04-01-2018, 06:48 AM | #1 |
Drives: Camaro z/28 Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Texas
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What short shifter are you using?
I'm looking into potentially getting a short throw shifter and particularly looking for feedback on the bowler but I am open to any suggestions. I'm not necessarily looking for a super short throw but overall experience. Meaning tactically, vibration, weight and notch. I want as visceral of an experience every time I go for a drive. Nothing wrong with the stock but is there more out there I'm missing out on as far as that goes?
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04-01-2018, 08:08 AM | #2 |
Drives: 14' Red Z/28 #336 Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Northen Indiana
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I just put a MGW in mine but have not drove it yet, engine upgrades not done.
This shifter is very well made for the money and is a complete shifter body not just the drop in stick like a lot of others out there. What sold me on this one was the fact that its has return to center spring built in that I don't think any of the other have but should all but eliminate missed 2-3rd gear shifts. There are reviews out there that I have read on most all shifters for our cars but Don't remember where, Google and Im sure you will find it or someone here may chime in. This MGW does feel nice shifting gears just setting in the car, a little more precise than the factory shifter, a more direct shift feel (stock feels rubbery) even though the stock shifter is pretty good but this all is without driving it yet so I can't comment on noise or vibration yet. Hope this helps some |
04-01-2018, 08:25 AM | #3 |
Drives: 2015 BLK/BLK 2SS/RS MN6 Join Date: Oct 2016
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I have a Hurst that I bought used. It's fine, a little sloppy but works as advertised. My biggest concern is the OEM linkage that is still left behind. It may be plenty strong but I feel like I could break it with a hard shift. I haven't seen one yet to see the difference but I would look at MGW for that reason alone as it replaces everything.
Some of you folks who have MGW's care to comment? |
04-01-2018, 09:18 AM | #4 |
Drives: 2015 SW 2SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2018
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I've had my MGW for 8 months and love it. The overall feel is much better than the stock 1le shifter, IMO. I can still miss a shift every now and then though. Driver mod needed.
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04-01-2018, 04:07 PM | #5 |
Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE 2022 GMC AT4 HD Join Date: Dec 2014
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04-01-2018, 06:48 PM | #6 |
Drives: 67 Pro touring and 2015 Z28 Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: Beaver Dam, KY
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I have Bowler's and love it!
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04-02-2018, 02:55 PM | #7 |
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Barton Industries also make one for the Camaro 5 that seems to get good reviews. It's a crowded marketplace out there!!
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04-02-2018, 03:38 PM | #8 |
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I dunno who made it, I guess GM, but I ordered it from the factory.
Love it!!
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04-08-2018, 02:05 PM | #9 |
Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 1LE Join Date: Feb 2016
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Barton is nice but I couldn't take the rattle, so I ditched it. It does get good reviews though.
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04-08-2018, 02:10 PM | #10 |
Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 1LE Join Date: Feb 2016
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Its probably the 1LE shifter. My Spring Edition didn't come with it, but thats what I switched to after the trying the Barton. I like the 1LE too, but that's what the Z28 comes with stock though I think.
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LSX Block, MAST 305 Black Labels, Exceldyne Valves, Diamond Pistons, Callies Crank & Rods, Cam Motion Cam, Johnson 2116LSR Lifters, Comp XDA Pushrods, Jesel Rockers, Mamo MSD, NW 102, Roto-Fab CAI, FAST 65# Injectors, ZL1 Fuel Pump, Kooks 2" Headers, Corsa Sport 3" Catback, Z28 Shifter, ZR1 Clutch, Katech LW Flywheel, 1LE 3.91 Diff, LPW Diff Cover, BMR - 1.4" Springs, LCA's, Trailing Arms, Toe Rods, Sway Bars, End Links, Diff Bushings, and Tunnel Brace, Z28/1LE Strut Tower Brace, Improved Racing Oil Cooler 2023 Camaro ZL1 / 1LE Stock |
04-12-2018, 07:06 PM | #11 |
Drives: Camaro z/28 Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Texas
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Thank for everyone's input I ended up going with the mgw and could not be happier with it. However I ran into some trouble. I installed it using ramps only and it was tough to get the rubber boot installed right so when I took it out for the test drive it came of and caught the driveshaft and ripped off. Any suggestions on how to replace the boot or alternative to covering the linkage from the elements?
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05-14-2018, 01:56 PM | #12 |
Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: Hudson Florida
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MGW feels amazing
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05-17-2018, 07:53 AM | #13 | |
Drives: 2015 Z/28 #898 Join Date: Oct 2016
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Did you keep stock boot/knob or change to lever/ball? Sorry, I don’t have an answer for you on the rubber boot ripping off. They do have a detailed under car video on install on the MGW website. |
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05-17-2018, 08:02 AM | #14 |
Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: Hudson Florida
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I kept the stock boot and changed the knob
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