Short shift kit
Discussion
pikey said:
Just dropped my Cayman off (to investigate the 'check engine' light that appeared some time ago (not seen since)) and in conversation found out that the short shift kit can be retrofitted and is in stock.
So.............
Shame the X50 pack and LSD aren't available yet!
So.............
Shame the X50 pack and LSD aren't available yet!
Pikey - I recently was loaned two cars from OPC whilst my car was in for warranty work, like others on here I was thinking of getting the short-shift kit fitted to my 997 S. Both cars I had from OPC (295BHP Boxster S & a Cayman S) had the short-shift kit fitted and I must say I did not like it one bit.
Sure the travel is shorter but it is very stiff and it no longer feels smooth. Best thing to do is drive the cars at OPC (you use Colchester don't you?) with the short - shift fitted and see if you like it.
I was surprised how it felt because generally the opinion on here is it is a must have bolt-on accessory.
Strange.
nbetts said:
pikey said:
Just dropped my Cayman off (to investigate the 'check engine' light that appeared some time ago (not seen since)) and in conversation found out that the short shift kit can be retrofitted and is in stock.
So.............
Shame the X50 pack and LSD aren't available yet!
So.............
Shame the X50 pack and LSD aren't available yet!
Pikey - I recently was loaned two cars from OPC whilst my car was in for warranty work, like others on here I was thinking of getting the short-shift kit fitted to my 997 S. Both cars I had from OPC (295BHP Boxster S & a Cayman S) had the short-shift kit fitted and I must say I did not like it one bit.
Sure the travel is shorter but it is very stiff and it no longer feels smooth. Best thing to do is drive the cars at OPC (you use Colchester don't you?) with the short - shift fitted and see if you like it.
I was surprised how it felt because generally the opinion on here is it is a must have bolt-on accessory.
Strange.
seconded. its not pleasant or fun to use at all.
nbetts said:
Sure the travel is shorter but it is very stiff and it no longer feels smooth. Best thing to do is drive the cars at OPC (you use Colchester don't you?) with the short - shift fitted and see if you like it.
I was surprised how it felt because generally the opinion on here is it is a must have bolt-on accessory.
Strange.
Interesting feedback. Must admit I am going into this a bit blind, but I don't like the 'sloppy' feel from the standard. I was surprised how it felt because generally the opinion on here is it is a must have bolt-on accessory.
Strange.
I use East London (Bow).
nervous said:
It's not pleasant or fun to use at all.
Bums! Oh well, it'll be interesting to see if it's subjective or if I dislike it too!
I'm aware that it's notchy when cold and smooth & clicky when hot. The standard box is a lot different to my previous car's (S2000), which was much shorter and tighter.
pikey said:
nervous said:
It's not pleasant or fun to use at all.
Bums! Oh well, it'll be interesting to see if it's subjective or if I dislike it too!
I'm aware that it's notchy when cold and smooth & clicky when hot. The standard box is a lot different to my previous car's (S2000), which was much shorter and tighter.
hot or cold, im afraid its neither good nor as it should be.
gubbs997 said:
never had any probs with mine, it has a slick slick slick riffle bolt action. However recently tested a Cayman S at Colchester and hated the gear box with a short shifter in that so perhaps its due to the engine being in the wrong place 
Go and try it in a 997 and see....
Go and try it in a 997 and see....
gubbs997 - I must confess I have not driven the short-shift kit on a 997 S. Ironic really as it is the car I own. The short-shift kit on a Cayman S or Boxster S that I have driven has been very poor and using those as a yardstick I put my credit card back in my wallet. If I get the opportunity I will try the Short Shift kit in a 997.
nervous said:
pikey said:
nervous said:
It's not pleasant or fun to use at all.
Bums! Oh well, it'll be interesting to see if it's subjective or if I dislike it too!
I'm aware that it's notchy when cold and smooth & clicky when hot. The standard box is a lot different to my previous car's (S2000), which was much shorter and tighter.
hot or cold, im afraid its neither good nor as it should be.
Have you checked the adjustment of the SSK?
I did mine and it improved 5000% !!
SO THEN? Who wants to know what I actually think of the SSK now it's on the Cayman (when I've had it for 6 months without)?
E X C E L L E N T !
Nice and tight, clicks, not notchy, much sportier feel. £186 for the part, 1.5 hours labour (£180) plus VAT. Worth it? YES! I like it a lot - really changes the overall feel.
However, I read Geneve's "I've just bought a 997 GT3" thread earlier, my SSK excitement is deflated!
E X C E L L E N T !
Nice and tight, clicks, not notchy, much sportier feel. £186 for the part, 1.5 hours labour (£180) plus VAT. Worth it? YES! I like it a lot - really changes the overall feel.
However, I read Geneve's "I've just bought a 997 GT3" thread earlier, my SSK excitement is deflated!
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