Thanks for the info guys. A 2003 Raptor it is and it will be the black and red one because they a sweeet.
eRATOID which brand shifter are you useing.

 

There are several kinds of direct shifter, I got the Roll Design. I think Alba got one out there on the market, I don't know the other are but somebody will mention it.

 

yes, someone please mention it! heard roll is junk. true?
i think a single piece design would be great! tell me if you are happy with yours! thanx!

 

The direct shifter that I have is a one peice design and it can be found on ebay everyday. It is steel not aluminum. It was $35.

It makes shifting alot smoother and less notchy. There is a slightly longer throw than the linkage style but not much. You WILL get used to it rather quickly and I believe that you will like the difference. Finding Neutral is alot easier as well.

Most that have tried the direct shifter do come to like them.
"TOID"

 

I use the Pro-Design power shifter & it also is a direct 'no link' set up. It works just as TOID say's slightly longer shift throw, but more positive shifts and much easier to find neutral!! I love mine!![img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-cool.gif[/img]

 

yeah i have an 01 and am not too crazy about the shift ratios, tho i'm used to it. heck, i can beat most quads in reverse!

oh hey bansh, thanx for the update. i just finished ordering a shifter from rmatv.