Ekam, I agree we won't be breaking any shift records with the way the basic design of the shifting is set up in these cars. But at the end of the day it's all about feel and how you like to interface with your car. I just enjoy driving the car that much more with my stock short shifter. You say baloony and I say bologna.
It's not about slamming gears...go drive your Camaro or Korvet if that's your thing. Been a track instructor for fifteen years and when I get a student who thinks they have to shift fast, we have a good discussion on missed gears and tranny damage.
I also heel 'n toe and double clutch when driving on the street...some things just come naturally.
__________________ JGM
2002 Boxster S
1973 911 Green FrankenMeanie
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