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Anybody ever modified the stock T5 Shifter to shorten it?

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Old 06-06-2011, 03:49 PM
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Anybody ever modified the stock T5 Shifter to shorten it?

Anybody? I feel like it belongs in a semi it's so tall.
Old 06-06-2011, 07:49 PM
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Re: Anybody ever modified the stock T5 Shifter to shorten it?

You could.
The S10 shifter with a **** on it is annoyingly short, IMO.

A Hurst Comp Plus is a worthwhile investment.
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Re: Anybody ever modified the stock T5 Shifter to shorten it?

The Hurst is out of the budget right now...maybe I'll pick up an S10 and check it out. I didn't even think of that. Thanks for the info, bro.
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Re: Anybody ever modified the stock T5 Shifter to shorten it?

I may also have to try this. I as actually thinking of cutting and rewelding mine anyone try this?
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