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Old May 5, 2009 | 03:49 PM
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I just bought my first vette. 99 Black FRC 6spd. It has a B&M short throw shifter, mine is pretty stiff. are they all stiff or is the linkage out of alignment or seizing up? Also, it has a Vortex cold air intake and, it came with a Hypertech programmer. The car was never programed, I know this because the box wasn't even opened yet. Are they worth using and what type of results can I expect to see? Thanks.

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Old May 5, 2009 | 03:59 PM
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I have the same shifter, yes it is pretty stiff, congrats and enjoy .
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Congrats on your new Vette!
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Old May 5, 2009 | 04:08 PM
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yeah i have a B&M short shifter in mine and it is a bit stiff, not as bad as the hurst. I do know what you mean it feels a little sketchy at first like somethings wrong but you'll get used to it. awesome short short shifts tho congrats with the car and have fun with it!
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