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Adam · 03-21-2005, 01:25 PM

Lookin good!

phrankandbeanz · 03-21-2005, 03:57 PM

tasteful modding!

IceBox · 03-21-2005, 06:01 PM

Thank you!

Adam · 03-22-2005, 06:17 AM

I have a quick question for B&M SSK ussers. Since there is a slight increase in notchiness/effort does it reduce the ability to engage gears during super quick shifts?

Lux · 03-22-2005, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Adam

I have a quick question for B&M SSK ussers. Since there is a slight increase in notchiness/effort does it reduce the ability to engage gears during super quick shifts?

No. It feels quite a bit notchier and does require more effort. But that is only relative to the stock shifter. After a week or two you'll be used to it and going back to the stock shifter feels like trying to shift a car with a wet noodle.

What I hated about the stock shifter is the insanely long throw from 1st to 2nd. It actually slowed me down because I always had to "make sure" 2nd was fully engaged. Now, 2nd feels like where it's "supposed to be".

Think of it this way...it's like getting used to a clutch in a new car. Your first week might be weird because you're used to your old car. But you'll adapt.

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Perfectlap · 03-22-2005, 08:33 AM

how much(%) does it actually reduce throw by?

RavenFan_94 · 03-22-2005, 03:28 PM

Ok, I'm game. Where can one buy the SSK? Nice mods on your car by the way.

IceBox · 03-22-2005, 07:05 PM

What I didn't like about the stock shifter aside from the long soft throws was the hit-or-miss shift between 2nd and 3rd. I don't know if anyone else sees this but I did. And to a degree still do, but not to same extent. This problem was most evident at the track, where one really doesn't want that to happen. I feel confident that this upgrade will go a long way to more positive shifts and an overall better experience come track-day. This is a great addition to the Boxster, and for the money I can't see a better bang for the buck anywhere in the Porsche aftermarket. While it doesn't add HP, it does add feel, and that translates to smoothness, which will see you faster in whatever endevour you and your Box' get up to.
BTW, anyone notice the 'turbo tail'?

Perfectlap · 03-22-2005, 07:15 PM

30%?
what does that translate into in measureable terms?
is it a reference to distance from gear to gear?
7 inch to 5 inch of travel?