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boilermaker · 07-09-2011, 10:14 AM

Had to stop mid project to go get a u-joint for my socket. DEFINITELY need the u-joint. If anybody did this project without it, let me know how.

Hebe4 · 07-09-2011, 04:50 PM

Just use a longer extension.

BLACK10 · 07-11-2011, 08:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boilermaker

Had to stop mid project to go get a u-joint for my socket. DEFINITELY need the u-joint. If anybody did this project without it, let me know how.

i've installed three V6 shifters. no u-joint

boilermaker · 07-11-2011, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by BLACK10

i've installed three V6 shifters. no u-joint

I ended up not using the u-joint, but I did have to move the heat shield out of the way (which wasn't in the instructions). It was V8 if that makes a diff. in the install.

All's well that ends well. Shifter installed and I love the mod! I hope I can get to a show at some point to see what the MGW entire assy replacement would feel like.

boilermaker · 07-11-2011, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hebe4

Just use a longer extension.

That's what she said

Nomad · 07-22-2011, 08:57 AM

Installed my Barton yesterday. I had some issues with getting the stock shifter out until I realized that the shift fork needed to be shoved forward into 1st or 3rd, not just moved out of the way. Also, the pin between the shifter and the fork needs to come out the driver's side. I hit the housing when I tried to remove it on the passenger's side. Had a bit of trouble with the dreaded boot but was able to get it seated.

I adjusted the shifter to the shortest throw possible. Found that the effort to get it out of 2nd and 4th was too much so I've moved it up 3 turns. Will take it for a test drive today to see how it feels. Love the infinite adjustability of the unit.

Shifter is really solid and I've got no noise from it up to 4500 RPM's. (Haven't had a chance to get it up higher yet.) I'm running with the stock knob so it's very stealthy.

I'm bringing it into the dealership to get the spoiler chips fixed (finally) so I will see if they mention anything. Overall first impressions is that I definitely got the right shifter and would recommend it.

c-dub · 08-19-2011, 07:55 AM

Does anybody have a copy of the instructions. I got my barton shifter off of a member and I don't have the instructions to install it :( lol

Nutbutt · 08-21-2011, 05:25 PM

Just call Dave at Barton Industries. They sent me a copy out after I needed the directions when I took the shifter out of my coupe and put it into my vert this year. I looked for mine and could not find them again

5th_GEN_SS · 12-02-2012, 09:32 AM

Is there differences between the early kits and current ? I don't think mine is adjustable

AKA-22 · 12-02-2012, 09:40 AM

bookmark

Nutbutt · 12-02-2012, 03:17 PM

Sure is adjustable the top half of the the shaft can screw up and down to change the shift arm travel. Big difference between screwed all the way down vs at the top. You need to take your shift boot off to get at the bolt that holds the shaft.

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Originally Posted by 5th_GEN_SS

Is there differences between the early kits and current ? I don't think mine is adjustable

derieu · 05-29-2016, 11:21 AM

Will this improve the "spring return" when doing a 5-4 or 2-3 shift? New Camaro owner, and I find it hard to downshift from 5 to 4 because the shifter is not springing back to center as much as id like. I know the MGW states that they stiffen the return springs but I have not seen that claim here

gahammerle · 05-30-2016, 08:38 PM

The Barton has a strong centering action on its own. I did not reinstall the OEM centering springs when installing my Barton and have not had any issues.

Hldn1Le · 12-10-2016, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gahammerle

The Barton has a strong centering action on its own. I did not reinstall the OEM centering springs when installing my Barton and have not had any issues.

