Short Shifter.

[mazda32008]

...actually no i didn't get my cash back yet he still didn't respond to my refund request....if he doesn't i will file a dispute and I HATE doing that since it takes ages to get your money back, by the time you get it back you don't even need it then. Go with either TWM, ARK, or Mazdaspeed....the rest i wouldn't trust. I say TWM, you don't complain about spending the money.

 

[Chibana]

I like my TWM a lot, but the thin leather boot is torn. I'm sure if I contacted them I could get a replacement, but I expect the new one will do the same fairly quickly.

 

[mazdathree2.3s]

did it start getting torn pretty fast? also, is there a need for shifter bushings if i'm already getting the short shifter?

 

[mazda32008]

good question mazdathree i forgot to ask that...i don't want to pay 200+ with the bushings so would it make a difference of not having them and just buying the short shifter for like 180.

 

[Chibana]

did it start getting torn pretty fast? also, is there a need for shifter bushings if i'm already getting the short shifter?

I'm not sure about the bushings. I didn't. The boot didn't tear REALLY fast--maybe a year or so after I bought it, but it shouldn't ever tear. I've never had any of the OEM shift boots in any of my cars tear, so I'd gladly give on the real leather if it means it's just going to rip.

 

[mazda32008]

ok, ive gathered some info on the ralco shifters from what i have read and heard. The shifter is like the mazda speed except that the throws are not any shorter than stock, it is just pointing towards the driver giving him/her more control over it. I will be getting my short shifter soon (ralco) ill let you guys know how it goes from personal experience.

 

[ARKRacing]

Hey ppl so im wanting to but a short shifter.
but im between the Mazdaspeed Short shifter and the TWMperformance Short Shifter.
does any one have either one or know the difference?
which one would u recommend?
thanks

We now have New version ARK Short Shifter !! comes with ARK G-force Knob and duraminum 2024 high grade bushing set !

 

[mazdathree2.3s]

awesome, that kit answers my question by adding the bushings to the package. unless they always come like that(thought)

 

[ARKRacing]

awesome, that kit answers my question by adding the bushings to the package. unless they always come like that(thought)

That is our ARK package for STS.
www.arkspeedracing.com

 

[mazda32008]

ARK Racing are you a sponsor or dealer here? Can you get it cheaper? How would you compare the ARK to the TWM? The TWM doesn't come with bushings or a knob and this does right? is this a better deal? I am looking for shorter throws.

 

[ARKRacing]

ARK Racing are you a sponsor or dealer here? Can you get it cheaper? How would you compare the ARK to the TWM? The TWM doesn't come with bushings or a knob and this does right? is this a better deal? I am looking for shorter throws.

No , i'm just a member, but we will be soon... I just PM you about STS.
And ARK comes with bushing and short throw.

 

[cmedrive]

I went with a TWM but I can definitely vouch for ARK products. I have an ARK exhaust and its been awesome. I get tons of compliments on the sound and I have never had an issue with it. Great company!

 

[mazda32008]

i just installed my TWM SS with a Boot and it looks and feels awesome. Best mod i have done so far. The throws are much shorter than before.

 

[FrancoNemo]

i just installed my TWM SS with a Boot and it looks and feels awesome. Best mod i have done so far. The throws are much shorter than before.

got any pics????

 

[mazda32008]

i'll post a few pics tomorrow. I got the leather boot with silver stitching though. I kept the stock knob since i spend a lot of money all at once on the car so i have to take it easy for a bit. I installed my header yesterday as well.

 

[FrancoNemo]

i'll post a few pics tomorrow. I got the leather boot with silver stitching though. I kept the stock knob since i spend a lot of money all at once on the car so i have to take it easy for a bit. I installed my header yesterday as well.

nice man! congrats! which headers did u get??? any pics yet? videos? let me know i want to know how it sounds!

 

[mazda32008]

here is a pic of my interior with the TWM SS....i never knew how clean i kept it till now. Franco your in West Palm Beach too??

 

[FrancoNemo]

here is a pic of my interior with the TWM SS....i never knew how clean i kept it till now. Franco your in West Palm Beach too??

yea i just PM'ed u!!

 

[andre0121]

i had a ark exhaust in my old 3 i can vouch for them too..greeeeeeeeaaaaaat sound nothin compares

 

[FrancoNemo]

i had a ark exhaust in my old 3 i can vouch for them too..greeeeeeeeaaaaaat sound nothin compares

hey pussy boi go finish ur essay! lol
esa cosa es turbosa????????