Aftermarket short throw T-5 shifters

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Aug 12, 2001 | 05:08 AM

LarsZ28

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Aftermarket short throw T-5 shifters

Hi, I am after a shifter for my T-5 trans.
I want something that has a short shift, and easy to install with no major mods (if any).
I love how on "gone in 60 seconds" the must@ngs shifter clicks as he is going through the gears.. I would love that !

Aug 12, 2001 | 06:50 PM

OLDYELLR

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From: Sweaburg, ON Canada

Car: '85 IROC

Engine: 305

Transmission: T-5

One word: Ripper! http://www.racenet.net/drivetrn/b&mpg2.htm

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Aug 12, 2001 | 11:44 PM

Kevin91Z

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Car: 1990 Pontiac Trans Am

Engine: 355 TPI siamesed runners

Transmission: Tremec T56

Axle/Gears: 12-Bolt 3.73

B&M and Hurst both make shifters for T5's. I have a Hurst on my T5, and my T56 has a B&M Ripper, but its not installed yet.

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Aug 14, 2001 | 07:58 PM

kjgroen

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From: Parkersburg, IA, U.S.

Car: Trans Am

Engine: L69

Transmission: T5

Axle/Gears: 3.73

i have a hurst and like it alot very short and notchy shifting.. Kevin

Aug 14, 2001 | 10:29 PM

LarsZ28

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Thanks for the replies!

I ordered a Ripper Shifter today.

Are they hard to install, anyone got any tips??

Thanks guys!

Aug 15, 2001 | 01:35 AM

84TransAm

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It just bolts in. With the Hurst (probably true with the B&M) you're supposed to put some RTV sealant around the edges to keep tranny fluid from leaking. And you gotta adjust the 2nd and 3rd stops. Real easy.

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1984 Trans Am, Goodwrench 350, TES Headers, Performer RPM Intake, Flowmaster 80 Series, Holley 600 cfm & vacuum advance, and T5 with short shift