Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 5 hours ago
The Rocketship chassis now accepts a 20 gallon fuel cell and a killer enclosed tool box that we fabricate here at Wide Open Design.
The Rocketship chassis now accepts a 20 gallon fuel cell and a killer enclosed tool box that we fabricate here at Wide Open Design.






![Why We Run Winters Shifters | Simple, Reliable, No BS Performance - Wide Open Design
Winters Shifters are one of the most reliable setups you can runâno gates, no springs, no failure points. We walk through the key differences between flush mount, console style, and non-console shifters, along with real-world advice on mounting options and what works best depending on your setup.
In this video, we break down:
â Gate plates- including Rock Gate- and how to modify them for your driving style
â Reverse vs standard shift patterns (and how easy it is to change)
â Cable options and routing (5 ft to 12 ft depending on your build)
â Top mount vs console style
â Linkage kits and whatâs included
â Transmission compatibility including 700R4, 4L60E, TH350, TH400, 4L80E, C4, C6, and more
â New Wide Open Design billet handles for added durability and style
Whether youre building a tube chassis buggy, LS swap, or race vehicle, this is a no-nonsense breakdown of one of the most proven shifter setups in off-road and motorsports.
Shop Winters Shifters, Linkage Kits, Upgraded Knobs, & Gate Plates (including RockGate):
https://wideopendesign.com/collections/winters-shifters
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#RockCrawler #TubeChassis #LSswap #ShifterSetup #FabricationLife #WideOpenDesign #JeepBuild #OffRoadTech
When it comes to high-stakes off-roading, you need a shifter that is as rugged as your rig. In this overview, the Wide Open Design team explains why the Winters (Art Carr) Shifter is our go-to for almost every build [00:03]. Its simple, mechanical design means there are no complex springs or levers to jam when things get muddy or dusty [00:14]. We break down the differences between the Flush Mount and Console Style options [00:56] and discuss the versatility of gate platesâincluding the Rock Gate that allows for lightning-fast shifts between first and reverse [02:35]. Whether youre running a Turbo 400, 700R4, or a C6, we show you how this shifter kit provides the bling and the brawn your drivetrain deserves.
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