Doesn't the B&M require the shift assembly to be 'broken' in order to replace the shifter? The OEM is a complete replacement unit. So NOTHING in the shift assembly needs to be taken apart. And when you're finished, you can hold on to that original shift assembly in case you decide to go back, or sell it to a 9x6 owner that wants a slight upgrade (and therefore get back some of the additional $$$ that you sent to go with the OEM.

And if you're comparing the parts themselves, I never questioned the quality of the B&M, just that it wasn't a good of a total solution. Remember that Porsche doesn't build these shift units, the simply spec them to a supplier and then do a first-rate job of installation during assembly. Can't remember who the supplier is for the OEM shifters (it isn't B&M???), but it's still VERY high quality.

To each his own, I guess. But from my perspective I've gained a much better shifting experience per stock with a much better total package than what the B&M option gives.

Remember, once the you break apart the assembly to install the B&M, it's that much more difficult to go back. No such concerns with the OEM. Only open up the center console, unhook the cables, and unscrew 4 bolts...then replace. Can always go back EASILY if you so choose.

 

If one wants to go back to stock and reclaiming some of the costs of the kit back in your pocket then I agree, well somewhat....OEM is better if ones end game plan will be to remove I agree, but not sure how many "used kits" move out there. I certainly would never buy a used short shift set up... I am not sure the savings would be there vs buying new as they are not all that expensive...unless the seller was giving it away... but if then why even go through the hassel of removing and trying to sell it etc..

yes, if you prefer a bit of a lesser built product build wise (you have to agree, one is plastic modifies existing set up and the other alloy/metal and replaces with a better built set up) and going back to stock is important I would agree.

Do give you props for doing it yourself.....

Bottom line OEM and BM is better then no kit.... just stand by that going with the BM is a great way to go and certainly not the wrong way to go vs OEM just "another way"....




Surprised the GTS did not come with one stock, they offer so much in that car would think this would be a great added piece.... make it a option to delete of course. Great car you have there....

 

My GTS is equipped with PDK. So no need for the short shift.

On the cost side I paid around $430 for SSK and sold it for $300. Not bad.

 

Awesome, the SSK will be the first upgrade im doing when i get my 997S in a couple of days

 

I paid $430 for my OEM SSK and then sold my Stock 6-spd to a 996 owner for $150. After all said and done, $280 for the replacement.

 

B&M website says they make the OEM SSK for Porsche...

 

May be true...but the B&M SSK is very different than the Porsche OEM. You can find side-by-side pictures and it is evident they are different.

 

We are the primary distributor for B&M for the Porsche short shift kit. B&M still makes its bulletproof top of the line shifter for Porsche vehicles and we stock it every day below list. We ship these units to dealers, tuners and customers every week.

For those who are fearful of a lease turn in, it's not obvious when you do turn it in, and yes, if you do want to return to stock you will need those cheesy plastic bushings and tower back.

Beyond that, they are both excellent solutions to Porsche's relatively sloppy shifter. Either way, you will improve the experience. I've driven both. The B&M is just a bit more precise and a shorter throw than the stock short shift kit. But again, both are good. Machined bushings on the B&M certainly provide peace of mind as well.

 

eric, or anyone that has the ssk, is this piece part of the ssk or is it an extra to be added after? http://www.ebay.com/itm/130429100596...WAX:IT&vxp=mtr

 

My Porsche dealer who sold and installed my B&M dissuaded me from from the OEM saying ..."B&M makes Porsche's SSK.... Save the money..."

So yes, another vote for the B&M as has been mentioned.

I also hear that the OEM is a full replacement "box" and the B&M is simply the "internals".

 

Is there a DIY write up for the short shifter install?

 

Anybody in Chicago - hopefully the city or close burb - that has the B&M installed and would let me cycle thru the gears?

Thinking about this mod but not sure.

 

I bought the b&m..installed for about 4 months and took it out for the 997ssk. B&M felt solid but was too notchy..oem ssk...is soo much nicer to drive, part comes in a full unit with new links.