RIPPER or PRO-5.0 ???
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Re: RIPPER or PRO-5.0 ??? I was under the impression, that basically all aftermarket shifters made quite a bit of noise. Please let me know of shifters that don't. That is one downfall of aftermarket shifters. That noise can really **** you off sometimes.
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Re: RIPPER or PRO-5.0 ??? I had just purchased a Pro 5.0 with a short stick from Speed Inc. Is the short stick that Speed Inc. supplies with the shifter the same as Lou's short stick? I'm asking because I'm deployed right now and I havn't seen the shifter stick yet.
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<img border="0" alt="[worship]" title="" src="graemlins/gr_hail.gif" /> MTI <img border="0" alt="[burn out]" title="" src="graemlins/gr_burnout.gif" /> Sorry, can't contain my excitement <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="gr_images/icons/tongue.gif" />
Re: RIPPER or PRO-5.0 ??? Between the two SS's I've owned I've tried the factory Hurst w/ short stick, Hurst Billet Plus & now the Ripper & the B&M is far & away the best shifter I've felt. The stick height was perfect for me & I liked the fact that it was a one piece design. It's smooth & precise without being too notchy & I haven't missed a shift since the day & installed it.
Shay
Shay
Re: RIPPER or PRO-5.0 ??? Lous short stick bends back to the driver a little bit, the LS1 speed stick is straight. I have the LS1 speed stick and it's a solid piece. <img border="0" alt="[USA]" title="" src="graemlins/patriot.gif" />
Re: RIPPER or PRO-5.0 ??? Not sure what you guys mean when you talk about noise. I'm assuming you're referring to the sound when you shift, not when you're just driving right? Can someone describe this 'noise' so I can understand...I've never heard it before. Maybe my mind isn't made up after all!?! Thanks.
Re: RIPPER or PRO-5.0 ??? Had a Pro 5.0 in my 1989 GT and now have one in my Z28. Awesome shifter! Solid as rock, no slop, good return and very little added noise (I didn't cut the boot). Cut about 2/3 of the threads off and you will love it!
Re: RIPPER or PRO-5.0 ??? The noise that is increased isn't coming from the shifts, but rather the mechanics of the transmission when it's under load. The reason you might notice this is because in the stock shifter stick there is a rubber "grommet" between tha actual stick itself & the shifter arm where it bolts to. This is there specifically to elminate vibration & noise by GM however, this is also the main reason why the stock shifter feels so sloppy & unprecise. On aftermarket shifters the stick bolts directly to the shifter arm (or in the case of the Ripper is one solid piece from bottom to top) to get the most solid movement & feel possible which results in better shifts.
The vibration of the tranny actually travels up an aftermarket shifter, which is what you hear, because of there not being that rubber piece to absorb it.
I rarely ever notice much of a difference with my Ripper & it's only at WOT when I do. But unless you know what to listen for, the average person will never hear it. This shouldn't deter anyone from changing out the stock unit though because the gains are definitely worth it! You'll feel more confidence & control in shifting the first time you ever take the car out.
I've never felt a Pro 5.0, but I've also ever heard anyone ever say anything bad about it & the Ripper is by far the best I've ever felt.
Basically, I don't think you can go wrong with either one that you choose.
Good luck!
Shay
The vibration of the tranny actually travels up an aftermarket shifter, which is what you hear, because of there not being that rubber piece to absorb it.
I rarely ever notice much of a difference with my Ripper & it's only at WOT when I do. But unless you know what to listen for, the average person will never hear it. This shouldn't deter anyone from changing out the stock unit though because the gains are definitely worth it! You'll feel more confidence & control in shifting the first time you ever take the car out.
I've never felt a Pro 5.0, but I've also ever heard anyone ever say anything bad about it & the Ripper is by far the best I've ever felt.
Basically, I don't think you can go wrong with either one that you choose.
Good luck!
Shay
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Verdad Gallardo Re: RIPPER or PRO-5.0 ??? Shay, thanks for the explanation and for all of your input. I appreciate everyone's two cents. Helped out alot. Guess I really can't loose with this decision, huh? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" />