How does a short shifter change the experience in a 987?

[DarkVeil]

My standard shifter is worn and I've been told I can replace it with the OEM short-shifter for a similar cost to replacing the standard part. This isn't something I have considered doing before, but is it worth it? Does it just make gear changes quicker and firmer?

[larskernisfast]

must have imo about £350.

[f6box]

Shortens the throw, adds a bit more weight and effort, makes the shift a bit more precise and the end points of the gate / throw better defined, but doesn't get rid of the lateral play.

Subjective, but I'd say it turns what is a mediocre shift as standard into a reasonably nice, but still not exceptionally good, shift. As above, it does add a little effort, especially pushing through the detent into reverse. So, if you prefer very light shifters, probably won't be for you. Other than that, it's a very good value little tweak.

[Cheib]

Assume it is the same as the one in the 997, in which case based on my experience I would definitely say yes. My 997.2 was specced with one by the first owner.

[Ed.Neumann]

I think the 997.2 GT3 shifter is the nicest, not as short as the ssk, but all metal parts and nice rifle bolt change without it being harder to shift.


997.2 GT3 shift (997 424 010 91)


997 short shift (997 424 983 00)




Other option is Alex on 911uk.com forums does a cracking SSK, using lots of metal insert parts. it is even better again imho and around £150, you use your old case.

Edited by Ed.Neumann on Monday 19th August 23:24

[Royal Jelly]

Previous owner installed the GT4 short shift on my 981.

It’s just about perfect. They have such a lovely gearbox, but having driven a standard one, it sits a tad high. You probably wouldn’t notice until you try the short shift.

Would definitely recommend.

[larskernisfast]

Ed.Neumann said:

I think the 997.2 GT3 shifter is the nicest, not as short as the ssk, but all metal parts and nice rifle bolt change without it being harder to shift.


997.2 GT3 shift (997 424 010 91)


997 short shift (997 424 983 00)




Other option is Alex on 911uk.com forums does a cracking SSK, using lots of metal insert parts. it is even better again imho and around £150, you use your old case.

Edited by Ed.Neumann on Monday 19th August 23:24

see I think the GT3 one is too long and is not a short shift.

I balled raced a 997 Short Shifter and then fitted solid end ends to the gear box, it's a very very nice shift action and no play.

[f6box]

larskernisfast said:

see I think the GT3 one is too long and is not a short shift.

I balled raced a 997 Short Shifter and then fitted solid end ends to the gear box, it's a very very nice shift action and no play.

On that note re solid ends etc, I had a modified standard shift fitted to a previous 987. It had all the plastic bushings and bearings replaced with metal. The shift itself had no play. But fitted to the car it barely made any difference. Car had standard factory cables and ends. So, yes, you'll need solid ends etc to remove all the play.

And would tend to agree the GT3 shift is a bit long. The factory short shift has a nice throw, wouldn't want it any longer.

In terms of cheap and easy, just swapping in a factory short shift does improve the shift. Still has a fair bit of lateral play, but it's a reasonably enjoyable shift if you want to keep things simple and not get involved with new cables / ends etc.

[Ed.Neumann]

If you are going to go Short, I would speak to Alex on 911UK.com forums, his kit is much nicer than the Porsche SSK.

My preference is..

1. Alex's kit.
2. 997.2 GT3
3. Porsche SSK. I found this a bit wooly feeling.

The numeric is also superb, but expensive.