Another satisfied C6 shifter user [pix]
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Another satisfied C6 shifter user [pix]
I received my C6 shifter kit today. Installation was easy except for the fact that my torx screwdrivers were stripped and unusable.
I had to make a run to home depot because you need a #40 torx bit (which is quite large) to remove the 3 bolts, two holding the shifter to the console and 1 connecting the linkage to the shifter.
After all was put back together, I noticed that the shifting action was much smoother and engaging the gears now seem easier and less notchy. The **** fits very well in hand. I cannot say how much shorter the throw is than stock but I think the official GM press release said the C6 shifter throw was 10-15% shorter or something. Shifting feels niiiice.
I have an aftermarket boot so I didnt have to worry about the new **** matching my stock black boot.
I had to make a run to home depot because you need a #40 torx bit (which is quite large) to remove the 3 bolts, two holding the shifter to the console and 1 connecting the linkage to the shifter.
After all was put back together, I noticed that the shifting action was much smoother and engaging the gears now seem easier and less notchy. The **** fits very well in hand. I cannot say how much shorter the throw is than stock but I think the official GM press release said the C6 shifter throw was 10-15% shorter or something. Shifting feels niiiice.
I have an aftermarket boot so I didnt have to worry about the new **** matching my stock black boot.
Last edited by jdmvette; Aug 3, 2005 at 02:31 AM.
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That looks like a good mod. I wonder if you could get the leather on the **** matched to the leather on the boot?
My C6 shifter should be here Thursday. I am very excited. I had an aftermarket shifter, but was unhappy with the heavy springs. So hopefully this will be a nice compromise.
My C6 shifter should be here Thursday. I am very excited. I had an aftermarket shifter, but was unhappy with the heavy springs. So hopefully this will be a nice compromise.
Last edited by viper punisher; Aug 3, 2005 at 12:49 AM.