Do you happen to know if this is taller or shorter than the 1le/zl1 shifter. I like that the stock shifter in the car is shorter than stock ss but really want some threads to change the knob. Thanks

07-09-2011, 10:14 AM	#127
boilermaker Drives: 2011 Camaro RS/2SS Blk/Blk Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Fort Wayne, IN Posts: 33	Had to stop mid project to go get a u-joint for my socket. DEFINITELY need the u-joint. If anybody did this project without it, let me know how. __________________ Greg D. 2011 Camaro M6 SS/RS 1978 Corvette Auto L82 Ft. Wayne, IN

07-22-2011, 08:57 AM	#132
Nomad Drives: '11 2SS/RS RJT M6 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Grounded in the 'Shwa Posts: 478 View My Garage	Installed my Barton yesterday. I had some issues with getting the stock shifter out until I realized that the shift fork needed to be shoved forward into 1st or 3rd, not just moved out of the way. Also, the pin between the shifter and the fork needs to come out the driver's side. I hit the housing when I tried to remove it on the passenger's side. Had a bit of trouble with the dreaded boot but was able to get it seated. I adjusted the shifter to the shortest throw possible. Found that the effort to get it out of 2nd and 4th was too much so I've moved it up 3 turns. Will take it for a test drive today to see how it feels. Love the infinite adjustability of the unit. Shifter is really solid and I've got no noise from it up to 4500 RPM's. (Haven't had a chance to get it up higher yet.) I'm running with the stock knob so it's very stealthy. I'm bringing it into the dealership to get the spoiler chips fixed (finally) so I will see if they mention anything. Overall first impressions is that I definitely got the right shifter and would recommend it. __________________ Vararam CAI, Elite Engineering Catch Can, Separate Clutch Fluid Reservoir, Ghost Armor Full Protection Package, Chromed Turn Signal Bulbs, RPI Stealth Splash Guards, Skip Shift Eliminator, Defenderworx Chrome Bowtie Inserts, Pfadt Trailing Arms, Camaro Decal Store CGM Hood Spears with "376ci" custom text, Billet Depot/Drake Underhood Polished Caps, CGM Lug Nut Decals, Pedders Front Radius Rod Inserts, JacFab Front License Plate Bracket

08-19-2011, 07:55 AM	#133
c-dub It's that guy Drives: 2011 SIM SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hopewell VA Posts: 673 View My Garage	Does anybody have a copy of the instructions. I got my barton shifter off of a member and I don't have the instructions to install it :( lol __________________ We mortals are but shadows and dust.

08-21-2011, 05:25 PM	#134
Nutbutt Drives: 2011 RJT 2LT/RS Convertible Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Western Massachusetts Posts: 3,381 View My Garage	Just call Dave at Barton Industries. They sent me a copy out after I needed the directions when I took the shifter out of my coupe and put it into my vert this year. I looked for mine and could not find them again __________________ 1st IPF Supercharged 2011 2LT/RS RJT Convertible

12-02-2012, 09:32 AM	#135
5th_GEN_SS Junkie Drives: SIM 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 1,695 View My Garage	Is there differences between the early kits and current ? I don't think mine is adjustable __________________ "Letty" Murdered out 2013 Camaro 1LE. (Old car SIM 2010 2SS/RS)

07-09-2011, 04:50 PM	#128
Hebe4 Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: BC Posts: 115	Just use a longer extension.

12-02-2012, 09:40 AM	#136
AKA-22 Drives: ELLE-1 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmington ,mo Posts: 1,175	bookmark __________________

05-29-2016, 11:21 AM	#138
derieu Engineer Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS RS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 230	Will this improve the "spring return" when doing a 5-4 or 2-3 shift? New Camaro owner, and I find it hard to downshift from 5 to 4 because the shifter is not springing back to center as much as id like. I know the MGW states that they stiffen the return springs but I have not seen that claim here

05-30-2016, 08:38 PM	#139
gahammerle Drives: 2010 Camaro LS M6 Inferno Orange Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lebanon, OH Posts: 1,672	The Barton has a strong centering action on its own. I did not reinstall the OEM centering springs when installing my Barton and have not had any issues. __________________ Gordy Injen CAI / Solo Mach-X LLT / Solo High-flow res-cats / Barton short shifter / RX Catch Can / RPI Gills / 35% tint / LED Footwell Lighting Front & Rear / Pedders Street 1 / Pedders steering rack bushing / SS struts / Pfadt drop springs / VMax Ported Throttle Body / Spohn Toe Rods / Spohn Trailing Arms / Trifecta Tune / MACE 25mm Intake Spacers Find me on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gahammerle

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