Re: A revolution in SHIFTING
 

Fred-----ok ---now how low does it hang down for say on a super comp dragster??? and looking at the video did I detect some movement of that whole rectangular tube as it is shifting??? seems to pivot as it goes thru the gears at that that angle bracket am I correct--- will it hit the track on the bottom side of a really low car??? it appears to be about 3-3 1/2 inches wide---that pan is probably a 2inch deep pan correct??---thanx FED387

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We have a different mount for a dragster. Not for ground clearance, but for chassis. The dragster/powerglide mount locates actuator "mid" transmission coming down on an angle. (Sorry don't have picture at this time). THis keeps it out of the way of everything. This mount will also work with doors cars too, so all powerglides may end up mounting this way.

The angle it does move is minimal as the pivot is towards the rear of the case. My headers are about 2" lower the the actuator, so although it might be possible you would need a really low car!

Actuator is on 2x2x7".

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Fred---thanx for all the info---other than your car is anybody else currently using one of these??? If so is it possible to converse with them to get feedback both pro/con

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Thank you for your feedback.

Altronics uses our own test cars to do all of our product development. (We have to justify the cost of racing some how!!!)

Although, for this product we have relied on feedback from several respected parties in the industry during development and do have a few "test" vehicles lined up.

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Fred, you said that it is NHRA/IHRA Approved but, for what classes?

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Currenly any class that allows for an electric or rpm controlled shifter.

Stock class, no definitive answer yet, Obviously drag paks and such use a electronically controlled rpm activated shifter (internal to the trans?) ?

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I can't believe you guys are busting Fred's balls over this. Somebody takes the time and R&D effort to bring something new to racers and he gets jumped on! If its not your "cup of tea" thats your privledge and right, but don't spout off on the man. Grow up.
Fred, I don't know you, but I think you've got an innovative product that many racers can use. Good luck with your product and thanks for your efforts.
Danny Durham

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Looks like a slick deal to me. If I can race again next year I'll probably try it.
Don't guess there is any reason that key pad has to be on the steering wheel?

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Amen Dan!
After years of frustration with cable operated shifters and internal solenoid valve bodies RPM switches and shift timer (all of which are on my car currently) This type of shifter is inovative I only have one suggestion make the buttons bigger to accommodate operation with gloves on.
Fred, As Dan said, I too wish you Good luck with your product and thanks for your efforts.

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THanks to both of you!

Buttons: I myself use gloves and I can tell you the buttons are very easy to push. They are mounted just above flush with the case (so they don't get pushed inadvertantly) and only require about 0.05" of throw to actuate. THrough the inital design we definitely considered gloves being used.