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Opinions on a Short Shifter
Hello follow 986'ers. I have a 2001S with the 6 speed manual. I'm thinking of replacing the OEM shifter with a Short Shifter. I see that Rennline sells a system for a bout $375 on Pelican. They also sell lower priced models for under $200.
For those that have a short shifter, are you happy you made the change? Big difference going through the gears? Any downsides to installing a SS system? Thanks and happy driving Doug |
I installed a shifter from a 987/997 in my car. The shifts are noticeably smoother and shorter than I experienced with the stock 986 shifter. My research led me to conclude that the 987/997 shifter was better than the less expensive aftermarket shifters.
At the time, I thought a better option would be the Porsche short shift kit from a 987/997. Unfortunately, those were rare, and the available units were considerably more expensive than the stock 987/997 shifters. If I recall correctly, I bought my shifter from a guy who was upgrading to a Porsche short shifter, and I paid a reasonable amount. I don't have hands-on experience with any of the other shifters. |
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I installed one of Ben's ball bearing short shifters and really like it. Seems to make shifts quicker and more precise. In my opinion it's a worthwhile modification.
The exact shifter that I have doesn't appear to be available, but this looks like his current version - https://www.uniwerksdesign.com/product/bens-porsche-996-986-short-shifter/ Photos of my install here (near the bottom of the page) - https://rx19jones.wixsite.com/projectboxster/projectboxster2 http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1750511017.jpg |
Thanks everyone for your input. Appreciate it-
Doug |
I wish there were a short shift kit that had standard threading instead of the proprietary rectangle piece.
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I installed a Ben's with the side lever upgrade. Everything now feels tighter, shorter and more precise. I would definitely recommend it.
https://www.uniwerksdesign.com/product/make-it-easy-porsche-shift-bundle/ |
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I have a Numeric shifter and it's great. It's got three options for how short you want to go with it. I liked that it replaces the entire thing and isn't just a new stick you install in the same plastic base.
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