Short shift.. Z3 vs Z3M

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aus325
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Post Thu Jun 23, 2005 2:37 am

I am considering a short shift conversion as a small weekend project. I am aware that the M shifter is shorter again than a standard Z3 type. I suppose I am after some 'real world driving' opinions. My car is not driven on a track, however, it is used for some weekend 'spirited' driving. Is the 'M' shifter overkill? or will the Z3 be enough of a significant improvement?
Thanks for any opinions...
Paul.
JungleGus
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Post Thu Jun 23, 2005 5:10 am

i love my Z3 M shifter...its short, and not too much hassle. easy to install too, just requires removal of the harmonic balancer....keeps the knob relatively high (compared to Z4) which i like
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Post Thu Jun 23, 2005 9:55 am

Taxidriver has fitted a 2.8 one which is excellent to use. Very short in knob height and shift travel.