{"title":"New Product Releases","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eExplore the latest performance parts and upgrades from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kartboy.com\"\u003eKartboy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This collection features our newest product releases, including shifters, bushings, drivetrain upgrades, suspension components, and more for Subaru. Designed, engineered, and manufactured with the same focus on performance, durability, and driver feel that has defined Kartboy products for over 25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"5-speed-shifter-pivot-bushing","title":"5 Spd Shifter Pivot Bushing Kit","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"383\" data-start=\"126\"\u003eThis is the Kartboy 5-speed shifter pivot bushing kit. Simple part, big difference. If your Subaru 5-speed shifter feels loose, sloppy, vague, or like it has lived a long and questionable life, there’s a good chance the original pivot bushings are worn out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"583\" data-start=\"385\"\u003eThese bushings replace the degraded OE shifter pivot bushings found in Subaru vehicles using the 5-speed transmission. That includes many Impreza RS, WRX, Legacy, and Forester models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"808\" data-start=\"585\"\u003eIt will remove unwanted play at the shifter pivot point for a more direct and solid gear change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1038\" data-start=\"810\"\u003eMade from durable polyurethane and designed as a direct replacement for the original bushings. A great refresh item when installing a short shifter, replacing other shifter bushings, or just bringing an old 5-speed back to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1038\" data-start=\"810\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2708\/8038\/files\/5-speed-pivot-bushing-fitment-guide-ready.jpg?v=1777998472\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKB-001-01001 (LONG) Fitment: 02-07 WRX (OE SHIFT LINKAGE), 08-14 WRX, 05-09 Legacy GT\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKB-001-01002 (SHORT) Fitment: 97-01 RS, 02-07 WRX (SPT SHIFT LINKAGE), 98-05 FORESTER, 03-06 BAJA\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kartboy","offers":[{"title":"KB-001-01001 (LONG)","offer_id":45102890614807,"sku":"KB-001-01001","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"KB-001-01002 (SHORT)","offer_id":45102890647575,"sku":"KB-001-01002","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2708\/8038\/files\/KB-001-01002-short.jpg?v=1777997849"},{"product_id":"5-spd-input-clevis","title":"Shift Input Clevis | Subaru - 5 Speed (1993-2005)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"271\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*PRE-ORDER, 10% off - Units Expected to Ship by 6\/15\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"271\"\u003eThis is the Kartboy 5-speed input clevis. Simple part, smart fix. If you’ve ever replaced the factory Subaru linkage joint on an older 5-speed car, you already know the problem — Up until now you can buy the complete assembly, even if all you actually need is the clevis itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"653\"\u003eThe Kartboy 5-speed input clevis gives you a direct replacement option for the original clevis used on 1993–2005 Subaru 5-speed manual transmissions. Perfect for older Impreza, WRX, Legacy, and Forester models running aftermarket linkage upgrades or refreshing worn factory components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eAs an added bonus, we incorporated the external neutral spring provision found on earlier Subaru models. This allows older applications to retain compatibility when upgrading to a later-model upper shift arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eManufactured from stainless steel for long-term reliability and durability. This one is built to last the life of your Subaru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1038\" data-start=\"810\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2708\/8038\/files\/u-joints-v2.png?v=1779471262\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKB-001-01003 Fitment: \u003c\/em\u003e1993 - 2005 Subaru 5-SPD Manual Transmission\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Note: 1993 - 1996 will need later model upper shift arm for compatibility (1997 or later)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kartboy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45159998816279,"sku":null,"price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2708\/8038\/files\/5-speed-clevis-new-product.jpg?v=1779471237"},{"product_id":"5-spd-solid-shift-joint","title":"Solid Shift Joint | Subaru - 5 Speed (1993-2023)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"271\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*PRE-ORDER, 10% off - Units Expected to Ship by 6\/15\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Kartboy 5-speed solid shift joint. If your Subaru 5-speed shifter feels vague, rubbery, or like half your shift input disappears before it reaches the transmission, the factory linkage joint is one of the