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Old 07-17-2012, 01:33 PM
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What are some short shift options?

I recently posted about looking for an upgraded exhaust and now i'm interested in any options for reducing the throw on the shifter.. Its not for racing purposes but I feel like it could use something a bit tighter..

Any popular upgrades without exceeding the hundreds of dollars threshold?

Thanks!

Rob
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Old 07-17-2012, 01:58 PM
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I've been using a Helix short throw shifter for about 2 years with no problems. Installation will require you to get under the car and drop the exhaust. Lots of nuts and bolts but not too difficult.

http://www.outmotoring.com/mini-coop...t-adapter.html
 
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Tyrol sport shift rx. Seems pretty sweet. Or you could cut the shifter shorter n make new threads lol
 
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Tyrol sport shift rx.
Solid piece for those with the 2007 - 2009 model years.
Tyrolsport is working (last time I checked) on kits for the 2010+ models.

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I've used every brand of short shifter and when I put one in my Clubman I went with the Craven SS kit. I love being able to adjust it depending on where I'm driving as I can make it shorter or longer. Longer is better when I get stuck in traffic. Also I think it has a crisper feel than just putting the adapter on the bottom. And on top of it all I installed the shift well cover from Craven, which I have grown to love, at first I just did it to do it, but like it so much better than the boot now.
I also put on a Whalen shift machine ****, which I would do on any MINI.

If you do go with the adapter I really prefer the NM adapter.
 
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I installed the NM and it works just fine. Cheap too.
 
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Lots of suggestions - im sure ill put them all to good use thanks guys!
 
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NM adapter with cover and the M7 Carbon Fiber **** is what i'm running. Great combo. Short, tight and smooth!
 
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