Twist Machine Paddle Shifter 3 Configuration and Options Guide
Overview
The Twist Machine Branded Paddle Shifter 3 is the latest version of the paddle shifter. In contrast with earlier versions, the new design has an HGM design transmitter and receiver and replaces mechanical relays with solid state ones, but for the most part it works and is sold the same way as the previous generation.
Theory of Operation
The paddle shifter is basically a very pretty pair of steering wheel mounted pushbutton switches that are connected to paddles behind the steering wheel that a driver can pull. Any transmission control system that can use a shift up and shift down pushbutton can typically be fitted with this paddle shifter system. There are paddle shifter harnesses to suit transmission control system that use resistor combinations or voltage levels as a trigger, including the GM 6L80E and GM 10L80E.
The implementation of the two switches comes down to somewhat like a keyless remote for a car, with a shift up and shift down paddle instead of a lock and unlock button. Inside the body of the paddle shifter are two radios, one for each paddle, left and right. These radios only transmit when the paddle is pulled, and are equipped with a CR2032 battery that should last 5 years under normal use. Tools to change the battery come with the paddle shifter.
The receiver is paired to the two transmitters and actuates the appropriate relay when a paddle is pulled.
Configuration and Options
The basic configuration options for the paddle shifter are as follows:
One body option that mounts to a GM style steering column with a 11/16 in (0.690 in) x 36 spline shaft.
Two paddle shapes: sport and D9.
Two color styles: silver / aluminum and black anodized
Two finish styles: brushed and polished.
Four types of steering wheel bolt patterns are supported:
Bolt Count | Bolt Circle | Bolt to Bolt Measurement | Adapter Required |
|---|---|---|---|
9 | 4.000 in / 101.60 mm | 1.3681 in / 34.75 mm | NO |
5 | 2.750 in / 70 mm | 1.6164 in / 41.05 mm | TW-SWA-003 |
6 | 2.750 in / 70 mm | 1.3750 in / 34.94 mm | TW-SWA-003 |
5 | 2.871 in / 72.92 mm | 1.6875 in / 42.86 mm | TW-SWA-004 |
A bare adapter hub can be special ordered by customers who need to their own bolt pattern.
Adapter hubs must be purchased in the same color and finish options as the paddle shifter body and paddles in order to form a matching set.
Part Numbers
Here are the component part numbers for this product:
PART NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
TW-PSB3-SPL | TWIST MACHINE PADDLE SHIFTER BODY GEN 3, GM SPLINED SHAFT FITS IDIDIT, FLAMING RIVER | |
TW-PS-D9 | TWIST MACHINE D9 PADDLES (PAIR) | |
TW-PS-SP | TWIST MACHINE PADDLE SHIFTER SPORT PADDLES (PAIR) | |
TW-PS3-HARNESS-GENERIC | TWIST MACHINE GEN 3 PADDLE SHIFTER GENERIC HARNESS | |
TW-PS3-RX-ASSY | TWIST MACHINE PADDLE SHIFTER RECEIVER ASSEMBLY | |
TW-SWA-000 | BLANK STEERING WHEEL ADAPTER | SPECIAL ORDER |
TW-SWA-001 | 5 BOLT x 2.75 IN BOLT CIRCLE STEERING WHEEL ADAPTER | REPLACED BY TW-SWA-003 |
TW-SWA-002 | 6 BOLT x 2.75 IN BOLT CIRCLE STEERING WHEEL ADAPTER | REPLACED BY TW-SWA-003 |
TW-SWA-003 | 5 OR 6 BOLT X 2.75 IN STEERING WHEEL ADAPTER | FITS BOTH 5 AND 6 BOLT 2.75 IN / 70 MM PATTERNS |
TW-SWA-004 | 5 BOLT x 2.871 IN BOLT CIRCLE STEERING WHEEL ADAPTER | |
TW-PS-PF-POL | POLISHED FINISH | CAN BE COMBINED WITH TW-PS-PF-BLK |
TW-PS-PF-BLK | BLACK FINISH | CAN BE COMBINED WITH TW-PS-PF-POL |
The following are replacement parts or used during manufacturing only.
PART NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
TW-PS-RX-H | TWIST MACHINE PADDLE SHIFTER TRANSMITTER HOUSING | SPECIAL ORDER |
TW-PS3-RX-PCB | TWIST MACHINE PADDLE SHIFTER RECEIVER CIRCUIT BOARD | SPECIAL ORDER |
TW-PS-HC | TWIST MACHINE PADDLE SHIFTER HINGE COVER | SPECIAL ORDER |
TW-PS-H | TWIST MACHINE PADDLE SHIFTER HINGE | SPECIAL ORDER |
TW-PS3-TX-PCB | TWIST MACHINE PADDLE SHIFTER TRANSMITTER GEN 3 | SPECIAL ORDER |
Paddle shifter kits are shipped partially assembled, as the paddles are easily damaged during shipment and installation. This also means that paddles can be stocked in pairs separately and added during final kitting for customers.
Harness Options
Three are several harness options available now:
Regular harness that provides a pair of wires each for the shift up and shift down relays, plus a power and ground connection.
Ford specific harness that has terminals to wire into the a Ford 6R80E or Ford 10R80E transmission ECU.
GM specific harness that has a single tap up / tap down (TU/TD) wire that connects to the input on a GM 6L80 or 6L90E transmission.
Note that this needs to be enabled via HP Tuners or other tuning package.HGM COMPUSHIFT dedicated harness - plugs directly in the COMPUSHIFT controller without splices