Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Short throw shifter! Learn how to rebuild a loose sloppy stick shift and fix a leaking transmission with a new transmission seal. Not only are we repairing the stick shift but we are installing a new short throw shifter to give it a better crisp shift. Plus I show you how to remove the rust and paint the undercarriage to make it look way better and last a lot longer!
Tools:
Mini Pry Bars: bit.ly/MiniPryBar
Nice Funnel: bit.ly/GoodFunnel
Extendable Ratchet Set: bit.ly/ExtendableRatchetSet
7mm Punch: amzlink.to/az0dhqfTZxBUj
2lb Hammer: amzlink.to/az0S3bVdH29mI
Locking Needle Nose Pliers: amzlink.to/az0SwFBsuVlmX
Click Torque Wrench: amzlink.to/az0N6dm0UUjda
Ramps I use: amzlink.to/az0HQ7xjkz7nG
Parts:
Honda Manual Transmission Fluid: amzlink.to/az0WNZ2e9NoNH
OEM Shifter Seal: amzlink.to/az0sJuuq9FJK9
Short Throw Shifter: amzlink.to/az0g8dNCbxhFc
Poly Bushings: amzlink.to/az0lD3kYaF77a
Shifter Ball Seat and Dust Boot: amzlink.to/az0ZXXlUTMSHN
303 Rubber Vinyl Protectant Spray: amzlink.to/az0jErp8lllke
Paint Supplies:
Rust Encapsulator Spray Paint: amzlink.to/az0LCdUp7kdtc
Full Face Respirator: amzlink.to/az0XOvhYAgKvb
P100 Filters: amzlink.to/az0WZHKrBlcYH
Plastic Scrapers: amzlink.to/az0fmGXg8jU4Z
Acetone: amzlink.to/az0UHafR9x68Y
Wire Wheel for Grinder: amzlink.to/az0ctDSlCV9Jg
How to Install a Kill Switch: youtu.be/XUhXLsrZiE0
How to Install a Short Throw Shifter: youtu.be/cYjaxVMkMk0
How to Repair a Rust Hole: youtu.be/C0M5tUQSaps
0:00 Intro
1:50 What causes a loose shifter
2:46 Tools and products you need to rebuild stick shift
4:15 How to remove stock shifter
5:31 How to remove the shift linkage
8:37 How to replace a leaking transmission seal
13:24 How to remove and paint rust
17:00 How to rebuild a stick shift linkage
25:44 How to install rebuilt shifter linkage
28:45 How to replace a ripped shifter boot
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Short throw shifter! Learn how to rebuild a loose sloppy stick shift and fix a leaking transmission with a new transmission seal. Not only are we repairing the stick shift but we are installing a new short throw shifter to give it a better crisp shift. Plus I show you how to remove the rust and paint the undercarriage to make it look way better and last a lot longer!
Tools:
Mini Pry Bars: bit.ly/MiniPryBar
Nice Funnel: bit.ly/GoodFunnel
Extendable Ratchet Set: bit.ly/ExtendableRatchetSet
7mm Punch: amzlink.to/az0dhqfTZxBUj
2lb Hammer: amzlink.to/az0S3bVdH29mI
Locking Needle Nose Pliers: amzlink.to/az0SwFBsuVlmX
Click Torque Wrench: amzlink.to/az0N6dm0UUjda
Ramps I use: amzlink.to/az0HQ7xjkz7nG
Parts:
Honda Manual Transmission Fluid: amzlink.to/az0WNZ2e9NoNH
OEM Shifter Seal: amzlink.to/az0sJuuq9FJK9
Short Throw Shifter: amzlink.to/az0g8dNCbxhFc
Poly Bushings: amzlink.to/az0lD3kYaF77a
Shifter Ball Seat and Dust Boot: amzlink.to/az0ZXXlUTMSHN
303 Rubber Vinyl Protectant Spray: amzlink.to/az0jErp8lllke
Paint Supplies:
Rust Encapsulator Spray Paint: amzlink.to/az0LCdUp7kdtc
Full Face Respirator: amzlink.to/az0XOvhYAgKvb
P100 Filters: amzlink.to/az0WZHKrBlcYH
Plastic Scrapers: amzlink.to/az0fmGXg8jU4Z
Acetone: amzlink.to/az0UHafR9x68Y
Wire Wheel for Grinder: amzlink.to/az0ctDSlCV9Jg
How to Install a Kill Switch: youtu.be/XUhXLsrZiE0
How to Install a Short Throw Shifter: youtu.be/cYjaxVMkMk0
How to Repair a Rust Hole: youtu.be/C0M5tUQSaps
0:00 Intro
1:50 What causes a loose shifter
2:46 Tools and products you need to rebuild stick shift
4:15 How to remove stock shifter
5:31 How to remove the shift linkage
8:37 How to replace a leaking transmission seal
13:24 How to remove and paint rust
17:00 How to rebuild a stick shift linkage
25:44 How to install rebuilt shifter linkage
28:45 How to replace a ripped shifter boot
→ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
→ Become a ChrisFix Subscriber: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=paintballoo7
→ Instagram: instagram.com/chrisfixit
→ Facebook: facebook.com/chrisfix8
→ Website: ChrisFixed.com
→ My Channel Home Page: youtube.com/ChrisFix
**If the video was helpful, remember to give it a "thumbs up" and consider subscribing.**
Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. ChrisFix assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. ChrisFix recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not ChrisFix.
