[Z06] Different Shifter?
Le Mans Master
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From: 2007 Nat'l Corvette Challenge 11.50 index Champ. New Jersey
Originally Posted by '04 Z06 DFW
Anyone tried a different shifter than the stock Z shifter? Mine seems not only longer throw than it should have, but also not very smooth.
Comments?
Comments?
Ron
Instructor
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From: Euless Texas
Originally Posted by '04 Z06 DFW
Anyone tried a different shifter than the stock Z shifter? Mine seems not only longer throw than it should have, but also not very smooth.
Comments?
Comments?
I switched to the Hurst Billet shifter and I love it. But, it's a mixed bag.
- The good: Fast and precise shifting!!
- The bad: Noisy
If you like a quiet ride (as if the Z06 is quite
) more than a precise shifter, stick with stock.Ciao,
Rick D.
Drifting
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From: Gulf of Mexico Florida West Coast
Like The Car!
Originally Posted by Z06-JIM
I have the B & M Ripper Shifter and love it! 
Last edited by Vettez16; Jan 14, 2005 at 09:17 PM. Reason: spelling
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Burning Brakes
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From: I'm not quite middle aged and I only own one gold chain! San Jose CA
I recently installed the Breathless Performance shifter and really like it. There is a great article over on Z06vette.com by a guy who had a B&M and switched to the BPP. He states that the BPP is better than the ripper...this is, of course, subjective for each person.
I love my new shifter and couldn't go back to stock after experiencing the precision shifting of the new one. There will be an increase in internal noise/vibration with any of the aftermarket shifters, but the tradeoff is worth it to me. The increase in noise is insignificant to me.
Another thing I like about the BPP is that it offers adjustability which the Ripper and Hurst do not. That can be a big factor when setting up the fit and reach of the new shifter. My new shifter allows me to keep my seat back a bit further because 1st is now where N used to be with the stock shifter...a big difference!
Good luck with your choice, but do at least check the BPP shifter out before you make a final decision.
I love my new shifter and couldn't go back to stock after experiencing the precision shifting of the new one. There will be an increase in internal noise/vibration with any of the aftermarket shifters, but the tradeoff is worth it to me. The increase in noise is insignificant to me.
Another thing I like about the BPP is that it offers adjustability which the Ripper and Hurst do not. That can be a big factor when setting up the fit and reach of the new shifter. My new shifter allows me to keep my seat back a bit further because 1st is now where N used to be with the stock shifter...a big difference!
Good luck with your choice, but do at least check the BPP shifter out before you make a final decision.
Collections Hold
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From: Tacoma WA
Hurst here. I used the Hurst classic white billard ball **** for the C5 vette. It is a little larger and heavier than a standard classic. No noise or vibration at all. I power shift at 5500/6500rpm and haven't missed a shift yet, know I can't say that about the stock shifter. Also, the hurst has adjustable springs so you can adjust tension how you like. I used the heavy inner and lighter outer springs (each side). One thru four is like a knife thru butter, but hitting fifth/sixth is a little harder because of the progressive nature of the springs. However, if it's to hard shifting you can always put in light/light springs and also back off the tension set screws. 
Tech Contributor
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From: Wylie TX --> Less is More, except under the hood !
'04 Z06 DFW:
Dallas area here too....
I got a short shifter boot from vette essentials.
I cut my own shifter down over an inch.
It looks stock, and no issues with aftermarket shifters like I often here on here.
It felt like a night and day difference !!!! It is so easy to hit the gears more accurately now.
And its free ! (only cost is short shifter boot)
Toque
Dallas area here too....
I got a short shifter boot from vette essentials.
I cut my own shifter down over an inch.
It looks stock, and no issues with aftermarket shifters like I often here on here.
It felt like a night and day difference !!!! It is so easy to hit the gears more accurately now.
And its free ! (only cost is short shifter boot)
Toque
Race Director
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From: Hockessin Delaware
Originally Posted by Z06 USA
I got the Hurst and like many thought the shifting was too stiff at first but now can't imagine driving without it. I'm not sure if it loosened up or I got used to it or both.
Racer
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From: Altus OK
Originally Posted by Z06 USA
I got the Hurst and like many thought the shifting was too stiff at first but now can't imagine driving without it. I'm not sure if it loosened up or I got used to it or both.
Tech Contributor
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From: Anthony TX
CI 6,7,8,9,11 Vet
St. Jude Donor '08
I have one from Kirban. I really like it. It is very smooth, and accurate and feels nice and tight.
I also changed my trans fluid to Mobil Synthitic ATF! That made a big difference.
Here is a picture of the shifter:
New Shift ****!
Bill C
I also changed my trans fluid to Mobil Synthitic ATF! That made a big difference.
Here is a picture of the shifter:
New Shift ****!
Bill C