Short Shifter

Currently listening to: Dispatch - Carry You

One of the other upgrades that I've been considering for a while for the S4 was a Short Shifter. A short shifter modifies the linkage ratios in the transmission (stick end, you don't even touch the actual transmission) to decrease the amount that your hand moves during shifts. This allows the user to shift from gear to gear more quickly and easily.

After reading through the S4 Forums and researching several brands, I decided on the B&M Short Shifter from AWE Tuning. For the price, performance, and over-all recommendation from other S4 drivers, this one seemed was the winner.

I installed it about a month ago now and have been driving with it ever since. I'm very happy with the change. Before I had a total throw of about 6 inches (if you measure from two extremes such as 1st to 2nd), and now I have about 3.5 inches. While driving, your hand barely moves, it's similar to playing a racing arcade game. Shifting is effortless and quick compared to before.

If you've been considering installing one, I highly recommend it.