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Originally Posted by Marcus SC&C
I like the Sport version too. Hey Steve any chance of a servo actuated version for non computer transmissions like TH-350,TH-350,700R4 etc. huh huh huh? Marcus
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Since this technology is new to the world of hot rodding, I get asked this question a lot. The answer is "Sure--Just connect the paddle shifter to a bi-directional linear actuator motor that is hung off the shift detent on the side of the transmission". After which I always caution that paddle shifting is such an exciting and effortless process, that you will no doubt--at some point--paddle shift your car into "Park" or reverse at 110mph. Very bad. Furthermore, since there is no computer in these transmissions, shifts will be "slushbox" clunky and/or unpredictable--just as they are when grabbing your floor shifter.
I liken a paddle shifted TH350 as follows: Connecting a paddle shifter to your TH350 is like trying to connect a "mouse" or video monitor to a 1950's typewriter. Without a computer and (more importantly) software, neither scenario is very effective. It's all about the computer--not the paddle shifter.
Don't do it.