[Ronnie]

I have a Telecoline 4x4 which soon have to undergo FC test as approaching 15years. I bought it new in Feb 2008. As I am preparing for FC wonder, whether I can let go of the electric shift and go for a Manual single lever actuator.

I have seen someone who has done this on a Tata Sumo 4x4 which used to use the same Borg-Warner unit. Any pointers on who could undertake such a work in Kerala or in Bangalore?

[GTO]

Mod Note: Thread moved to the 4x4 forum!

[condor]

Originally Posted by Ronnie

I have a Telecoline 4x4 which soon have to undergo FC test as approaching 15years. .. As I am preparing for FC wonder, whether I can let go of the electric shift and go for a Manual single lever actuator

FC process will not check for 4x4 working. Your vehicle condition (preferably stock looks without undue extension and modifications), INsurance, valid Emission are what will be required. Paint condition, working of lights, horn, and to be safe, the wipers. The basic functionality is what will be checked.

You can do the conversion from electric shift to manual, at anytime.

[dhanushs]

Originally Posted by Ronnie

I have a Telecoline 4x4 which soon have to undergo FC test as approaching 15years. I bought it new in Feb 2008. As I am preparing for FC wonder, whether I can let go of the electric shift and go for a Manual single lever actuator.

I have seen someone who has done this on a Tata Sumo 4x4 which used to use the same Borg-Warner unit. Any pointers on who could undertake such a work in Kerala or in Bangalore?

Yup, you can definitely do that. Watch this video

https://youtu.be/CXDWLXnW_sQ

Further ahead, you can get the Thar CRDe gearbox from scrap and install it for a proper manual gearbox

[Ronnie]

Originally Posted by dhanushs

Yup, you can definitely do that. Watch this video

https://Youtu.be/CXDWLXnW_sQ

Further ahead, you can get the Thar CRDe gearbox from scrap and install it for a proper manual gearbox

Yes, I understand that can be done. But who could do that in Bangalore or Kerala? I know many body shops. But when it comes to Solid mechanical fundamentals, I don’t really know anyone.

Any recommendations?

[Praj28]

Originally Posted by Ronnie

Yes, I understand that can be done. But who could do that in Bangalore or Kerala? I know many body shops. But when it comes to Solid mechanical fundamentals, I don’t really know anyone.

Any recommendations?

I just got this done last weekend in my Safari dicor 2011 model, from changanaserry, kerala and it works. Know 3 others who got this done on a safari dicor as well. If you need further details on this conversion do let me know.

[condor]

Originally Posted by dhanushs

Yup, you can definitely do that. Watch this video

I was searching for the Shiftster last year, but it wasnt available anywhere. Looks like out of production ?

[4x4addict]

Originally Posted by Praj28

I just got this done last weekend in my Safari dicor 2011 model, from changanaserry, kerala and it works.

This is awsome. Thanks for sharing. There are many owners with electric shift borg warner with the same problems.

[DicKy]

Originally Posted by Praj28

I just got this done last weekend in my Safari dicor 2011 model, from changanaserry, kerala and it works. Know 3 others who got this done on a safari dicor as well. If you need further details on this conversion do let me know.

Please do share the details.

There are a couple of owners I know who are keen to change the 'scroll button' system in their Safari dicors to a manual lever.

[dhanushs]

Originally Posted by Praj28

I just got this done last weekend in my Safari dicor 2011 model, from changanaserry, kerala and it works. Know 3 others who got this done on a safari dicor as well. If you need further details on this conversion do let me know.

Please do share the contact number of the place/workshop. It will help numerous BW Owners out there.

[Praj28]

Originally Posted by dhanushs

Please do share the contact number of the place/workshop. It will help numerous BW Owners out there.

I have shared a screenshot of the name of the garage and the address and mobile number. The technician's name is Sajith, a young Mechanical engineer. BTW this is custom made kit!

Originally Posted by condor

I was searching for the Shiftster last year, but it wasnt available anywhere. Looks like out of production ?

Not sure about this. Mine is a custom made, and I have shared his contact details below.

[Cloud_Chaser]

Found this video on Youtube looks like a nice clean job done by the same workshop GK Customz.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYrFWqYcDB4&t=199s

I guess this mechanism is based on the Behemoth Kit. Glad that someone in India has finally cracked this.

https://youtu.be/H8UGz6r01LE

[DicKy]

Sorry for being negative.

But ScorpioN 4x4 owners should probably bookmark this thread.

Atleast they can use the OEM lever of the Thar

[Cloud_Chaser]

One more Video of a desi Jugaad but I am wondering how does this guy have a BA10 GB on the Scorpio.

https://youtu.be/6jx4SqbsOMI