Here I will explain to you how to make a DIY Sequential Shifter. It will be quite easy and quick to do. This sim racing shifter is strong, adjustable, easy and inexpensive to build.

There is almost no difference between the 3D printed version and the metal version (laser cut or CNC machined). The assembly will be almost the same. You can use this tutorial if you have opted for a steel/aluminium shifter.

Here is what I will help you achieve:

DIY Sequential Shifter

The CAD File is here : Sim Racing Sequential Shifter

First step, you need to look at this video :

DIY SEQUENTIAL SHIFTER REQUIRED PARTS

Find what you need in the DIY Tools section.

Here’s what you’ll need to build the shifter.

The Screws:

DIY Sequential Shifter
Diameter x Length – ScrewsQuantity
M8x402
M6x1020
M6x10 Button Head Screw2
M8x601
M8x130 Half Thread Rod1
M6x164
Diameter – NutsQuantity
M8 Lock Nut4
Diameter – WashersQuantity
M612
Diameter x Length – SpacersQuantity
M6x203
M6X406

Here are the other parts required:

The 3D printed parts:

DIY Sequential Shifter

The Springs and Microswitches:

DIY Sequential Shifter

All required parts:

DIY Sequential Shifter

STEP 1: DIY Sequential Shifter Mobile part

To begin, we will assemble the mobile part.

STEP 1 : The mobile part

The required parts:

DIY Sequential Shifter

Assemble the first plate. You must insert the screws and spacers, after that the bottom mortise, M8 Female rodend and its centralizers (red in the photos).

You must then assemble the knob and its support by screwing it.

DIY Sequential Shifter

And finally, fix the second plate.

STEP 2: DIY Sequential Shifter Fixed part

Now we will assemble the fixed part.

The fixed part

The required parts:

DIY Sequential Shifter

As with the mobile part, you must first make the fixings on a single plate. Don’t forget to solder the wires on the microswitches before sticking them (with glue) on their supports.

Now you can finish fixing the second plate.

STEP 3: DIY Sequential Shifter final assembly

Now we will assemble the mobile part and the fixed part, as well as the springs.

DIY Sequential Shifter
The red washers must be inserted into the axis, on the sides to center the mobile part. Don’t forget about lubrication.

You must now insert the M8x130 screw and the two springs, as well as the two nuts.

Springs assembly

STEP 4: Soldering

You have now completed the assembly, you need to move on to soldering. There are two solutions: Arduino Pro Micro and and 0 Delay Usb Arcade Board (the easiest, and used for the H Shifter).

For the Arduino solution, here is the soldering diagram:

Arduino Wiring for the Microswitches

The Arduino Sketch is provided in the file.

Here I will show you the solution with the 0 Delay Usb Arcade Board, which is easier and plug and play.

To begin, you must solder the 2 pin connectors to the microswitches. I used this Wire cable stripper and an Electric Soldering Iron.

Soldering of the Microswitches

The microswitches must be connected on the USB board.

Microswitches connected on the USB Board.

Remove the plate from the fixed part and remove the two microswitches supports.

Removing the side plate.

Now glue the microswitches to their supports. You will need to fit your microswitches onto the two small tips.

You can now reassemble the microswitches. If you want avoid wires collisions, place the wires of the microswitch which is in front between the red mortise and the female rodend.

Reassemble the plate and fix the USB board to the inner side of the plate.

You can connect your shifter to your PC and test the microswitches with the Windows game controller.

USB Joystick Testing

STEP 5: Adjusting your DIY Sequential Shifter

Now, you need to adjust your springs (using the nuts and tightening the M8x130 screw). In neutral gear, the mobile part must be straight (90° angle), and the springs must be slightly compressed. You also can adjust the range limit of the lever.

DIY Sequential Shifter

Congratulations! Your DIY Sequential Shifter is complete, you can now enjoy it in your favorite games.

The CAD files are available in the shop: Sim Racing Sequential Shifter

If you have any questions or issues while making this Shifter, you can post in the comment section, I will help you as soon as possible.