanks for all the replies..Guidot hit it. That's what I mean by shift kit. I also checked out the www.levelten.com website too and I think I might look in to something there. I would like to convert to 5-speed but I deal with a shit load of traffic every morning on my way to work so that's out of the question.</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'>
That shouldn't be your reason. You get used to it. Driving in LA/ Bay area trafic with a 6 puck. No problems, you just learn to drive it different. That is the way i see it. Real men drive stick ya know <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='

'>

importcargarage · 09-11-2002, 01:23 PM

I have a Level 10 valvebody in my 98...... great stuff... Check out my website and I have a link to level 10's home page..

Marty

09-08-2002, 11:37 AM	#2
DriftMonkey Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North East Posts: 256 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	what exactly do you mean by "shift kit"...do you want a slap stick automatic....i've seen B&M slap stick shifters for sale so you might wnna check them out...if thats not what you mean then can you elaborate a little more.. __________________ Coastek240 still owes me a bumper or 82 bucks, which ever he decieds to send first.

09-08-2002, 11:50 AM	#3
philipwight Leaky Injector Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 60 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	When you say "Shift Kit"  are you talking about a kit that gives you firmer shift?  If so i have never seen one but all they really are is a piece that goes in the tranny that is drilled out just allitle bit more than stock so more transmision fluid is pushed trought that hole quicker.  If you went to your local import tranny specialist he could probably do it or tell you it is impossible. __________________ 1993 Nissan 240sx -KAAZ 2-way -crystal clear H4 upgraded lights -sportline springs-tokico blue struts -(1)JL audio 12w3 in bandpass box-Rockford 500x-Infinity 4x6 -clarion Rdx765Dz head unit

09-08-2002, 06:10 PM	#5
DriftMonkey Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North East Posts: 256 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">What he is reffering to if i am correct is a kit like where yo can shift as you do in a 5 speed but you wont miss a gear they have them for a the muscel cars and such so its like having a clutchless shifter.But i dont believe they have one for our car. </td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'> i call it a slap stick automatic...you just push it progressively through each gear....ive seen on a friends trans am i think.. __________________ Coastek240 still owes me a bumper or 82 bucks, which ever he decieds to send first.

09-08-2002, 06:23 PM	#6
guidot Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Cape Cod, MA Age: 42 Posts: 443 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The "shift kit" he is refering to is one for the trannies of old, TH350's and TH500's. (chevy)  These kits allow the tranny to shift hard in any gear.  Put her in "D" and see how many times you can chirp 2nd in an auto!  I watched a K5 Blazer chirp through 3rd and take his front driveshaft out and do wheelies!  (it was lifted 4" and had a detroit locker too  <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/tounge.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''> ). The 240 does not have one available.  But, if you remove the fuse for the tranny in the fuse box (I think, search amarok.org for the proper way) the auto tranny will shift just as hard as if you had a kit in it.  Might be good for drag racing. __________________ -Jeff T. 96 240SX 240SXONE http://www.240sxone.com

09-09-2002, 06:08 PM	#8
Fresh 240SX Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Niagara Region, Canada Age: 37 Posts: 478 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	What would the pros and cons be of that tranny fuse removal? anything that makes it run harder must have side effects __________________

09-08-2002, 07:53 AM	#1
1997 240SX SE Leaky Injector Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 52 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I did a search here and found that not many people ask about this topic. I also did a search on the web and found nothing so far. I plan on keeping my automatic because of the horrible traffic where I live but I was wondering if there is a shift kit available for our cars???

09-08-2002, 06:03 PM	#4
BEISSEN Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Woodbridge,VA Age: 39 Posts: 1,028 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">When you say "Shift Kit"  are you talking about a kit that gives you firmer shift?  If so i have never seen one but all they really are is a piece that goes in the tranny that is drilled out just allitle bit more than stock so more transmision fluid is pushed trought that hole quicker.  If you went to your local import tranny specialist he could probably do it or tell you it is impossible.</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'></span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">what exactly do you mean by "shift kit"...do you want a slap stick automatic....i've seen B&M slap stick shifters for sale so you might wnna check them out...if thats not what you mean then can you elaborate a little more..</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'> What he is reffering to if i am correct is a kit like where yo can shift as you do in a 5 speed but you wont miss a gear they have them for a the muscel cars and such so its like having a clutchless shifter.But i dont believe they have one for our car.

09-08-2002, 06:58 PM	#7
sleek240 Leaky Injector Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: cinci ohio Age: 45 Posts: 103 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yes there is a kit developed for our car... the internals of our trannys are basicly the same as a 90-91 300ZX turbo ..anyways try www.levelten.com..i have seen and driven in a 94 supra turbo with there tranny set up.. it was a rush ride...its not cheap.. but well worth it ...

09-10-2002, 10:05 PM	#9
1997 240SX SE Leaky Injector Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 52 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Sorry I took so long to reply but thanks for all the replies..Guidot hit it. That's what I mean by shift kit. I also checked out the www.levelten.com website too and I think I might look in to something there. I would like to convert to 5-speed but I deal with a shit load of traffic every morning on my way to work so that's out of the question.

09-11-2002, 12:10 AM	#10
AKADriver Post Whore! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Springfield, VA Age: 39 Posts: 3,112 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The 'tranny fuse' is actually the fuse for a solenoid mounted to your driver's side inner fender.  IIRC it regulates maximum transmission fluid pressure; unplugging it gives maximum pressure for firmer shifts. The increased pressure will eventually do damage to the transmission. A proper shift kit increases flow, not pressure, so there's less of an impact on durability.. in that case the only effect on durability is the faster shifts' shocking the driveline.

09-11-2002, 12:28 AM	#11
nismo270r Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lafayette, IN Age: 41 Posts: 715 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Marty King has one on his '98 Auto 240 KA Turbo...I don't know much about it, but it does make a difference.  Here's his page: Marty's Site __________________ "Life is a bitch...be it's pimp!" APC = A Piece of Crap =P

09-11-2002, 08:38 AM	#12
jOeHaCk98 Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 730 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (1997 240SX SE @ Sep. 10 2002,11:05)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Sorry I took so long to reply but thanks for all the replies..Guidot hit it. That's what I mean by shift kit. I also checked out the www.levelten.com website too and I think I might look in to something there. I would like to convert to 5-speed but I deal with a shit load of traffic every morning on my way to work so that's out of the question.</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'> That shouldn't be your reason. You get used to it. Driving in LA/ Bay area trafic with a 6 puck. No problems, you just learn to drive it different. That is the way i see it. Real men drive stick ya know <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''>

09-11-2002, 01:23 PM	#13
importcargarage Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 27 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I have a Level 10 valvebody in my 98...... great stuff... Check out my website and I have a link to level 10's home page.. Marty __________________ http://www.importcargarage.com/kingsimportgar/icg.htm[br]http://www.importcargarage.com/kings...and_Events.htm

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