i have been following this thread from the first post, but didn't think of getting one.
I use to have the Chinese shifter on my Boxster S and it was very nice.
The shifter was much shorter then the OEM, but it requires mor force to shift.
A specially when the car is cold, but that has to to with the 6 speed, that is less "friendly" then the 5 in my opinion.
When I got the 996, I installed the 997 part.
If to be honest, the difference compared to the OEM, is not that noticeable in my case.
Maybe it has to do with the fact that my car has low mileage, and the original shifter was pretty tight as is.
Also in the throw, very slight improvement.
This weekend I got to meet Ben, and drove his car.
Let me tell you guys, his shifter is something.
The only thing nicer then the shifter, is Ben himself
So add me on the list buddy.
Also the planum he is working on seem to be working great, and sounds very nice over 4K.
Keep the good job kid, and hope to see you again befor you go home.