skip shift eliminators?

panerainovice · 12-26-2013, 04:44 PM

Has only installed or know of any good skip shift eliminators for the Stingray? I haven't received my Stingray yet but would imagine it to be quite annoying.

Piccione Performance · 12-26-2013, 05:35 PM

If your planning on tuning it, it can be turned off with the tuning software used, HP Tuners.

Silversled · 12-26-2013, 05:55 PM

The CAGS is insanely annoying.

I'm new to this forum and aren't sure if I can mention a vendor but I've seen at least one who is advertising a plug in CAGS eliminator like on the C6. I'm about ready to give it a try. PM me and I'll provide the name.

Barring a plug solution, it can be tuned out as mentioned.

1stcorvette · 12-27-2013, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Silversled

The CAGS is insanely annoying.

I'm new to this forum and aren't sure if I can mention a vendor but I've seen at least one who is advertising a plug in CAGS eliminator like on the C6. I'm about ready to give it a try. PM me and I'll provide the name.

Barring a plug solution, it can be tuned out as mentioned.

I'm new to the forum lingo what is CAGS?

Apex Motorsports · 12-27-2013, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by 1stcorvette

I'm new to the forum lingo what is CAGS?

CAGS, or Computer-Aided Gear Selection (commonly referred to as "Skip Shift"), is a feature on newer domestic performance vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The purpose of CAGS is to help avoid the “gas guzzler” tax by improving fuel economy under “normal” driving conditions. CAGS is activated in most GM vehicles when:

you are in first gear
you are using 21% throttle or less
you are traveling between 15 & 19 mph
and your engine coolant temperature is greater than 169°F (76°C)

When these parameters are met, CAGS overrides the driver and locks out 2nd and 3rd gear, forcing the driver to shift directly from 1st to 4th gear. For many drivers this factory installed nuisance is unacceptable. After all, if they wanted a computer to decide what gear they should be in they would have bought an automatic. For those extensively modifying their vehicle, CAGS can be “turned off” with a performance tuner. For the average bolt on car or for those who wish to keep their warranty intact the safest and most economical way to eliminate CAGS is by installing a high quality Skip Shift Eliminator. These units actually trick the computer into thinking it’s still in control but will not allow CAGS to activate and will not trigger trouble codes or the CEL light.

A quality Skip Shift Eliminator, like the one manufactured by Apex Motorsports

, uses OEM weather-proof plugs and is installed in minutes by simply lifting your vehicle, unplugging the CAGS wiring harness from its solenoid, and plugging the Skip Shift Eliminator inline between the harness and solenoid. Just like that, CAGS is gone.

vettefan · 12-27-2013, 07:37 AM

Or just give it a little more gas and wait until 20+ mph to shift into 2nd gear......

Ka Razy · 12-27-2013, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by vettefan

Or just give it a little more gas and wait until 20+ mph to shift into 2nd gear......

Silversled · 12-27-2013, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by vettefan

Or just give it a little more gas and wait until 20+ mph to shift into 2nd gear......

True for 90% of the time but when the wife is in the car casually driving around or when in close quarters stop and go traffic, it may not be desirable or practical.

I just hate the frickin' thing.

Ka Razy · 12-27-2013, 11:19 AM

It is quite lame...

My Vette is sitting at statue 3400 still. If you install this eliminator please let me know your results / opinion. I'll most likely follow your lead.

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Originally Posted by Silversled

True for 90% of the time but when the wife is in the car casually driving around or when in close quarters stop and go traffic, it may not be desirable or practical.

I just hate the frickin' thing.

Pete43 · 12-30-2013, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

We already have our skip shift eliminators in several C7s. They work just as they should.

I just ordered one for my C7. The free shipping was nice!

panerainovice · 12-30-2013, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

We already have our skip shift eliminators in several C7s. They work just as they should.

I didn't see the product on your website. By the way, the models on your website are smoking!

gthal · 12-30-2013, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

We already have our skip shift eliminators in several C7s. They work just as they should.

Are there install videos?

Does it mess up the rev match feature on the C7?

How does one place an order?

Emmdmd · 12-30-2013, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

We already have our skip shift eliminators in several C7s. They work just as they should.

Can't find it on your website, no results found if searched or under the C7 Stingray tab.

Pete43 · 12-31-2013, 01:25 AM

http://www.apex-speed.com/apex-motor...ator-8001.html
They were very helpful in returning my emails about their skip shift eliminator.

12-26-2013, 04:44 PM	#1
panerainovice Drives: Silverado Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Socal Posts: 50	skip shift eliminators? Has only installed or know of any good skip shift eliminators for the Stingray? I haven't received my Stingray yet but would imagine it to be quite annoying.

12-26-2013, 05:35 PM	#2
Piccione Performance Drives: 2010 2ss/rs & 2014 Stingray Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Phoenix Posts: 124	If your planning on tuning it, it can be turned off with the tuning software used, HP Tuners.

12-26-2013, 05:55 PM	#3
Silversled Drives: 2016 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 35	The CAGS is insanely annoying. I'm new to this forum and aren't sure if I can mention a vendor but I've seen at least one who is advertising a plug in CAGS eliminator like on the C6. I'm about ready to give it a try. PM me and I'll provide the name. Barring a plug solution, it can be tuned out as mentioned.

12-27-2013, 07:37 AM	#6
vettefan Drives: C7 2LT Cyber Grey Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Dallas Posts: 35	Or just give it a little more gas and wait until 20+ mph to shift into 2nd gear......

12-31-2013, 01:25 AM	#14
Pete43 Drives: 78 and 2014 Stingray Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Tennessee Posts: 10	http://www.apex-speed.com/apex-motor...ator-8001.html They were very helpful in returning my emails about their skip shift eliminator.