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Old Oct 28, 2004 | 11:29 PM
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I just got done installing my new Ripper shifter on my 2000 T/A M6. Actually had my girlfriend doing the "flashlight holding" lol Anyway, I got it all buttoned up and test drove it.

I seem to hear more road/driveline noise. Is this normal or was it there all along? She said it was just because I was driving with the radio off, but I thought that the sounds were more audible. Yes, I replaced the factory shifter boot and everything so I didn't miss anything. Just wondering if this was normal or not.

Oh yeah, shifts awesome and the 2-3 shift is amazing!
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Old Oct 28, 2004 | 11:47 PM
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I believe that's normal with any aftermarket shifter.
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Old Oct 29, 2004 | 12:05 AM
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That's normal.
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Old Oct 29, 2004 | 01:07 AM
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'ppreciate it guys!
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Old Oct 29, 2004 | 06:26 AM
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yeah it's normal because they don't have the dampner between the shift handle and the shifter. The solid shifter handle transfers the noise to the interior etc.
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Old Oct 29, 2004 | 01:30 PM
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ya it's normal mine does the same thing
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Old Oct 29, 2004 | 02:16 PM
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What is the difference between the Pro 5.0 and the Ripper. I know the pro has that 2-3 shift that is a sinch. BUt does the Ripper have the same effect?? Sorry to steal the thread, it seems like you got the ? answered. Thanks guys.
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Old Oct 29, 2004 | 02:21 PM
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Yeah it is the same effect. But the 5.0 is a whole lot louder because you have the shifter sticking out of the rubber boot very loud compared to the Ripper I have had all three shifters (Hurst Billet) I prefer the B&M over them both in almost every point the 5.0 is a shorter throw though and kinda notchy feeling the Hurst was still to vague etc.
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3rd gear is the worst with mine.
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