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pcrdude · 10-14-2011, 11:42 AM

I wanted my manual SS to have the short throw shifter, but the car I found did not have it. Has anyone started with the stock shifter, then had a short throw version installed? What brand, and how would you rate the difference?

Absolute MUST-DO!

or:

Really cool and worth the money.

or:

I really like it, but not a huge deal.

or:

Not a noticeable advantage over stock.

Thanks

JWoj3540 · 10-14-2011, 11:55 AM

I don't have so can't say for sure, but everything I've heard says that the short-throw shifter is a worthy upgrade. With that said, it is definitely something that can be installed aftermarket. Hurst is the best supplier.

bmorecam · 10-14-2011, 12:04 PM

If you have a manual tranny then a short shifter is a must. I love it so much that I am thinking about jumping to a even shorter throw.

YES!! A must have unless you like long and mushy throws lol.

eggydoo · 10-14-2011, 12:05 PM

it's a must
I have the LSR one since I liked the OEM leather knob.

mrh923 · 10-14-2011, 12:06 PM

I test drove one with the short throw, but ended up purchasing an SS with the stock shifter. I recently replaced it with the Hurst short throw and I could not be happier. I didn't think it would be that noticeable, but holy crap!! Now that I'm driving with the Hurst installed, the stock shifters throws were comparable to driving a truck.

Birm · 10-14-2011, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrh923

I test drove one with the short throw, but ended up purchasing an SS with the stock shifter. I recently replaced it with the Hurst short throw and I could not be happier. I didn't think it would be that noticeable, but holy crap!! Now that I'm driving with the Hurst installed, the stock shifters throws were comparable to driving a truck.

This^^

Weezerj · 10-14-2011, 12:09 PM

I thought this was a must.

I have an MGW with retro nob on the way. The MGW is the whole shifting unit, while the hurst is just the top half.

If you want to know more, go http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...&highlight=mgw

bigtim1985 · 10-14-2011, 12:11 PM

hurst short throw in mine. very happy with it.

GtSmoke · 10-14-2011, 12:20 PM

MGW makes you do this

and stock will make you do this

- conclusion... a must.

pcrdude · 10-14-2011, 12:23 PM

OK, the MGW looks like the deal. I don't have time to wrench this sucka, so anyone know how much it would be to have this installed? And where? A quality speed shop?

GQ4Life · 10-14-2011, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pcrdude

I wanted my manual SS to have the short throw shifter, but the car I found did not have it. Has anyone started with the stock shifter, then had a short throw version installed? What brand, and how would you rate the difference?

Absolute MUST-DO!

or:

Really cool and worth the money.

or:

I really like it, but not a huge deal.

or:

Not a noticeable advantage over stock.

Thanks

I got the MGW.. I like that is has a shifter centering spring and I like the knob I got with it.
http://www.mgwltd.com/retro_shaft_as...ter_only.shtml
I got the black knob with red SS logo

lyndalu · 10-14-2011, 12:30 PM

I have a 2010 with the stock shifter. the hurst was not available when we ordered it. we also have a 2012 with the hurst short throw. All I can say is "big difference!" I didn't think there would be but now I will have it put into the 10!

Grabber · 10-14-2011, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pcrdude

OK, the MGW looks like the deal. I don't have time to wrench this sucka, so anyone know how much it would be to have this installed? And where? A quality speed shop?

Just in case you decided to do the work yourself, here is a solid write-up on one.

http://www.planetlsx.com/tech/How_To..._Camaro_SS/133

I would imagine if you went to a dealer/shop, the install cost would most likely be anywhere from $150-$200, which is not horrible.

Good choice on the MGW.

MGW Shifters are the best quality made shifters out there, extremely smooth and quiet, and are not incredibly stiff between shifts.

