rsutter22

Is there a way that I can rebuild my stock shifter so that it is not so sloppy? I have found a few short throws I like but am not ready to spend 4 to 500 on one yet.

If anyone has a recommendation please let me know.

The b&m is a pos from what I've heard/read.

Firebrian

The factory shifters were sloppier right off the bat due to their extra length and the sound/vibration rubber isolation coupling. I don't know if they are other than "loose" even when brand new. When my car was new the shifter came off right away so it's basically "new." I don't see a whole lot that can get sloppier. One option is to unbolt the upper shifter handle and attach a shorter aftermarket version. That will give you direct coupling and a tighter, shorter feel. There can't be a shortage of old 5"-7" shifter handles laying around. Just find something that has the same 2 bolt pattern. Use a rubber gasket of some sort on that upper shaft to act as a vibration dampener. You will get more noise and vibration in the cabin than you had before.

blackandgold

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The stock shifter is one of those things that I'm hesitant to say you should spend money on. If you can hold off for a bit I'm sure and MGW or something will pop up used on the classifieds for < $200.