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Old Nov 18, 2016 | 10:36 AM
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So the fake/maybe real would on my shift **** of my 1997 Lexus LS400 Coach Edition is cracking so I might replace it in the near future. However, I am unclear on how to actually remove the shift **** itself and then if it is a threaded ****, what threads it would actually have since I am looking at a cool looking shift **** that comes with adapters but I don't know if those adapters will fit. help me please?
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Old Nov 18, 2016 | 12:00 PM
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universal shift lever for all lexus vehicles mostly. twist it counter-clockwise till it comes off
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Not sure but isn't there a set screw? And if there are wires you can't just twist them.
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Old Nov 18, 2016 | 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by dicer
Not sure but isn't there a set screw? And if there are wires you can't just twist them.
The shift **** has a screw facing the dashboard. Remove and lift up. The wires for the overdrive switch will resist entire removal. I do not know how to loosen wire.
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The 97 has no wires or switches in the shift ****. It simply unscrews.

The wood is real BTW.
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Old Nov 19, 2016 | 04:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Stereorob
universal shift lever for all lexus vehicles mostly. twist it counter-clockwise till it comes off
So, if I wanted to put a newer model Lexus shift **** on my 97 - say a leather one with a wood insert - most newer model ***** are interchangeable with mine?
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Yes. The LS400 has a big shift **** though, a lot of the newer ones are much smaller.
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Old Nov 20, 2016 | 02:10 AM
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Great - thanks very much. I'll be on the lookout for one on Ebay or CL.
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I'm currently using one from a RX or GS not sure which got it from a guy on craigslist all wood no leather. Had to use a dremel to open up the silver cone base because the shift lever shaft is thicker on the LS.
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I'm currently using one from a RX or GS not sure which got it from a guy on craigslist all wood no leather. Had to use a dremel to open up the silver cone base because the shift lever shaft is thicker on the LS.
I have the same from an SC and did the same you did, except I used a drill and a mill bit to make it a little cleaner/faster.

All wood for me.


OP- all "gated" automatic toyota/lexus/scion from the past 15-20 years have the same shift **** threads. Manual cars and older style automatic (with buttons on the shift ****) are different and will not fit.
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Old Nov 21, 2016 | 03:37 AM
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Originally Posted by PureDrifter
I have the same from an SC and did the same you did, except I used a drill and a mill bit to make it a little cleaner/faster.

All wood for me.


OP- all "gated" automatic toyota/lexus/scion from the past 15-20 years have the same shift **** threads. Manual cars and older style automatic (with buttons on the shift ****) are different and will not fit.
So the threads are the same - it will still thread on, but the opening in the chrome boot is smaller on the newer ones and so has to be enlarged?
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So the threads are the same - it will still thread on, but the opening in the chrome boot is smaller on the newer ones and so has to be enlarged?
Yes, for some model vehicles' shift *****.
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UCF10 shifters really cant be changed but UCF20 is in the clear
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all Toyota auto gated shifters have a thread of M8x1.25 which most aftermarket **** have a insert or adapter for! here is my current ****.
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Old Nov 23, 2016 | 10:10 PM
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aight thanks everyone!!!! i will be getting a katana handle for mine XD genuine ito wrap and all too. I'll post update pics when it comes in.
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