Z/28 Shifter Suggestions - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Fast.Freddie · 12-08-2020, 08:50 AM

Hope everyone is surviving this crazy year. Living in PA they have already salted the roads once so the Z/28 is nestled in the garage for a long winters nap. This only means it’s time to tinker. I really want to pull the heads and address the known issues and slide a cam in it but haven’t convinced myself to pull the trigger yet. I still have a GM warranty until June so might wait it out to see if something happens and allow GM to pick up the labor. I do want to replace the stock shifter as it’s a little to sloppy for my taste. The MGW deal looks legit but wanted to gather some opinions from you all. If I’m missing a thread on this I apologize in advance !

PapaKlutch · 12-08-2020, 01:11 PM

I've used the GM OEM short-throw ZL1 as provided in the 5th gen SS 1LE option, the aftermarket Hurst short-throw shifter in a friend's 5th gen SS and I own the Short Throw Shifter Assembly for OEM Use version of the three models of MGW's. IMO, the MGW is absolutely the best aftermarket option. I'm a big fan.

Coz3z3 · 12-08-2020, 01:37 PM

I agree with above, I put the MGW in my 1LE and it was fantastic. I am awaiting delivery of my second MGW for the Z/28 to put in this winter. It’s really quality built and I believe it is 11% shorter throw over the stock one we have.

SIM GhostrdrZ · 12-08-2020, 02:05 PM

It must be an mgw shifter winter. I ordered one as well and looking forward to improved shifting this spring/summer. I had a hurst in my V6 and the Z28 shifter was better than that so everyone that has mgw says it’s the best so I had to get one. Retro and OEM stick so I can switch if needed.

GeneRoss · 12-08-2020, 03:59 PM

Where are you guys ordering the MGW shifter from?

SIM GhostrdrZ · 12-08-2020, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by GeneRoss

Where are you guys ordering the MGW shifter from?

The mgw website. Use the mgwpatriot for discount. They have 3 options and you can get more than just 1 stick option if you want. Very nice folks if you call them.

s.hammer · 12-08-2020, 05:00 PM

MGW works really well in the Z/28

SIM GhostrdrZ · 12-08-2020, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by s.hammer

MGW works really well in the Z/28

Perfect
Only a few Z28 folks report on this forum about it. Many SS/1LE/ZLE folks speak very highly of the MGW.
So thank you

Coz3z3 · 12-08-2020, 05:29 PM

Yes MGW website is where I ordered both now. They called me last week to tell me they should ship out late last week or early this week just because they are a little backed up. Very nice people for sure.
And yes, it is a very fantastic shifter. I can’t see there being a difference between the 1LE and Z/28 as for it being installed. But will report back when I get it! Lol

Fast.Freddie · 12-08-2020, 09:22 PM

Thanks all!! Looks like I know what I’m ordering !!

pzero · 12-09-2020, 12:15 AM

Very nice info gents. Holiday project MGW shifter short throw. Thanks.

Install video:
https://youtu.be/iR45CGOnQOo

Web info:
https://www.mgwshifters.com/shifters/camaros/82

d kings z28 · 12-09-2020, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s.hammer

MGW works really well in the Z/28

2014 white z28 mgw year ago work done by Tom Wong heads,cam,headers 535 hp.

Fast.Freddie · 12-09-2020, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by SIM GhostrdrZ

The mgw website. Use the mgwpatriot for discount. They have 3 options and you can get more than just 1 stick option if you want. Very nice folks if you call them.

Appreciate the discount code, basically saves you the shipping costs! Ordered it this morning!

Coz3z3 · 12-09-2020, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Fast.Freddie

Appreciate the discount code, basically saves you the shipping costs! Ordered it this morning!

That’s why I ordered mine too! Got an email it shipped this morning!

12-08-2020, 08:50 AM	#1
Fast.Freddie 2015 Z/28 #48 Drives: 2015 Z/28 #48 Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 116	Z/28 Shifter Suggestions Hope everyone is surviving this crazy year. Living in PA they have already salted the roads once so the Z/28 is nestled in the garage for a long winters nap. This only means it’s time to tinker. I really want to pull the heads and address the known issues and slide a cam in it but haven’t convinced myself to pull the trigger yet. I still have a GM warranty until June so might wait it out to see if something happens and allow GM to pick up the labor. I do want to replace the stock shifter as it’s a little to sloppy for my taste. The MGW deal looks legit but wanted to gather some opinions from you all. If I’m missing a thread on this I apologize in advance ! Attached Images

12-08-2020, 01:11 PM	#2
PapaKlutch Drives: 2015 Camaro SS/1LE Join Date: May 2015 Location: Nevada Posts: 950	I've used the GM OEM short-throw ZL1 as provided in the 5th gen SS 1LE option, the aftermarket Hurst short-throw shifter in a friend's 5th gen SS and I own the Short Throw Shifter Assembly for OEM Use version of the three models of MGW's. IMO, the MGW is absolutely the best aftermarket option. I'm a big fan. __________________ 2015 2SS/1LE/RECARO/NPP/RS/NAV

12-08-2020, 03:59 PM	#5
GeneRoss Drives: 14 Z/28 #368 02 SS(sold) 2012 Equus Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 197	Where are you guys ordering the MGW shifter from? __________________ 2014 Z/28 #368

12-09-2020, 12:15 AM	#11
pzero Drives: 2015 Camaro Z/28 #968 Silver Ice M Join Date: May 2019 Location: Houston Posts: 366	Very nice info gents. Holiday project MGW shifter short throw. Thanks. Install video: https://youtu.be/iR45CGOnQOo Web info: https://www.mgwshifters.com/shifters/camaros/82 __________________ Current Cars: 2008 Honda CRV 2.0L 2015 Chevy Z/28 7.0L 2016 Chevy Tahoe 5.3L Past Cars: 1976 Chevy Malibu Classic 5.7L 1985 Chevy 2DR 4x4 Blazer 5.7L 1989 Chevy IROC-Z 5.7L 1995 Chevy 2DR 4x4 Tahoe 5.7L 2005 Chevy 4DR Tahoe 5.3L

12-08-2020, 01:37 PM	#3
Coz3z3 Drives: 2015 Z/28, 2015 1LE Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Nevada Posts: 646	I agree with above, I put the MGW in my 1LE and it was fantastic. I am awaiting delivery of my second MGW for the Z/28 to put in this winter. It’s really quality built and I believe it is 11% shorter throw over the stock one we have.

12-08-2020, 02:05 PM	#4
SIM GhostrdrZ Drives: ‘14 ZL1 M6 vert Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,292 View My Garage	It must be an mgw shifter winter. I ordered one as well and looking forward to improved shifting this spring/summer. I had a hurst in my V6 and the Z28 shifter was better than that so everyone that has mgw says it’s the best so I had to get one. Retro and OEM stick so I can switch if needed.

12-08-2020, 05:00 PM	#7
s.hammer Drives: 2015 Z/28 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 246	MGW works really well in the Z/28

12-08-2020, 05:29 PM	#9
Coz3z3 Drives: 2015 Z/28, 2015 1LE Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Nevada Posts: 646	Yes MGW website is where I ordered both now. They called me last week to tell me they should ship out late last week or early this week just because they are a little backed up. Very nice people for sure. And yes, it is a very fantastic shifter. I can’t see there being a difference between the 1LE and Z/28 as for it being installed. But will report back when I get it! Lol

12-08-2020, 09:22 PM	#10
Fast.Freddie 2015 Z/28 #48 Drives: 2015 Z/28 #48 Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 116	Thanks all!! Looks like I know what I’m ordering !!