Defenderworx Auto Shifter Install Questions???? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Toastylicious · 12-24-2011, 02:32 PM

So when I slide the bottom knuckle part of the shifter over the inner shifter, it only fits one way and thats with the set screws facing the rear. If I'm right aren't the set screws supposed to face my radio?

With it set up my shifter is basically backwards unless I'm just super retarded right now and I'm missing something completely obvious...

Any help would be great! Thanks I also would post pics but I'm away from my computer and using my phone.

camaro2lt · 12-28-2011, 11:31 PM

bumppp

Toastylicious · 12-30-2011, 10:33 PM

Anyone? Bump!!

camaro2lt · 12-30-2011, 10:37 PM

i cant figure out how to install mine too

NicoleSS2RS · 02-03-2012, 05:51 AM

I think you just have to turn the base around. I installed mine but noticed flakes of chrome coming off the base by the black rings. Does yours look like this before you installed it?

sappy · 03-13-2013, 08:48 PM

are there any video's or pics of the install.. i have been searching and cant seem to find anything.

nyrfan · 03-13-2013, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sappy

are there any video's or pics of the install.. i have been searching and cant seem to find anything.

There is no need for a video, this is so easy a 1 armed caveman can do it.

sappy · 03-13-2013, 09:06 PM

ok i will head out to the camaro now to take a look.

sappy · 03-13-2013, 11:03 PM

wow... super easy. for some reason thought it would be more complicated

CliffjumperRS · 03-14-2013, 12:10 AM

Just start the car, put it in neutral. Cut the engine so you don't slip it into gear when you're messing with it. Once it's out of park you should have the room you need. The nut does indeed face the radio. I put a dab of locktite on the threads since they have a tendency to back out when you use the shifter. Before I did that I'd come away with the grip in my hand every month or so. Good luck and enjoy.

sappy · 03-14-2013, 01:10 AM

what would you recommend for the side to side movement. seems like its not as solid as the stock. as far as not tightening to much are they talking about the one that attaches to the car/mount or the screw that adjusts the amount of pressure to shift?

also getting lock tight tomorrow thanks

JohnJr · 03-14-2013, 01:36 AM

The adjustment for getting rid of the side to side is as follows:
Remove the base and you'll see four (if I recall correctly) vinyl set screws. Use a small screwdriver and put it through the hole at the opposite side to adjust. The PITA part is that you have to reassemble each time to check fitment.
If you're handle won't stay on, you may have a bad base. The elongated hole on the front side of the base should go all the way through and not just be a groove. I got one like this and it would not stay on because the set scew in the handle was grinding in that groove rather than sliding in it when shifting. I called Defenderworx and they sent me a replacement base free. Works great now. Hope that helps.

12-24-2011, 02:32 PM	#1
Toastylicious My car goes Vrooom.. You? Drives: 2010 Rally Yellow Camaro LS Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Everett Washington Posts: 138	Defenderworx Auto Shifter Install Questions???? So when I slide the bottom knuckle part of the shifter over the inner shifter, it only fits one way and thats with the set screws facing the rear. If I'm right aren't the set screws supposed to face my radio? With it set up my shifter is basically backwards unless I'm just super retarded right now and I'm missing something completely obvious... Any help would be great! Thanks I also would post pics but I'm away from my computer and using my phone. __________________ 2010 Rally Yellow LS Upgrades - Self Installed ------------ Zl1 Front Bumper Kit EBC Cross Drilled and Slotted Rotors w/ EBC Pads Dual Rockford Fosgate P3D4 Subs powered by a 2000 Watt Hifonics amp and a Soundstream 8 Farad Tarantula Cap Eibach 1.5 In Drop Springs Camaro Badging Delete Blacked Out Tail Lights And Bezels Resonator Delete Oil Catch Can Injen Intake Rally Stripes AAC Oracle Halos MRT v1.0 Exhaust 20x9 and 20x10 Black OEM Wheels Black Spoiler Yellow Painted Calipers Custom Interior Black Lights OEM Fog Lights More To Come

12-28-2011, 11:31 PM	#2
camaro2lt Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT VR/RS CGM Rally's Join Date: May 2009 Location: Palmyra, PA Posts: 5,675 View My Garage	bumppp __________________ Email: rdurso1@yahoo.com

