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Old Jul 4, 2007 | 07:24 AM
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Dont know if this is the right section but...
Its not really a big problem but its just hard to get my car into reverse doesnt always go right across to the reverse so have to do it a few times, just wondering if a short shifter will help with this aswell as improve my shifting times.
I am new to driving so correct me if im wrong.
 
Old Jul 4, 2007 | 08:30 AM
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It won't help with the reverse issue. Theres something wierd about honda transmissions, every one i've ever driven has done the same thing. I usually just take my foot off the clutch, then put the clutch back to the floor and drop it into reverse.

as for shifting times, it'll make things feel a lot smoother and more direct. As long as you're not slamming gears every time you shift, it's a great investment.

Also, if you order one, order the prothane bushings too. They're only 15 bucks and actually make more difference in feel than the shifter itself
 
Old Jul 5, 2007 | 12:15 PM
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What short shifter you recomend and where can i get it from? I got a 96 hatch if that matters and I live in the UK so you would have to tell me somewhere on the internet.
 
Old Jul 5, 2007 | 12:26 PM
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B&M for the win... i bought one and its possibly one of the best things ive bought for my car. i HIGHLY recommend it. just check bmracing.com and you should be able to buy online or locate a dealer.

Also, if you order one, order the prothane bushings too. They're only 15 bucks and actually make more difference in feel than the shifter itself
forty, whats that?
 
Old Jul 5, 2007 | 01:52 PM
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https://www.hondacivicforum.com/m_307997/tm.htm

https://www.hondacivicforum.com/m_290916/tm.htm

If u read u will figure what bushings are and other things
 
Old Jul 6, 2007 | 01:01 AM
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Thanks for the help, but which one of these you recommend i dont know the diffrence
http://www2.bmracing.com/store/komme...spx?item=45075
http://www2.bmracing.com/store/komme...spx?item=45047

These easy to install?
And where can i get bushing from?

Just found these on ebay they ok?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Energ...25993756QQrdZ1
 
Old Jul 6, 2007 | 03:21 AM
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Those bushings should work just fine. CLICK HERE to see the Prothane ones I was talking about

As for the shifters, it's a matter of preference. I prefer the non-bent kind as it keeps the shifter in the stock position, where as the dual-bends leana bit
 
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