What short throw shifter should I go with? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

SSKyle · 07-27-2011, 09:52 AM

Which shifter is everyone running/ had the best luck with? Looking into getting one shortly and would like some input.. Post some pics also to give me an idea..
Thanks in advance

zombi · 07-27-2011, 11:35 AM

Hurst!

SSOOCH · 07-27-2011, 11:37 AM

Whatever one you want! Can't go wrong with any of them.

c_LoW29 · 07-27-2011, 11:55 AM

go with the factory hurst!!!!!!

clg_98ta · 07-27-2011, 01:40 PM

I like my Barton, and I especially like the stick and knob options that it allows

Here's my Barton with a Hurst T-Handle ($20 on EBay)

Heres one of the Barton knobs

Nomad · 07-27-2011, 01:45 PM

I went with Barton also.

I like the "infinite" adjustability of the unit. It does have options for knob and stick and it has a very short throw at it's maximum adjustment. Price was good, in the middle for all of the available options.

I agree with SSOOCH though, if you go with any of the quality ones that are discussed on here, you can't go wrong.

RichieSSZ28 · 07-27-2011, 01:59 PM

I just installed the MGW short throw a few weeks ago and love it. It's the full replacement kit. It was a pain in the butt to install on the arms but after all it was definitly worth it. I had issues going from 2-3rd and the spring assist to center on the MGW is great. I have the black ball with orange SS to match the onterior and have had compliments and it makes the ride more enjoyable and easier to quick shift. It reduces the throw 33%.

pdesanctis · 07-27-2011, 02:15 PM

MGW is the only shifter that replaces the whole housing. I do not see how any other shifter can compete. To each his own.

slick rick · 07-27-2011, 03:34 PM

Love my aftermarket Hurst

The Stig · 07-27-2011, 03:36 PM

this really comes down to personal preference. You can look at the throw reduction of each brand and the shift knobs they offer. But at the end of the day people suggest the one they have, because well they have it.

c_LoW29 · 08-01-2011, 12:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pdesanctis

MGW is the only shifter that replaces the whole housing. I do not see how any other shifter can compete. To each his own.

The factory hurst replaces the whole shifter as well and they sell them even if you didnt order it with the car.

Nvincent4708 · 08-01-2011, 01:28 PM

Barton or Hurst. I'd pick Hurst

bpoirier · 08-01-2011, 04:02 PM

MGW, no question about it!

FSUCamaro · 08-01-2011, 04:04 PM

I was also looking into short throw shifters, but why get the Hurst (for 300$) when you can do something like this...

http://www.mrt-direct.com/mrtntadapt.html for much cheaper?

can someone explain? is this not a true short throw shifter?

07-27-2011, 09:52 AM	#1
SSKyle Drives: 2011 SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Kentucky Posts: 47	What short throw shifter should I go with? Which shifter is everyone running/ had the best luck with? Looking into getting one shortly and would like some input.. Post some pics also to give me an idea.. Thanks in advance

07-27-2011, 11:35 AM	#2
zombi Drives: 2011 Black 6 Speed Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Savannah, Ga. Posts: 251 View My Garage	Hurst! __________________ :fighting0040:Injen CAI, MRT V.2, Doug Thorley Headers, Hurst SS, RX Catch Can with Breather, Heritage Grill, Matte black vinyl hood and trunk, Custom interior, Iggee seat covers

07-27-2011, 11:37 AM	#3
SSOOCH Camaro SL,UTs Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS #16429 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Jordan, UT Posts: 7,357 View My Garage	Whatever one you want! Can't go wrong with any of them. __________________

07-27-2011, 01:40 PM	#5
clg_98ta Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,698 View My Garage	I like my Barton, and I especially like the stick and knob options that it allows Here's my Barton with a Hurst T-Handle ($20 on EBay) Heres one of the Barton knobs __________________ Black 2SS ordered 1/4/2010, received 2/19/2010

