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Old Jul 17, 2002 | 08:50 AM
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Default SHifter options for C5?

What aftermarket shifters are out there, and what are the pro's and cons?
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Old Jul 18, 2002 | 08:02 PM
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I've driven the Kirbin and the Hurst in a C5. I prefer the Hurst because it has a shorter throw and adjustable springs that allow you to set the side to side stiffness of the shift....can't miss 3rd with the full stiff springs....just shove it forward.
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Old Jul 18, 2002 | 08:36 PM
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I use the Ripper - nothing feels better to me.
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Old Jul 19, 2002 | 09:18 AM
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I had the B&M Ripper for about a year and loved it--but I switched to the Hurst because the considerable stiffness of the B&M, which, while excellent for aggressive driving, had my elbow aching after longer city drives--I absolutely adore the Hurst--between the two you can't go wrong, but my preference is with the Hurst. <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/gr_cheers.gif" />
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Old Jul 22, 2002 | 09:04 AM
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HURST just did it last weekend hands down the best mod to date!
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Old Jul 22, 2002 | 09:14 AM
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Breathless has one out as well.

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Old Jul 22, 2002 | 01:24 PM
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We have the kirban on our zo6. 5th and 6th can be a little tricky, just gotta get used to it. its a little stiff, but no complaints really. I'd really like to try the Hurst.
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Old Jul 23, 2002 | 12:09 AM
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I have the breathless performance shifter. Its a bit more expensive. Its nice how you can ajust the angles of the shifter. I like it and have not missed any shifts with it.
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