Uploaded October 2018 | Updated September 2026, 9 hours ago
Winters Shifters are one of the most reliable setups you can run—no 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:
√ Gate plates- including Rock Gate- and how to modify them for your driving style
√ Reverse vs standard shift patterns (and how easy it is to change)
√ Cable options and routing (5 ft to 12 ft depending on your build)
√ Top mount vs console style
√ Linkage kits and what’s included
√ Transmission compatibility including 700R4, 4L60E, TH350, TH400, 4L80E, C4, C6, and more
√ New Wide Open Design billet handles for added durability and style
Whether you're 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.
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Shop Winters Shifters, Linkage Kits, Upgraded Knobs, & Gate Plates (including RockGate):
wideopendesign.com/collections/winters-shifters
#WintersShifter #SidewinderShifter #700R4 #4L60E #TH400 #4L80E #ArtCarr
#RockCrawler #TubeChassis #LSswap #ShifterSetup #FabricationLife #WideOpenDesign #JeepBuild #OffRoadTech
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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 plates—including the "Rock Gate" that allows for lightning-fast shifts between first and reverse [02:35]. Whether you're 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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Winters Shifters are one of the most reliable setups you can run—no 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:
√ Gate plates- including Rock Gate- and how to modify them for your driving style
√ Reverse vs standard shift patterns (and how easy it is to change)
√ Cable options and routing (5 ft to 12 ft depending on your build)
√ Top mount vs console style
√ Linkage kits and what’s included
√ Transmission compatibility including 700R4, 4L60E, TH350, TH400, 4L80E, C4, C6, and more
√ New Wide Open Design billet handles for added durability and style
Whether you're 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.
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Shop Winters Shifters, Linkage Kits, Upgraded Knobs, & Gate Plates (including RockGate):
wideopendesign.com/collections/winters-shifters
#WintersShifter #SidewinderShifter #700R4 #4L60E #TH400 #4L80E #ArtCarr
#RockCrawler #TubeChassis #LSswap #ShifterSetup #FabricationLife #WideOpenDesign #JeepBuild #OffRoadTech
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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 plates—including the "Rock Gate" that allows for lightning-fast shifts between first and reverse [02:35]. Whether you're running a Turbo 400, 700R4, or a C6, we show you how this shifter kit provides the "bling" and the "brawn" your drivetrain deserves.
Wide Open Design
wideopendesign.com
facebook.com/wideopendesign
instagram.com/wideopendesign
