991 Short Shift kit
08-10-2016, 11:41 AM
#121
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@9914s I had the module on my garage floor, stood on the ends and yanked on the **** several times. It came off after a few really hard pulls. People have said they've broken the ring around the bottom so just make sure it's turned to the unlocked position fully.
08-10-2016, 11:50 AM
#122
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Thanks it worked!
08-10-2016, 02:39 PM
#123
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Late response...
08-10-2016, 04:13 PM
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08-10-2016, 06:01 PM
#125
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Done with the installation. It is really straight foward. I used these two DIY from 6spd
How to remove the center console trim
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...ml#post4041690
And how to remove the radio
PCM removal part 1
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...-part-1-a.html
PCM removal part 2
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...ml#post4185737
And these steps
1 Pull side panels of the center console on both sides, to unclip it at the back and then pull back the front
2. Carefully pull silver decorative frame from the center console
3. Shifter cover removal: unclip front upwards and then unhook the rear
4. Unclip electronic switch module upward
5. Press ashtray forward and then remove it
6. Removing Radio / PCM unit by loosening the four Torx screws
7. Disconnect plug connections from the radio / PCM
8. Remove air conditioning control panel with pressure from below
9. Remove the plastic support frame of the center console now, this must be removed on each side three highly visible Torx screws
10. Mark the neutral position of the gear cables with a paint pen
11. Loosen bayonet lock of the two shifter cables by turning and unhook shift cables
12. Remove shifter unit: unscrew the four Torx screws, previously cut two cable ties
13. Loosen the gearshift **** from the shift stick, which is a bit tricky: at the down end, turn the gear **** counterclockwise, and then remove with a little violence upwards
14. Insert the new gear lever with red protective bracket and snap in the shift cables to the previously marked position
15. Lock the bayonet locks of the gearshift cables
16. Installation done!
17. Reinstall parts and panels in and do not forget the electrical connectors
18. Important: Place the gearshift lever with pressure and then lock in a clockwise direction
How to remove the center console trim
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...ml#post4041690
And how to remove the radio
PCM removal part 1
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...-part-1-a.html
PCM removal part 2
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...ml#post4185737
And these steps
1 Pull side panels of the center console on both sides, to unclip it at the back and then pull back the front
2. Carefully pull silver decorative frame from the center console
3. Shifter cover removal: unclip front upwards and then unhook the rear
4. Unclip electronic switch module upward
5. Press ashtray forward and then remove it
6. Removing Radio / PCM unit by loosening the four Torx screws
7. Disconnect plug connections from the radio / PCM
8. Remove air conditioning control panel with pressure from below
9. Remove the plastic support frame of the center console now, this must be removed on each side three highly visible Torx screws
10. Mark the neutral position of the gear cables with a paint pen
11. Loosen bayonet lock of the two shifter cables by turning and unhook shift cables
12. Remove shifter unit: unscrew the four Torx screws, previously cut two cable ties
13. Loosen the gearshift **** from the shift stick, which is a bit tricky: at the down end, turn the gear **** counterclockwise, and then remove with a little violence upwards
14. Insert the new gear lever with red protective bracket and snap in the shift cables to the previously marked position
15. Lock the bayonet locks of the gearshift cables
16. Installation done!
17. Reinstall parts and panels in and do not forget the electrical connectors
18. Important: Place the gearshift lever with pressure and then lock in a clockwise direction
Last edited by 9914s; 08-10-2016 at 09:38 PM.
09-01-2016, 03:33 AM
#126
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09-06-2016, 04:46 PM
#127
I don't actually have the SSK; I was trying to coordinate the same thing with another RLer.
09-06-2016, 07:23 PM
#128
Anyone know how or know of a good installer in DC-MD area? I have the kit - just waiting installation 
09-07-2016, 09:53 AM
#129
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Sharm - I live in the DC area and have taken the console apart. Would you like to tackle this together? I offer because I am considering the same mod and I would really like to see if the difference is really there and if it's what I want.
