praztek

If all the short shifter is doing is just that, then what’s the reason for the notchy feel? I enjoy the smooth shifting of the stock, but would like them to be shorter, is there any aftermarket shifters that are smooth from the get-go?

Stock was smooth from the beginning, not sure if the aftermarket shifters have the design correct?

Thanks,

Mike

demarcom

Someone mentioned the Saleen shifter. It's actually some bolt on items to the stock shifter that shortens the throws by 30%. I have never driven a regular stock 5 speed (have an s281), but it's only a $30 investment in the Saleen variety. They used to use Hurst shifters in the late 80's... Maybe nothing was available a the time they came out with the 05s? Im not that disappointed with this shifter, I just wish it had a little tighter centering spring for that 2-3 shift. Anyone try the Pro 5.0 yet? They just came out with their version for the 05s! I think they had one of the best for the Fox Platforms

http://www.saleen.com/SC101_Services...10-2705-B11516

mffarrell

I installed the Steeda SHORT SHIFTER, and wow what a difference!

praztek

Has anyone tried:

http://www.saleen.com/SC101_Services...10-2705-B11516

viking396

Mine feels tight and very good crisp movement through the gates, I will be buying a new shifter this Spring that has adjustable stop bolts, but the stock shifter **** will remain. Not sure what you mean by natural?

delurker

With the stock shifter, you're pulling on a lever that's longer above the pivot point and shorter below. The "notchiness" is there, you just don't notice it because you use less effort with the increased leverage - and also because of the rubber bushings. I don't think a short shifter will be made that actually shortens the throw, but feels all silky smooth.

MikeHawke

there is no question that the stock shifter is "spongey" and it's way too hard to find thrid in a hurry.

The shifter has all kinds of rubber dampners in it because the 3650 is such a noisy transmission. The previous model of mustang had the same issues but since Ford didn't seem to care if the car was noisy, there was not quite as much of a spongy feel.

I think this car needs an aftermarket shifter real bad.

PullMeOverRed05

I have the same feeling with 3rd (06 GT). Overall I like the shifter, but 3rd isn't good at all.. I may take the leap to the Hurst shifter come spring time

Anyone got a report on how they like theirs?

Stckman

yeah where are the new automatic shifters.. the ones we have are lame as well..

praztek

Has anyone given this a try:


http://www.saleen.com/SC101_Services...10-2705-B11516

Thanks,

Mike