[Z06] Shifters
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Intermediate
Joined: Mar 2010
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From: MELBOURNE FLORIDA
Shifters
Hello, Looking for some feedback from those who have changed their shifters to either a (BM Ripper) or (Hurst Billet plus). Pros- Cons -likes-dislikes, worth the money? Trying to see which one seems to be the best choice....
Racer
Joined: Nov 2009
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From: Cypress Texas
I have the B&M ripper and like it, very solid feel...However it doesn't not have the self centering alignment/mechanism like the Hurst (springs that center alignment of the shifter). I am thinking about switching to a shifter that has a centering mechanism, like the Hurst or an MGW... You can probably find either in the used parts section for around a 100.00..
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2010
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From: Columbia TN
My 04Z has the B&M in it. It was that way when I bought it. I did drive several with the stock unit in them. Get rid of the stock shifter and the big blocky ****. It makes a world of difference.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2010
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From: Spring Hill TN
Had both the hurst and the B&M in my z06 you might as well skip both and go straight to the mgw in my opinion it is a far better piece and the feel is amazing compared to the other 2 
I just converted another z owner from switching from the b&M to the mgw after he drove my car last week.
Hope this helps
I just converted another z owner from switching from the b&M to the mgw after he drove my car last week.
Hope this helps
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 768
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From: Whittier CA
Had both the hurst and the B&M in my z06 you might as well skip both and go straight to the mgw in my opinion it is a far better piece and the feel is amazing compared to the other 2
I just converted another z owner from switching from the b&M to the mgw after he drove my car last week.
Hope this helps
I just converted another z owner from switching from the b&M to the mgw after he drove my car last week.
Hope this helps
MGW agreat unit from a great co. Geo. is the man.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 2,568
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From: Near Charlotte NC
I have the ripper in my 02Z....on it I have a Delrin ****.
Firm,positive feel.I did the Anti-Venom mod w/3 washers and changed fluid to Amsoil ATD.
Shifts smooth.I like it.
As always,IMO.
\db2
Carolina
Firm,positive feel.I did the Anti-Venom mod w/3 washers and changed fluid to Amsoil ATD.
Shifts smooth.I like it.
As always,IMO.
\db2
Carolina
Le Mans Master
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From: Allentown PA & Elk Twp NJ HPDE Addict
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I have the short shaft with the threaded shaft.
I believe it is 30% throw reduction.
The throw is plenty reduced. It actually feels like it was reduced by more than 30%.
I think it is a matter of preference but i tried the c6 z06 shifter and it feel like the stock c5 z06 Shifter box with a much shorter shaft.
My car is only driven on occasion and is far from beeing a daily driver. The MGW provided that race car feeling the stock shifter was lacking.
I believe it is 30% throw reduction.
The throw is plenty reduced. It actually feels like it was reduced by more than 30%.
I think it is a matter of preference but i tried the c6 z06 shifter and it feel like the stock c5 z06 Shifter box with a much shorter shaft.
My car is only driven on occasion and is far from beeing a daily driver. The MGW provided that race car feeling the stock shifter was lacking.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 5,403
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From: Allentown PA & Elk Twp NJ HPDE Addict
I have the short shaft with the threaded shaft.
I believe it is 30% throw reduction.
The throw is plenty reduced. It actually feels like it was reduced by more than 30%.
I think it is a matter of preference but i tried the c6 z06 shifter and it feel like the stock c5 z06 Shifter box with a much shorter shaft.
My car is only driven on occasion and is far from beeing a daily driver. The MGW provided that race car feeling the stock shifter was lacking.
I believe it is 30% throw reduction.
The throw is plenty reduced. It actually feels like it was reduced by more than 30%.
I think it is a matter of preference but i tried the c6 z06 shifter and it feel like the stock c5 z06 Shifter box with a much shorter shaft.
My car is only driven on occasion and is far from beeing a daily driver. The MGW provided that race car feeling the stock shifter was lacking.
Instructor
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From: PLAINFIELD IL
Racer
Joined: Oct 2000
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From: Woodstock Ga
I have the B&M Sport (not to be confused with the Ripper) in my 02 Z. It is a significant upgrade over stock. W/ the isolated upper shaft on the shifter you get a virtually silent shifter unlike most other aftermarket units. It does not have the self-centering springs though. (I believe the newest MGW design doesn't use centering springs either) I've been thinking of maybe trying one of the other brands to see if any are better. Not that I have any specific complaints w/ the B&M though.
The B&M sport also has the side benefit of being able to work w/ both the C5 or 05-07 C6 shift ****. I just installed the C6 **** a few weeks ago and it seriously made a significant improvement in overall shifting, the blocky crap stock C5 **** just has crap for ergonomics. I was quite pleasantly surprised at the difference the C6 **** made.
I'm thinking I may shell out for the MGW and give it a try, but I'm concerned it won't give much benefit over the B&M since it also no longer uses the centering springs. I want truly 100% foolproof 2-3 shifts... Although the B&M is pretty good I've managed to fumble 3rd a couple times recently, could all just be me though...
The B&M sport also has the side benefit of being able to work w/ both the C5 or 05-07 C6 shift ****. I just installed the C6 **** a few weeks ago and it seriously made a significant improvement in overall shifting, the blocky crap stock C5 **** just has crap for ergonomics. I was quite pleasantly surprised at the difference the C6 **** made.
I'm thinking I may shell out for the MGW and give it a try, but I'm concerned it won't give much benefit over the B&M since it also no longer uses the centering springs. I want truly 100% foolproof 2-3 shifts... Although the B&M is pretty good I've managed to fumble 3rd a couple times recently, could all just be me though...
Last edited by GM Fan; Jul 23, 2010 at 05:57 PM.
