Best short shift kit for 996

[johnmh]

I have slowly run out of things to fix on my basket case 2001 996 Cabrio 6 speed.  The top now works, the engine runs well, the a/c is cold. It stops, turns and does not leak.  So I am looking for my next task. 

 

Any suggestions on the best short shift kit for a 996?  The current shifter action is a bit sloppy, so I thought about an upgrade.    

 

 

[mkaunitz]

Numeric is the best option. IMHO


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[creekman]

I bought my Short Shifter throughPelican Parts and I believe it was a Porsche product,  It didn't shift any faster, but was crisp through the gates.  A good upgrade...

 

[Loren]

I have the B&M short shifter (in car version) and it has worked great for 15 plus years.

[JFP in PA]

4 hours ago, Loren said:

I have the B&M short shifter (in car version) and it has worked great for 15 plus years.

 

+1.  Mine has been in the car for 18 years.

[JTT]

I put Ben's kit (google it) and it made a noticeable difference in throw and feel.  Nice kit and easy DIY.

[johnmh]

Thanks for the responses.  Will look online at Pelican and make a decision.  On a related note, after 17 years the suspension could probably benefit from some attention as the car squeaks and rattles a bit on bumps.  Would suspension upgrades beyond just replacing the stock parts (shocks, bushings / control arms, springs) which have worn out make sense on a 2001 996 Cabrio which does not go to the track? 

[dporto]

I've done most of the shifter "upgrades"...?  These include the stock 997 "short shifter" (better than 996 stock), the B&M short shifter (better than stock 997 "short shifter") and finally The Numeric Racing adjustable throw with cables (by FAR the best of the bunch - albeit, also the most expensive!) While the NUmeric with the stock cables was also far better than the rest, the addition of the cables brings it to another level. Obviously, it's a big spend (close to $1k depending on whether Numeric is running a sale - I got both the shifter and cables on sale and they ran a little under $700) - but the results are so worth it!

** As for suspension - short answer is yes! If you like the stance of your car with the stock components and you're not tracking the car then by all means stock is fine - and you'll be amazed at the way the car handles/rides with new suspension parts. If you'd like to change the stance (lower) you'll have to get sport struts/shocks/springs or go with a coilover setup. 

Edited September 18, 2018 by dporto

[signalpuke]

I have a problem with my (I believe) B&M shifter, just started recently where it was getting difficult to shift into reverse. Now I can only shift into 2nd and 4th. What do I need to adjust and/or replace? I'm hoping it's just something simple, but I'm guessing the bushings need to be replaced? I just installed it a couple of years ago, and I tightened up the two side nuts (made it worse).

[JFP in PA]

12 hours ago, signalpuke said:

I have a problem with my (I believe) B&M shifter, just started recently where it was getting difficult to shift into reverse. Now I can only shift into 2nd and 4th. What do I need to adjust and/or replace? I'm hoping it's just something simple, but I'm guessing the bushings need to be replaced? I just installed it a couple of years ago, and I tightened up the two side nuts (made it worse).

 

We have installed many B&M shifters over the years, and they have proven to be one of the best when it comes to durability, and in fact we have never had to replace one.  More likely, you have a cable or cable end issue.