It does actually have a shift kit installed in it. I just rebuilt the transmission, that's why I got it so cheap it had a bad tranny when I bought it. I don't have an e.p.c. in my trans, so that isn't an option, I do have an adjustable modulator though, so I will mess around with that. As for the 2nd gear clutch pack I just found out alto makes a heavy duty 7 clutch pack to replace the original 6, so I will see if that makes a difference at all. It's the first time I'm trying it out so I'll let you guys know if it is worth installing, that is if i can ever get it on the road. Also I'm not sure how, but the last one I did I got 11 frictions to fit in the 3rd clutch instead of 10. Anyway I'll have to look into that one, maybe they make a thinner pressure plate.