$500 Sequential Shifter: Does this Poor Man’s Hot Rod and Racing Upgrade Compete With A $22,000 Sequential Trans?
The ultimate race car transmission upgrade is to go with a full sequential transmission. If you aren’t familiar with a sequential transmission, they offer full throttle up and downshift without using the clutch usually, and they offer the quickest and most effective shifting possible. And while they can be awesome, they are very expensive. There are many companies that offer them, for a variety of applications, but they are complicated, intricate, and strong, all of which cost money. Of course there are performance advantages, but they do come at a cost.
One of the biggest advantages to a sequential transmission is the fact that it makes missing a gear, or going into the wrong one out of order, nearly impossible. That is in fact what the sequential means. You are going up and down through the gears in the proper order, each and every time. As an alternate to a fully sequential transmission, you can also buy a sequential shifter. It does not make a transmission capable of clutchless shifts, but it does insure you are shifting only in the right order.
But what other options are out there? Our friend Rodney at Suspension Geek has some thoughts and ideas, so check them out below.
Video Description:
Get ready to shift your racing game into high gear without breaking the bank! In this video, we jump into the world of transmission and gearbox hacks to help you dominate the track on a budget. A cheap secrets for your racing gearbox and take your driving skills to the next level. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a cheapskate enthusiast, our poorman’s sequential transmission idea will give you the edge you need to leave the competition in the dust. So, buckle up and get ready to learn the budget racing tip and trick that will take your ride from slow to go!