biggest reasons for this feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OEM setup uses a soft rubber-isolated joint that wears over time and absorbs shift input instead of transferring it cleanly to the transmission. The Kartboy solid shift joint replaces that factory assembly with a machined solid connection for a more direct and consistent feeling gear change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for Subaru 5-speed manual transmission applications from 1993–2023, this kit was engineered starting with a clean-sheet design. The Kartboy solid shift joint features solid stainless machined center cross tubes, press-fit bronze bushings, and precision machined stainless crush tubes for a bind-free design while still allowing proper bolt torque - this is a component built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike other shift joints on the market, ours features crush tubes, allowing the installer to properly tighten the fasteners, without binding of any kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great upgrade when installing a short shifter, refreshing old linkage components, or tightening up the overall feel of an aging 5-speed drivetrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2708\/8038\/files\/u-joints-v2.png?v=1779471262\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKB-001-01004 Fitment: \u003c\/em\u003e1993 - 2005 Subaru 5-SPD Manual Transmission\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Note 1: 1997- 2005 Require PN KB-001-01003\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Note 2: 1993 - 1996 will need later model upper shift arm for compatibility\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Note 3: It is common for U bracket on 5 speed upper shift arm to have been deformed inward during initial assembly at factory. It is common to need to slightly bend bracket ears outward for proper joint fitment\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kartboy","offers":[{"title":"5 Speed Solid Shift Joint","offer_id":45160138342423,"sku":null,"price":121.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Speed Solid Shift Joint and Shift Input Clevis (REQUIRED: 1993-2005 Models)","offer_id":45160138375191,"sku":null,"price":157.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2708\/8038\/files\/5-speed-joint-new-product.jpg?v=1779474867"},{"product_id":"solid-shift-joint-subaru-5-speed-93-23-copy","title":"Solid Shift Joint | Subaru - 6 Speed (2004-2021)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"271\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*PRE-ORDER, 10% off - Units Expected to Ship by 6\/15\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Kartboy 6-speed solid shift joint. The factory linkage in the STI 6-speed drivetrain was designed with comfort and vibration isolation in mind, but over time that rubber-isolated joint can introduce excess play and a disconnected feeling during shifts, especially during aggressive driving in a very legal manner or fast gear changes getting safely up to speed to merge on the highway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OEM setup uses a rubber-isolated joint that wears over time and absorbs shift input instead of transferring it directly to the transmission. The Kartboy solid shift joint replaces that factory assembly with a precision machined solid connection for a more direct and consistent gear change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for 2004–2021 Subaru STI 6-speed manual transmission applications, this kit was engineered from a clean-sheet design. The Kartboy solid shift joint features solid stainless machined center cross tubes, press-fit bronze bushings, and precision machined stainless crush tubes for a bind-free design while still allowing proper bolt torque - this is a component built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great upgrade when installing a short shifter, refreshing worn linkage components, or tightening up the overall feel of an aging STI 6-speed drivetrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1038\" data-start=\"810\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2708\/8038\/files\/u-joints-v2.png?v=1779471262\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKB-001-01005 Fitment: \u003c\/em\u003e2004 - 2021 Subaru 6-SPD Manual Transmission\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Note 1: A very limited number of 2004-2005 STI had a riveted joint from factory, if so you will need Subaru PN 35046FE010. \u003cstrong\u003ePlease verify before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Note 2: We tested 2004 STIs in development. Neither had the riveted joint, so above note did not apply, and this joint will bolt right up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kartboy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45160220459031,"sku":null,"price":121.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2708\/8038\/files\/6-speed-new-product.jpg?v=1779476769"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2708\/8038\/collections\/5-speed-joint-and-clevis.jpg?v=1779488549","url":"https:\/\/www.kartboy.com\/collections\/new-product-releases.oembed","provider":"Kartboy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}