You can use the shifter although it would be BETTER if you had a name brand one it will do the job.

 

yes, a short shifter will be beneficial, but if its some eBay piece of crap, DO NOT be surprised if it snaps. Its happened before, and the shifter is either going to be hit or miss. I have had an eBay short shifter with my car for what has to be close to 2 years now and it's doing just fine, i couldn't be happier with it. But i consider myself very lucky and if i could do it again i'd get a name brand one just for reassurance (B&M, Skunk2, etc.)

 

ya i just got this one to hold me over until i can afford a better one. my income will be 98% focused on engine bay and performance.