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thstone · 10-09-2019, 08:57 PM

Is the play in the fore-aft direction or the side-to-side direction?

If fore-aft, adjust the front and rear bushing tension to eliminate the slop.

If side-to-side, the plastic/nylon bushing on the side is probably worn and needs to be replaced. Unfortunately, that bushing isn't sold as a standalone part; it only comes as part of the entire shifter assy. There is an aluminum replacement that will eliminate all side-to-side play (Function First) but its somewhat expensive.

FUNCTION-FIRST > Shift-Right Solution

I have Ben's short shifter with the Function Five kit and there is no play or slop in any direction.

10-09-2019, 08:57 PM	#4
thstone Certified Boxster Addict Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 7,669	Is the play in the fore-aft direction or the side-to-side direction? If fore-aft, adjust the front and rear bushing tension to eliminate the slop. If side-to-side, the plastic/nylon bushing on the side is probably worn and needs to be replaced. Unfortunately, that bushing isn't sold as a standalone part; it only comes as part of the entire shifter assy. There is an aluminum replacement that will eliminate all side-to-side play (Function First) but its somewhat expensive. FUNCTION-FIRST > Shift-Right Solution I have Ben's short shifter with the Function Five kit and there is no play or slop in any direction. __________________ 1999 996 C2 - sold - bought back - sold for more 1997 Spec Boxster BSR #254 1979 911 SC POC Licensed DE/TT Instructor