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How to Make a Shifter Mount for a Playseat Evolution

The Playseat Evolution is a popular racing simulator seat, incorporating mounts for a small flat screen monitor, steering wheel and pedals. Optionally, gamers that prefer manual transmission operation of their virtual vehicles may prefer to mount a shifter to the side of the seat. Although available for purchase as an add-on accessory, many prefer to take the cost-effective path of DIY shifter mount creation.

Things You'll Need

12-inch long, 2-inch diameter threaded metal pipe
Threaded 90-degree elbow joint
Square threaded base plate

Instructions

- 1
  Thread the 90-degree elbow joint onto one end of the threaded pipe. Orient the joint with the adapter facing up.
- 2
  Screw the square threaded base plate on top of the 90-degree joint.
- 3
  Screw the shifter to the holes on the base plate, using the hardware supplied with the wheel.
- 4
  Slide the pipe into the Evolution's receiving slot. Tighten the plastic knob at the base and side of the slot to secure the pipe.
- 5
  Route the shifter wires away from the mount as needed to prevent obstructions.

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