How To: Short Shifter 71C

MSA type Short Shifter kit installed in 1987 Z31 NA. (Identical to S13 kit)

Additional information:
Refer to FSM for trim removal.
Basic tools.
Lubricant Required. (White lithium grease used)

Hardware Received:
As shown (NO directions)



Current Hardware:
OEM shifter, MOMO boot, Technic knob (set screws)



Procedure:

Remove Center console


Remove base plate


Remove rubber gasket


Remove rubber boot


Remove upper c-clip


Remove shifter and molded plastic washer


Compare for fun


Remove lower c-clip



Remove plastic retainer


Insert lubed metal collar



Re-insert plastic retainer


Insert lower shifter


Re-install molded plastic washer



Install metal c-clips into grooves nuts down(adjust as required)


Install top plate tighten firmly


Reinstall rubber boot, rubber gasket, base plate and upper shifter.


Notice I shortened my shifter. My knobs use set screws.


Test shifting. Do to the change in the fulcrum the shifts should require slightly more force than stock but engage sooner.

Re-install trim.



Admire.



Comparison:
OEM

MSA


Thanks to TearingRaven for the hint.

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