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For a MGW and short-throw shifter newb, what is the first before/after thing you will notice after installation? Are the shifts more precise or just short in terms of travel?
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The very first thing you will notice is the throw. Shifting with the regular shifter vs a short throw is night and day. It's almost like you barely even have to move it to get it in gear. Shifts are more precise as well as it takes a little more effort to shift it in gear, so once you're used to it there far less of a chance for you to miss a gear.
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The very first thing you will notice is the throw. Shifting with the regular shifter vs a short throw is night and day. It's almost like you barely even have to move it to get it in gear. Shifts are more precise as well as it takes a little more effort to shift it in gear, so once you're used to it there far less of a chance for you to miss a gear.
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I've noticed an improvement of 1-2. 2-3 is better, though not perfect. There is still a "wall" if not 90% on target to 3rd. This is just initial impression. Not much seat time whatsoever.
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