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03-08-2009, 09:00 AM
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Pro-Shifter, Short Throw
Has anyone installed the Pro-Shifter, Short Throw on their Cobra? Finish Line is selling the unit - I have had excellent results with a different manufacturer on my 6 speed GTO (also a Tremac), that unit was considerably more money. I wonder how well made this unit is.
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03-08-2009, 09:11 AM
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The Pro 5.0? I have it and LOVE it. The best feature is that the spring-loaded mechanism ensures that you don't miss 3rd gear on the 2-3 shift. One of the best mods that you can do to upgrade the crappy stock Tremec units. I combined mine with a shorter "Jordan" lever, too. Make sure it comes with the extra lower seal/debris boot...you usually have to pay $20 or so extra for it but it's necessary.
-Dean
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03-08-2009, 09:13 AM
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Works great on my T-5. Solid shifts and tight with no slop. I paid a lot more then Enzo is asking for his. Mine was the complete shifter assy with the adjustable positive stops and with the shifter handle.
Terry
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03-08-2009, 09:59 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: SPF 2613 Titanium w/Black, Roush 402SR
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I originally had the stock shifter and replaced it with the Steed Tri Ax.
http://www.steeda.com/products/steed...ter_tremec.php
It's been great so far.
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03-08-2009, 10:07 AM
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Beam Me Up Scottie
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Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Squantum (part of Quincy),
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Cobra Make, Engine: SPF1049 Titanium w/black stripes, 351W with Trick Flow Heads, Tremec 3550
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RedBarchetta
I combined mine with a shorter "Jordan" lever, too. -Dean
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No comment regarding the different shifter mechanism.
I agree 101% regarding the Jordan shifter. Its expensive but worth it. I got the one with the elongated black knob. I did not get the TRACK version.
http://www.secondstrike.com/SecondSt...danShifter.htm
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03-08-2009, 12:24 PM
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FWIW, the Finishline offering does not appear to be the same quality/craftsmanship as the Pro 5.0. This is obviously reflected in the price as well. My $0.02.
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03-08-2009, 12:59 PM
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It looks like what you get from Finishline is the main shifter assy only. I got mine with the handle and adjusters. of course if I remember correctly mine was in the $150 - $170 range. Might have been a different model.
Terry
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03-08-2009, 01:17 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tcrist
..of course if I remember correctly mine was in the $150 - $170 range. Might have been a different model.
Terry
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You probably bought the better one that I did, too. I remember paying about the same. This one lists for $180 and is the real deal...
Source: http://performanceunlimited.com/cobravalley/
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03-08-2009, 04:20 PM
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Just for knowledge, what makes any of these shifter any better than the others ? Why is the stock TKO shifters bad. What about the B&M ?
I'm buying a new 600 Tremec and wanting the best for the money.
Let's get down to the nitty-gretty boyz. 
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03-08-2009, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by FUNFER2
Just for knowledge, what makes any of these shifter any better than the others ? Why is the stock TKO shifters bad. What about the B&M ?
I'm buying a new 600 Tremec and wanting the best for the money.
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The stock shifter isn't inherently bad, but the aftermarket kits shorten the throw and give you a more positive shift. I drove my car for about 1,000 miles with the stock TKO shifter before going to the Steeda Tri Ax (recommended to me by a local owner) and I've been very happy with it. I don't know about anything about the other aftermarket kits, but the Steeda and the Pro-shift seem to be popular with Cobra owners.
BTW - The shift from second to third is interesting until you get familiar with it.
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03-08-2009, 05:33 PM
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How is it and the Pro-5 with the spring, aid in miss shifts from 2nd to third ?
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03-08-2009, 05:41 PM
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PRO 5.0, buy it, love it.
for the Tremec, it is the best shifter.
Of course I had one installed on my car... 
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03-08-2009, 05:59 PM
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How is it and the Pro-5 with the spring, aid in miss shifts from 2nd to third ?
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Kevin, it just feels more like a gated shift, without the gate. Not sure how else to explain it but that I NEVER have missed a 2-3 shift with the Pro 5.0. It is more notchy feeling, but I have gotten comfortable with it and it's not as rubbery feeling as the stock Tremec units.
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03-08-2009, 08:39 PM
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I have one on my Australian DD GTO (JHP GMM Ripshifter) which is a 6 speed (Tremec) - the way it works is rather simple. You are actively pushing against springs in the lateral direction, the default position is the neutral slot between 3-4. It thus becomes very easy to find gears, and the throws are adjustable with set screws. There is no slop and your shifting becomes second nature, I commute in stop and go Wash DC traffic, it is a necessity.
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03-08-2009, 08:55 PM
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Sounds so good, I'll buy one. Is summit & Jegs the cheapest Price's ?
I haven't searched yet.
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03-08-2009, 10:50 PM
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I miss my 2nd-3rd shift all the time on my Tremec, looks like I'm shopping for a Pro-5,, I'm guessing I have to drop the tranny, hole in the floor not big enough?
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03-09-2009, 03:15 AM
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I don't know about the SPF but, my Lone Star is easy. Take all the bolts out and the boot ring and you should, be able to remove the shifter bolts.
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03-09-2009, 08:31 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by pooreds
I miss my 2nd-3rd shift all the time on my Tremec, looks like I'm shopping for a Pro-5,, I'm guessing I have to drop the tranny, hole in the floor not big enough?
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I'm pretty sure you can install the kit from inside the car. Just find someone with small hands and don't drop any parts. There was another thread a while back about the shift from second to third. Be smooth and don't shift fast or jam it into third.
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03-09-2009, 08:35 AM
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Originally Posted by pooreds
I'm guessing I have to drop the tranny, hole in the floor not big enough?
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You a SCOF member? I wrote a procedure on there for SPF owners that don't want to drop the tranny. It's not too terribly difficult, but you will need the right tools.
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03-09-2009, 10:01 AM
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shifter
I have the tko 500 with the stock shifter (Tall and bent forward). Will one of these work on my car? Can I still use my handle?
thanks,
tom
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