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  • Short Throw Shifter

    Hey, Any V6 guys here have a Short Throw Shifter installed?

    I see several types but i wanted to know which is the best for feal and performance.

    Thanks.



    Anyone?

    I would hate to think I was the first and only.
    Last edited by CHMLEON; March 1st, 2007, 01:53 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost

    1996 Pontiac Firebird - Blue/Green Chameleon - 3.8L V6 (231ci)
    Totaled & Declared Dead: 08/07/2001 - Rebuilt & Reborn: 08/21/2002

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    most guys go with the B&M ripper shifter that I have seen. Some get the Pro 5.0
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    • #3
      The PRO 5.0 will work on our cars? I looked them up a while back, and the applications list I saw didn't list the Camaro or Firebird V6. . . Anybody have pics? I'm looking for a short throw as well.

      I hear the "Lou's Short Stick" is a good choice too, I think it comes with a pistol grip knob too. . .
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      • #4
        Yeah, they have a Pro 5.0 for the T5 V6 Transmission.

        I just bought ordered one.

        I will let you know how it goes.

        1996 Pontiac Firebird - Blue/Green Chameleon - 3.8L V6 (231ci)
        Totaled & Declared Dead: 08/07/2001 - Rebuilt & Reborn: 08/21/2002

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        • #5
          V6's People still have those things? Oh j/k


          I have had the B&M and i wasn't a big fan of it.
          It was on a 3GC T5

          1995 TA Sold. i sure do miss it though.
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          • #6
            I think I'm going to try the Pro 5.0 or the Short Stick, I kinda like the pistol grip, but I might go with a standard SS style knob or even a t-handle. Let us know how the pro 5.0 works out for you, if you like it, I might order one myself.
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            • #7
              I ordered it on Thursday so I'll probably get it by next week and I will install it and post some pics.

              1996 Pontiac Firebird - Blue/Green Chameleon - 3.8L V6 (231ci)
              Totaled & Declared Dead: 08/07/2001 - Rebuilt & Reborn: 08/21/2002

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              • #8
                Ok...

                I got the Pro 5.0 shifter last week and installed it today.

                The shifter feels very nice and smooth. 2nd to 3rd shifts are no longer a problem.

                The only gripe i have is that the the shaft does not seem to be any shorter that stock. So i went back to the WS6 store and ordered one of there 6" bolt on shafts. I will probably get it next week and I will report back again once i get the new shaft installed.

                I forgot to take some photos, I have not installed the center console back again. So I will try to take some tomarrow.

                1996 Pontiac Firebird - Blue/Green Chameleon - 3.8L V6 (231ci)
                Totaled & Declared Dead: 08/07/2001 - Rebuilt & Reborn: 08/21/2002

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                • #9
                  I want an manual trans.

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                  • #10
                    I have seen a lot of people just cut and weld them instead of ordering new handles.

                    I have a MGW on my mustang and i have never felt anything like it before.
                    There is probobly less slop in the whole thing compared to my stock shifter in a gear on the T/A

                    1995 TA Sold. i sure do miss it though.
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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by MyBadZ28
                      I have seen a lot of people just cut and weld them instead of ordering new handles.

                      I have a MGW on my mustang and i have never felt anything like it before.
                      There is probobly less slop in the whole thing compared to my stock shifter in a gear on the T/A
                      Yeah, I wish i know how to weld. I never learned how to.


                      That is one of my goals for the summer to but a welder and learn how to use it on multiple types of meadle.

                      1996 Pontiac Firebird - Blue/Green Chameleon - 3.8L V6 (231ci)
                      Totaled & Declared Dead: 08/07/2001 - Rebuilt & Reborn: 08/21/2002

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