shifter question
Le Mans Master
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From: Longview Texas
Most aftermarket shifters, like Hurst, do not even have a provision for the pin.
Racer
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From: Fort Lauderdale Florida
Height
Are C6 ZO6 shifters shorter?
Does a shift **** from a stock C5 screw on to a C6 ZO6 shifter (manual)?
Easy install?
The C5 shifter is too long/tall!
VETSTYL
Does a shift **** from a stock C5 screw on to a C6 ZO6 shifter (manual)?
Easy install?
The C5 shifter is too long/tall!
VETSTYL
Last edited by VETSTYL; Jul 11, 2007 at 10:18 PM.
Le Mans Master
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From: Southern New Jersey, The wet part at the bottom
St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10
Yes, the C6 Z06 is shorter than a C5 shifter. That is how it's throws are shorter. No, the C6 Z06 shifter isn't threaded. I cut mine even shorter and threaded it (9/16"-18) down to the bend (thats as far as you can physically go) to accept my favorite white Hurst ball. The stock C5 **** is also 9/16"-18 thread as is most threaded *****. Do a search for C6 Z06 shifter install in the archives for a great how to including pics. Chuck1026 I think. Sounds like the Bible, doesn't it? Book of Chuck verse 1026
Edit: I stand corrected the install DIY is from member Patches.
Edit: I stand corrected the install DIY is from member Patches.
Last edited by Ol'55; Jul 12, 2007 at 01:40 PM.
Melting Slicks
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From: Lititz PA
To be completly honest, I didn't notice a dramatic change in throw distance between the C6Z shifter and stock C5. It is much smoother, though.
Last edited by YeloFevr; Jul 11, 2007 at 10:31 PM. Reason: Typo oh no!
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Racer
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Le Mans Master
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I installed the c6 z06 shifter last year and also love it. The throw might be the same but, the height is much shorter thus making the throw appear to be shorter. That being said, it is much smother and IMHO much more comfortable. I'm a small guy and my arm no longer leaves the counsel when shifting before, I felt like I was driving a truck. Just my .02
Safety Car
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Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10
I would do it again. The C6Z06 has other attributes as well. It has bronze bushings, is mounted solidly (the C5 is rubber mounted) Is insulated better (vibration/noise) and can be bought for $125 (no Ball/screw) Thread it yourself or for less than $200 complete. Between this shifter and the Anti-Venom Mod (for $1.50) my MN6 feels just like an M-22 with a Hurst Competition Plus from the '60s/'70s.
Le Mans Master
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From: HONOLULU HAWAII
I installed the c6 z06 shifter last year and also love it. The throw might be the same but, the height is much shorter thus making the throw appear to be shorter. That being said, it is much smother and IMHO much more comfortable. I'm a small guy and my arm no longer leaves the counsel when shifting before, I felt like I was driving a truck. Just my .02
Le Mans Master
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From: HONOLULU HAWAII
I am curious why there seems to be such a difference on opinions regarding the throw on the C6 shifter, that is why I am asking. I mean it should not be that hard to tell if the throws are shorter or not. I can understand it being smoother and more precise due to the difference in the mounting (no rubber mount) so that may be worth it even if the throws are the same.
Instructor
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From: Acworth GA
I feel that the throws are definitely shorter, but not as short as a B&M. Side play is a little tighter than stock, which is a great feeling.
Best mod if you drive your car often. Feels like a whole new animal.
Best mod if you drive your car often. Feels like a whole new animal.
Race Director
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From: Not on either liberal coast.
A C6/Z06 shifter is the same construction as a C5/Z06 shifter with the exception of the rearward bent lever and possibly the bushings, if changed by the installer. Obviously, the **** is a great improvement over the C5/Z06. Gene Culley has even stated they're basically the same.
They're all made from stamped steel and rubber for isolation from noise and vibration. The rearward bent lever probably makes the shifts feel shorter just as shortening an oem C5/Z06 shifter does to some degree.
The fact that it's new (with no wear patterns) might make it feel better to some users.
They're all made from stamped steel and rubber for isolation from noise and vibration. The rearward bent lever probably makes the shifts feel shorter just as shortening an oem C5/Z06 shifter does to some degree.
The fact that it's new (with no wear patterns) might make it feel better to some users.
