My AW4 shifter

[wannabejeep]

this is probably a stupid question but do you think the tranny will wear out prematurely if you are using something like that to keep the TC locked and to rec higher in each gear? I'd be tempted to use it to engine brake more than a normal person would with a stock set up automatic.

[CSaddict]

The converter lock up will only be used on the highway or just cruising.

[CSaddict]

Oh and I don't care it if wears out. I will replace it.

[wannabejeep]

Yeah I know those trannies aren't exactly tough to come by I was just wondering.

[DrThunder]

Looks great Dave as always! You'll be able to use lockup for dyno runs too.

[CSaddict]

Looks great Dave as always! You'll be able to use lockup for dyno runs too.

Yeah it would be nice to make one clean pull without shifting.

[CumminsJeep]

that.is.awesome

[CSaddict]

Ok, got the cover assembly all set. I went to Cable and Connectors looking for a 3pdt switch which they had so I can run the tranny on the shifter or the tranny computer. While I was there getting more switches and wire then I'll ever need I see some hobby boxes. Son of a bitch they had one that was perfect!! I was stressing about having to make a box that would work and look reasonable. I think this does the job and was only $9.

I first started out by getting some locking collars to get rid of the big bulky bolt. There is no exterior overhang now from the framing.


I drilled and tap 4 holes in the side to secure the cover to the shifter frame.


The entire side comes off with a few screws to allow access to everything.


I made sure to get the box wide enough to put a lighted toggle in for the torque converter lock up.



All I need to do it mount it and wire it up. I will fit perfectly directly in front of my cup holder and I can leave my arm on the center arm rest and shift at the same time. Very comfortable. I may add my Hella light switch to this box too. There is enough room.

[CSaddict]

HELL YEAH!! I got the shifter all wired up and mounted. This thing works awesome!! My favorite mod to date!

Here it is mounted. Sorry for the blurry pics. Im not sure whats up with the camera. (thats my wife's department.)


Notice I changed the knob. Im a "ricer" at heart and found a Type ARrrrgh shift knob in the basement from my Honda days. I drilled it out to accept the shifter.



This simple switch contain 9 connections and switches the shifting from the shifter to the TCM computer. Its a 3 pole double throw switch. $20 meh.


This is the position of my arm in the normal position when I drive. The shifter is nice and comfy to use!


Im very happy with the way this came out. Works great! Converter can be locked up with the lighted switch and also works great.

[Pedro]

that looks awesome!!! take of vid of it in action

[Kyle]

SO how does everything work? You put it in park and neutral and drive via stock shifter and use the new shifter to change gears?

[Lycaon]

you disgust me with all your black magic win... nice work

[CSaddict]

SO how does everything work? You put it in park and neutral and drive via stock shifter and use the new shifter to change gears?

yep

[Pete]

i went for a ride in it today, its awesome, works so good.