07-27-2011, 01:45 PM	#6
Nomad Drives: '11 2SS/RS RJT M6 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Grounded in the 'Shwa Posts: 478 View My Garage	I went with Barton also. I like the "infinite" adjustability of the unit. It does have options for knob and stick and it has a very short throw at it's maximum adjustment. Price was good, in the middle for all of the available options. I agree with SSOOCH though, if you go with any of the quality ones that are discussed on here, you can't go wrong. __________________ Vararam CAI, Elite Engineering Catch Can, Separate Clutch Fluid Reservoir, Ghost Armor Full Protection Package, Chromed Turn Signal Bulbs, RPI Stealth Splash Guards, Skip Shift Eliminator, Defenderworx Chrome Bowtie Inserts, Pfadt Trailing Arms, Camaro Decal Store CGM Hood Spears with "376ci" custom text, Billet Depot/Drake Underhood Polished Caps, CGM Lug Nut Decals, Pedders Front Radius Rod Inserts, JacFab Front License Plate Bracket

07-27-2011, 11:55 AM	#4
c_LoW29 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS, 2010 Mustang GT Join Date: May 2010 Location: Slidell, LA Posts: 2,412 View My Garage	go with the factory hurst!!!!!!

07-27-2011, 01:59 PM	#7
RichieSSZ28 Emerald Coast Camaros Drives: 10' 2SS/RS & 14' Sierra Z71 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Jay, FL Posts: 165 View My Garage	I just installed the MGW short throw a few weeks ago and love it. It's the full replacement kit. It was a pain in the butt to install on the arms but after all it was definitly worth it. I had issues going from 2-3rd and the spring assist to center on the MGW is great. I have the black ball with orange SS to match the onterior and have had compliments and it makes the ride more enjoyable and easier to quick shift. It reduces the throw 33%. __________________ SLP 1-3/4" LT Headers, 3" High flow cats,MGW short throw shifter with Orange SS, Magnaflow 2.5" Street series aggressive full system exhaust with 4" Tips, MGW Short throw shifter, K&N CAI, SLP 160 thermostat, Diablo Sport Tune by SLP, Sinister Street scene Package, Custom Two Tone paint scheme(Pearl black and Inferno Orange) by Owens Customizing, Two tone Engine cover, 22" Gianelle Cuba 10 matte black with ball cut details, Vredestein SUV assanta tires 265/35 and 315/30.

07-27-2011, 02:15 PM	#8
pdesanctis i like to go fast Drives: 2011 SS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: jupiter, florida Posts: 154	MGW is the only shifter that replaces the whole housing. I do not see how any other shifter can compete. To each his own.

07-27-2011, 03:34 PM	#9
slick rick SoCal Mayhem Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Foothill Ranch, CA Posts: 5,488 View My Garage	Love my aftermarket Hurst __________________

07-27-2011, 03:36 PM	#10
The Stig knows 2 facts about ducks Drives: ...and they're both wrong Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The HMS Invincible Posts: 25,072 View My Garage	this really comes down to personal preference. You can look at the throw reduction of each brand and the shift knobs they offer. But at the end of the day people suggest the one they have, because well they have it. __________________

08-01-2011, 01:28 PM	#12
Nvincent4708 Drives: N/A Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 25,856 View My Garage	Barton or Hurst. I'd pick Hurst

08-01-2011, 04:02 PM	#13
bpoirier Drives: 2SS/RS IOM CGM Stripes Join Date: May 2009 Location: Haughton, LA Posts: 931	MGW, no question about it!

08-01-2011, 04:04 PM	#14
FSUCamaro Drives: 2011 Summit White LS Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 42 View My Garage	I was also looking into short throw shifters, but why get the Hurst (for 300$) when you can do something like this... http://www.mrt-direct.com/mrtntadapt.html for much cheaper? can someone explain? is this not a true short throw shifter? __________________ 2011 Summit White LS , 30% Tint, MRT v1.0, Roto Fab CAI, 10 inch Infinity Sub in Stealth Enclosure, Chrome Bowties MY Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=160486

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