Short throw shifter info needed
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Drifting
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From: TEXAS
Short throw shifter info needed
so yea.. I'm having problems going from 2nd to 3rd when..umm... I need to shift at a quicker pace lets say.. merging with traffic 
. LOL
I've seen the B&M ripper shifter, MGW, Hurst (old style? whats that)...
What do you prefer and why? What does a $300 shifter give me that a $190 (B&M) does not? Can I use the "flame ball" shift ball on it? (gift from the wife..) I know ..pics of wife, but this isnt CFOT.
. LOLI've seen the B&M ripper shifter, MGW, Hurst (old style? whats that)...
What do you prefer and why? What does a $300 shifter give me that a $190 (B&M) does not? Can I use the "flame ball" shift ball on it? (gift from the wife..) I know ..pics of wife, but this isnt CFOT.
Safety Car
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From: Los Alamitos California
St. Jude Donor '09
so yea.. I'm having problems going from 2nd to 3rd when..umm... I need to shift at a quicker pace lets say.. merging with traffic . LOL
I've seen the B&M ripper shifter, MGW, Hurst (old style? whats that)...
What do you prefer and why? What does a $300 shifter give me that a $190 (B&M) does not? Can I use the "flame ball" shift ball on it? (gift from the wife..) I know ..pics of wife, but this isnt CFOT.
. LOLI've seen the B&M ripper shifter, MGW, Hurst (old style? whats that)...
What do you prefer and why? What does a $300 shifter give me that a $190 (B&M) does not? Can I use the "flame ball" shift ball on it? (gift from the wife..) I know ..pics of wife, but this isnt CFOT.
San
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From: Phila Suburbs 2023 C8 & 2013 650ix
If you're missing third it's because you are pushing the shifter to the right when you shift from second and another shifter won't help that. Third is straight forward from second with no side pressure with the palm of your hand. Try that first.
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Drifting
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From: TEXAS
I'll give it a shot. I still wouldnt mind having a short throw shifter though.
Pro
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From: Ann Arbor MI
I've had an MGW installed in my 08 for a year. My #1 favorite mod. Notched the fun factor up to a new level. I have no experience with any of the others, but cannot believe there is a better one. Customer service is top shelf.
Get rid of that loose, sloppy, POS stock unit. It's OK for casual use, but it does not take kindly to being pushed hard.
You will not regret it.
Get rid of that loose, sloppy, POS stock unit. It's OK for casual use, but it does not take kindly to being pushed hard.
You will not regret it.
Intermediate
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From: Downers Grove Illinois
I've had an MGW installed in my 08 for a year. My #1 favorite mod. Notched the fun factor up to a new level. I have no experience with any of the others, but cannot believe there is a better one. Customer service is top shelf.
Get rid of that loose, sloppy, POS stock unit. It's OK for casual use, but it does not take kindly to being pushed hard.
You will not regret it.
Get rid of that loose, sloppy, POS stock unit. It's OK for casual use, but it does not take kindly to being pushed hard.
You will not regret it.
Pro
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From: Eagle River Alaska
MGW Shifter is a very well built piece of equipment. I had one in my Viper. So, when I upgraded to the Vette its was a simple decision.
You will not regret it.
I see you are in San Antonio. I purchased the Viper from Gunn Dodge in SA. I do miss that city.
You will not regret it.
I see you are in San Antonio. I purchased the Viper from Gunn Dodge in SA. I do miss that city.
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From: Phila Suburbs 2023 C8 & 2013 650ix
I just checked your profile and see that you have an 05. I agree that changing to a short throw shifter will make driving much more enjoyable. The original shifter is just too long. When I had my 05 I kept hitting the air conditioner switch to off as I went for third because the throw was sooo long. I went with the B&M and found it to be a major improvement. But still no side pressure going to third.
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Drifting
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From: TEXAS
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I just checked your profile and see that you have an 05. I agree that changing to a short throw shifter will make driving much more enjoyable. The original shifter is just too long. When I had my 05 I kept hitting the air conditioner switch to off as I went for third because the throw was sooo long. I went with the B&M and found it to be a major improvement. But still no side pressure going to third.
I just checked your profile and see that you have an 05. I agree that changing to a short throw shifter will make driving much more enjoyable. The original shifter is just too long. When I had my 05 I kept hitting the air conditioner switch to off as I went for third because the throw was sooo long. I went with the B&M and found it to be a major improvement. But still no side pressure going to third.
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From: Phila Suburbs 2023 C8 & 2013 650ix
I found the B&M to be a major improvement over the stock unit but if I were doing it again I would go with the MGW based on the experience of this forum. Now if timd38 is giving his away, I'd consider that.
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Drifting
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From: TEXAS
I did.. I bought it (well.. not yet, need to send the $ out tomorrow)
Drifting
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From: Ambler Pa.
so yea.. I'm having problems going from 2nd to 3rd when..umm... I need to shift at a quicker pace lets say.. merging with traffic . LOL
I've seen the B&M ripper shifter, MGW, Hurst (old style? whats that)...
What do you prefer and why? What does a $300 shifter give me that a $190 (B&M) does not? Can I use the "flame ball" shift ball on it? (gift from the wife..) I know ..pics of wife, but this isnt CFOT.
. LOLI've seen the B&M ripper shifter, MGW, Hurst (old style? whats that)...
What do you prefer and why? What does a $300 shifter give me that a $190 (B&M) does not? Can I use the "flame ball" shift ball on it? (gift from the wife..) I know ..pics of wife, but this isnt CFOT.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Mar 2002
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From: Concord NC
Make sure you don't have your shifter **** in a choke hold,I always shift from 2nd to 3rd with an open palm,pushing straight forward and the 1-2 and 3-4 with my fingertips....think GI Joe with the Kung Fu grip.
