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Old Nov 10, 2011 | 09:14 AM
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..... The new shift kit in the 700R4 has the automatic shift points way too low for the strip ... gotta shift manually ... the stock shifter can't / won't cooperate as needed ... Whats the best aftermarket shifter for the stock console ? ... I don't expect a bolt-in but wonder if there is one that's easier to fab in and nice looking installed ??? ... pics ??? .............
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Originally Posted by C409
gotta shift manually ... the stock shifter can't / won't cooperate as needed ... Whats the best aftermarket shifter for the stock console ? ... .
B&M Quicksilver ratchet in mine;
only one gear at a time up or down no matter how hard you shift
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/BMM-80683/

With shifter base mounted to the tunnel floor ,the chrome cover plate sits nicely on top of console ;
BUT shifter **** is way higher than stock which may not suit unless shaft cut down.

I don't mind it high because it is right there as your hand drops of the wheel for spirited shifting
Very functional but looks a little odd
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Old Nov 12, 2011 | 10:03 AM
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this should get you started:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-t...s-to-date.html
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Is scrap the auto-craptic in favor of a sick speed with a b&m...
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Old Nov 13, 2011 | 09:17 AM
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Buy a governor recalibration kit. My 700R4 shifts at 6200.
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