MGW FTW!!

p3jason · 10-14-2011, 12:40 PM

I agree with most that a short throw is a must do. I personally installed a Barton stick in my 2010 for just over $200. It would have been even less expensive if I hadn't ordered the second shaft option to allow the use of the stock knob. I'm plenty happy with the flat shaft and round handle.

10-14-2011, 11:42 AM	#1
pcrdude Drives: 2012 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Saint Louis Posts: 233	Shifter (Manual Only) I wanted my manual SS to have the short throw shifter, but the car I found did not have it. Has anyone started with the stock shifter, then had a short throw version installed? What brand, and how would you rate the difference? Absolute MUST-DO! or: Really cool and worth the money. or: I really like it, but not a huge deal. or: Not a noticeable advantage over stock. Thanks __________________ My other ride.

10-14-2011, 12:06 PM	#5
mrh923 Drives: 2011 Camaro 1SS/M6 Cyber Gray Met. Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Navarre, FL/Emerald Coast Posts: 624 View My Garage	I test drove one with the short throw, but ended up purchasing an SS with the stock shifter. I recently replaced it with the Hurst short throw and I could not be happier. I didn't think it would be that noticeable, but holy crap!! Now that I'm driving with the Hurst installed, the stock shifters throws were comparable to driving a truck. __________________ 2011 1SS/LS3 M6--Vararam CAI-Corsa catback-Dynatech LTs-RX Catch Can-Vmax ported TB-Eibach Springs-Night Fury Camshaft- 486RWHP/458 TQ

10-14-2011, 12:23 PM	#10
pcrdude Drives: 2012 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Saint Louis Posts: 233	OK, the MGW looks like the deal. I don't have time to wrench this sucka, so anyone know how much it would be to have this installed? And where? A quality speed shop? __________________ My other ride.

10-14-2011, 12:40 PM	#14
p3jason Allergic to stupid. Drives: 2015 ZL1 #957 M6 AGM & 1990 Z24 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 368 View My Garage	I agree with most that a short throw is a must do. I personally installed a Barton stick in my 2010 for just over $200. It would have been even less expensive if I hadn't ordered the second shaft option to allow the use of the stock knob. I'm plenty happy with the flat shaft and round handle. __________________

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10-14-2011, 11:55 AM	#2
JWoj3540 Drives: 2012 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 696	I don't have so can't say for sure, but everything I've heard says that the short-throw shifter is a worthy upgrade. With that said, it is definitely something that can be installed aftermarket. Hurst is the best supplier.

10-14-2011, 12:04 PM	#3
bmorecam Account Suspended Drives: jealous vendors mad!! HAHA!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CYBERGMONSTER@GMAIL.COM Posts: 3,658 View My Garage	If you have a manual tranny then a short shifter is a must. I love it so much that I am thinking about jumping to a even shorter throw. YES!! A must have unless you like long and mushy throws lol.

10-14-2011, 12:05 PM	#4
eggydoo Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 629	it's a must I have the LSR one since I liked the OEM leather knob.

10-14-2011, 12:09 PM	#7
Weezerj Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS -- 02 Escalade Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 668 View My Garage	I thought this was a must. I have an MGW with retro nob on the way. The MGW is the whole shifting unit, while the hurst is just the top half. If you want to know more, go http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...&highlight=mgw

10-14-2011, 12:11 PM	#8
bigtim1985 Drives: 2010 CAMARO 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: NEW JERSEY Posts: 27 View My Garage	hurst short throw in mine. very happy with it.

10-14-2011, 12:20 PM	#9
GtSmoke Drives: 2011 RJT 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 164 View My Garage	MGW makes you do this and stock will make you do this - conclusion... a must.

10-14-2011, 12:30 PM	#12
lyndalu Drives: 87IROC, 92Z, 97SS, 2002SS, 2010SSRS Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 710	I have a 2010 with the stock shifter. the hurst was not available when we ordered it. we also have a 2012 with the hurst short throw. All I can say is "big difference!" I didn't think there would be but now I will have it put into the 10!