Short shift gear change

[jw2015]

I've tried a search on this as I vaguely recall a related thread quite a while ago, but couldn't find anything. I was wondering what sort of money am I looking at to convert my 986 gear shift to the short shift that I believe is in the S. The standard shift is quite long, not very sports-car like at all. Is it really a plug and play job, working from the inside of the car? I'd still be considering getting it done at the dealers though. Has anyone made this change, is it worth it?

 

[Mark_Bennett]

Try --> THIS THREAD <-- for info.

 

[jw2015]

Thanks Mark, that's the one I was looking for. Out of curiosity, does anyone know what an OPC charges for the Porsche short shift unit.

 

[Dapster]

Have a read of this - http://www.porscheclubgbforum.com/tm.asp?m=147433

Interestingly it contradicts the view that it's a b*gger to change gear when the box is cold.

 

[channella]

Somewhere in the region of £238 plus VAT less club discount. About 1.5hrs to fit.

 

[Rob Edwards]

Hi
I have this as a factory fitted option on my 987S, and I have to say (IMHO) it's worth every penny - it makes it much more 'snickety' and sports-like, and although there is a small increase in firmness required, I find this also makes it feel much more solid and precise too. I have not encountered any problems from cold, although it does get fractionally easier once the 'box has warmed up (but then doesn't a 'normal' box do this as well?). The OPC salesman took it out for a spin to see the difference and came back a convert, as he'd never tried one before.
Each to their own, but I'm really pleased with the effect on my 'driving experience'!
I'd recommend it as a worthy extra for the money.
Now, if only they sold instant 'Walther Rorhl' pills as well......![]

 

[jw2015]

Thanks folks, I'm sold on it, an early Christmas pressie to myself perhaps. I do find the normal shift a bit leisurely, the drop down from 3rd to 2nd takes quite a while in my opinion and I don't know anything about heel and toeing stuff, or whatever it is you do to keep the revs up. I'm probably only kidding myself that it'll make any difference to my driving but I am hoping to get on a track soon, so hopefully it'll make that much more fun.