12-30-2011, 10:33 PM	#3
Toastylicious My car goes Vrooom.. You? Drives: 2010 Rally Yellow Camaro LS Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Everett Washington Posts: 138	Anyone? Bump!! __________________ 2010 Rally Yellow LS Upgrades - Self Installed ------------ Zl1 Front Bumper Kit EBC Cross Drilled and Slotted Rotors w/ EBC Pads Dual Rockford Fosgate P3D4 Subs powered by a 2000 Watt Hifonics amp and a Soundstream 8 Farad Tarantula Cap Eibach 1.5 In Drop Springs Camaro Badging Delete Blacked Out Tail Lights And Bezels Resonator Delete Oil Catch Can Injen Intake Rally Stripes AAC Oracle Halos MRT v1.0 Exhaust 20x9 and 20x10 Black OEM Wheels Black Spoiler Yellow Painted Calipers Custom Interior Black Lights OEM Fog Lights More To Come

12-30-2011, 10:37 PM	#4
camaro2lt Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT VR/RS CGM Rally's Join Date: May 2009 Location: Palmyra, PA Posts: 5,675 View My Garage	i cant figure out how to install mine too __________________ Email: rdurso1@yahoo.com

03-14-2013, 12:10 AM	#10
CliffjumperRS Drives: 2010 1LT/RS Victory Red Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 221	Just start the car, put it in neutral. Cut the engine so you don't slip it into gear when you're messing with it. Once it's out of park you should have the room you need. The nut does indeed face the radio. I put a dab of locktite on the threads since they have a tendency to back out when you use the shifter. Before I did that I'd come away with the grip in my hand every month or so. Good luck and enjoy. __________________ 2010 1LT/RS GCN \| Roto-Fab CAI \| MRT V2.0 \| Defenderworx: Chrome Shifter, Polished Door Kick Plates, Polished Door Sills, Black Side Vent Inserts, Chrome Bow Ties, Chrome Cup Holder Surround\| GM: Trunk Mat, Cargo Net, Splash Guards, Wheel Mounted Audio Control, PDIM, 4 Gauge Cluster, Footwell & Cupholder Lighting, Switchblade Silver Interior Trim Kit, Premium Floor Mats\| Oracle: Aqua Blue Dome & Trunk LED's, Bright White Plate LED's \| RS Chrome Valve Stem Caps \| Shined by Adam's & Meguiar's

02-03-2012, 05:51 AM	#5
NicoleSS2RS "The Baby" Drives: Camaro 2011 SS2/RS IBMSilver stripe Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Denville, New Jersey Posts: 11 View My Garage	I think you just have to turn the base around. I installed mine but noticed flakes of chrome coming off the base by the black rings. Does yours look like this before you installed it?

03-13-2013, 08:48 PM	#6
sappy Drives: white 2011 1lt Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: warren pa Posts: 180	are there any video's or pics of the install.. i have been searching and cant seem to find anything.

03-13-2013, 09:06 PM	#8
sappy Drives: white 2011 1lt Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: warren pa Posts: 180	ok i will head out to the camaro now to take a look.

03-13-2013, 11:03 PM	#9
sappy Drives: white 2011 1lt Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: warren pa Posts: 180	wow... super easy. for some reason thought it would be more complicated

03-14-2013, 01:10 AM	#11
sappy Drives: white 2011 1lt Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: warren pa Posts: 180	what would you recommend for the side to side movement. seems like its not as solid as the stock. as far as not tightening to much are they talking about the one that attaches to the car/mount or the screw that adjusts the amount of pressure to shift? also getting lock tight tomorrow thanks

03-14-2013, 01:36 AM	#12
JohnJr Retired USAF Drives: 2011 2SS A6 RJT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Spanaway, WA Posts: 46 View My Garage	Adjustment The adjustment for getting rid of the side to side is as follows: Remove the base and you'll see four (if I recall correctly) vinyl set screws. Use a small screwdriver and put it through the hole at the opposite side to adjust. The PITA part is that you have to reassemble each time to check fitment. If you're handle won't stay on, you may have a bad base. The elongated hole on the front side of the base should go all the way through and not just be a groove. I got one like this and it would not stay on because the set scew in the handle was grinding in that groove rather than sliding in it when shifting. I called Defenderworx and they sent me a replacement base free. Works great now. Hope that helps. __________________ Volant CAI, CNT catback exhaust, Ported Throttle Body, RX Catch Can, Heritage Grille, Tinted Windows, Oracle Halo Fog Lights, 3rd Brake Light Flasher, Rear LED bowtie, Frameless Rear-View Mirror.

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