Which short shifter should I get?

Discussion in 'Modifications & DIY how-to' started by techlord, Feb 5, 2008.

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What short Shifter (STI) should I get?

  1. Cobb

    12.5%
  2. Perrin

    4.2%
  3. Kartboy

    83.3%
  1. techlord

    techlord Active Member

    Here is what Sakari has available and I think one should meet my needs. Please vote your personal preference and if possible a brief description for your choice.
    Link to the options:perrin, Cobb, and Kartboy
    http://www.sakarimotorsports.com/cat...35_112_562_653

    Thanks guys!
     
  2. FTZ

    FTZ ^.^

    Kartboy + STi SS

    I was going to get the Perrin because I wanted the adjust ability, but I heard that actually causes problems.
     
  3. BKiller

    BKiller Active Member

  4. Alex

    Alex Community Founder Staff Member

  5. goixiz

    goixiz Active Member

    ^^^ thanks BK... but

    I would recommend COBB for the STi Short shifter
    just be cautious and check the clamps once a while
     
  6. techlord

    techlord Active Member

    That is for the 5spd only.

    I did not see it on his site but I will check again and check out the link but I figured I would check the local guys that support our forum. yaaaaamean

    EDIT:
    FAWK that TIC is expensive...but looks nice and complete.
     
    Last edited: Feb 5, 2008
  7. FACE

    FACE Active Member

    Get the SPT...with the Kings discount!
     
  8. techlord

    techlord Active Member

    ^^but it is 300 bucks the MOST expensive of all even with the GREAT deals he gets. Although I want to check if it comes with all upgraded bushings like the TiC then maybe.
     
  9. FACE

    FACE Active Member

    Call classic and ask for parts and then ask for bull and tell him "the eye doctor" alex told you to call and he should be able to tell you about the bushings!



    Too many darn and's.......sorry LOL
     
  10. DustySTI

    DustySTI Member

    I have kartboy short throw and bushings. There is a world of difference. THe bushings especially help. At first it feels a little stiff, but after driving it for a day, you will never want to have the stock feel. It shortens the height to a good level too. IMO this is what the stock shifter should feel like from the factory. KingWRX has driven my car. He'll give you a second opinion.
     
  11. wrxin8or

    wrxin8or Mullitt Staff Member

    He may be a local guy, but he refuses to be a vendor here which is pretty weaksauce


    Kartboy FTW!

    Also, who cares about the adjustability, when you are just going to have it as short of a throw as you can anyway?
     
  12. keeganxt

    keeganxt Active Member

  13. dontcallitarex

    dontcallitarex Active Member

    Kartboy makes awesome parts for reasonable amounts of money. I have one in my 08 wrx, and every other shifter on any car I've come across feels incredibly sloppy after it. Including a 996 911. With a porsche short throw.
     
  14. BKiller

    BKiller Active Member

    Ooops, forgot you were doing the 6-speed deal...
     
  15. Galimore

    Galimore Member

    I'm using Cobb SS w/Cobb Bushings and love it. Wrote a review for it here
     
  16. Matt

    Matt Think before you post Staff Member Supporting Member

    I'm sorry, but I have to go with Alex. The turn in concept guys are too notch! I know mike is great as well, but Clint and Tony at TiC are the best! And DAMN good pricing! :bigthumb:
     
  17. Alex

    Alex Community Founder Staff Member

    I think the implication was that Sakari carries TiC products. I am sorry for linking you to the 5spd in my OP :)
     
  18. techlord

    techlord Active Member

    no problemo, I will give Sakari a shot as his prices look good less the TiC bushing. I am sure he will be competitive.
     
  19. Weapon

    Weapon 90lbs of dynamite Supporting Member

    well if advertising cost is more than the profit it makes perfect sense


    Id say kartboy with STi SS
     
  20. techlord

    techlord Active Member

    Thanks guys for all the input I will be going with the Kartboy TiC combo put together by Sakari it is the same as the one on TiC's website.
     
  21. Alex

    Alex Community Founder Staff Member

    Word! We should order it together :hug:
     
  22. jesus888

    jesus888 Member

    For the right price... the Kartboy short shifter plus the TIC/Kartboy bushings will be mine!!!!
     
  23. techlord

    techlord Active Member

    Give Sakari a call the price is right!
     
    Last edited: Feb 6, 2008
  24. jesus888

    jesus888 Member

  25. techlord

    techlord Active Member

    yes, according to Sakari it is just the Kartboy shifter kit + TiC bushings.

    Alex:
    I will be meeting him Friday to give him some cash.
     
  26. Alex

    Alex Community Founder Staff Member

    Great, you will not be disappointed!
     

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