10-15-2016, 01:10 AM
#130
Installed finally
happy to report that the ssk was installed.
my impressions after 2 days of driving is that while it is a def an improvement and worthwhile, i wish it was notchier. b&m ssk i installed on my 996 some years ago felt better to me personally. i liked the added effort that was required on the b&m and how it had to be snapped into gear.
either way, this mod is highly recommended!
my impressions after 2 days of driving is that while it is a def an improvement and worthwhile, i wish it was notchier. b&m ssk i installed on my 996 some years ago felt better to me personally. i liked the added effort that was required on the b&m and how it had to be snapped into gear.
either way, this mod is highly recommended!
10-15-2016, 01:51 AM
#131
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Done with the installation. It is really straight foward. I used these two DIY from 6spd
How to remove the center console trim
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...ml#post4041690
And how to remove the radio
PCM removal part 1
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...-part-1-a.html
PCM removal part 2
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...ml#post4185737
And these steps
1 Pull side panels of the center console on both sides, to unclip it at the back and then pull back the front
2. Carefully pull silver decorative frame from the center console
3. Shifter cover removal: unclip front upwards and then unhook the rear
4. Unclip electronic switch module upward
5. Press ashtray forward and then remove it
6. Removing Radio / PCM unit by loosening the four Torx screws
7. Disconnect plug connections from the radio / PCM
8. Remove air conditioning control panel with pressure from below
9. Remove the plastic support frame of the center console now, this must be removed on each side three highly visible Torx screws
10. Mark the neutral position of the gear cables with a paint pen
11. Loosen bayonet lock of the two shifter cables by turning and unhook shift cables
12. Remove shifter unit: unscrew the four Torx screws, previously cut two cable ties
13. Loosen the gearshift **** from the shift stick, which is a bit tricky: at the down end, turn the gear **** counterclockwise, and then remove with a little violence upwards
14. Insert the new gear lever with red protective bracket and snap in the shift cables to the previously marked position
15. Lock the bayonet locks of the gearshift cables
16. Installation done!
17. Reinstall parts and panels in and do not forget the electrical connectors
18. Important: Place the gearshift lever with pressure and then lock in a clockwise direction
How to remove the center console trim
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...ml#post4041690
And how to remove the radio
PCM removal part 1
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...-part-1-a.html
PCM removal part 2
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...ml#post4185737
And these steps
1 Pull side panels of the center console on both sides, to unclip it at the back and then pull back the front
2. Carefully pull silver decorative frame from the center console
3. Shifter cover removal: unclip front upwards and then unhook the rear
4. Unclip electronic switch module upward
5. Press ashtray forward and then remove it
6. Removing Radio / PCM unit by loosening the four Torx screws
7. Disconnect plug connections from the radio / PCM
8. Remove air conditioning control panel with pressure from below
9. Remove the plastic support frame of the center console now, this must be removed on each side three highly visible Torx screws
10. Mark the neutral position of the gear cables with a paint pen
11. Loosen bayonet lock of the two shifter cables by turning and unhook shift cables
12. Remove shifter unit: unscrew the four Torx screws, previously cut two cable ties
13. Loosen the gearshift **** from the shift stick, which is a bit tricky: at the down end, turn the gear **** counterclockwise, and then remove with a little violence upwards
14. Insert the new gear lever with red protective bracket and snap in the shift cables to the previously marked position
15. Lock the bayonet locks of the gearshift cables
16. Installation done!
17. Reinstall parts and panels in and do not forget the electrical connectors
18. Important: Place the gearshift lever with pressure and then lock in a clockwise direction
Thanks for that!
11-16-2016, 03:50 PM
#132
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Well, finally got around to doing the install. By way of background I'm pretty handy but had never taken apart my 911 before. For the most part the planet-9 tutorial is pretty good, albeit lacking in details. Took me just about 2 hours end to end. Surprisingly, most of the trim pieces snap on and off so it's quite easy. A couple tips that could be updated from the planet 9 article, specifically removing the shift boot. When you have the old shifter out, you will see that the boot attaches to the shaft by way of 4 plastic tabs that have a notch that sit in a groove on the shaft. There is a plastic ring that goes around these tabs. If you rotate the ring 90 degs by lifting up the separate tabs that go around the ring (x 2), this will rotate the ring out of the way so the tabs can release a little. Next, if you wedge a plastic trim tool piece to sequentially to "open" up the 4 longitudinal tabs the **** and boot will slide up easily. This is in contrast to many online DIYs which state you have to pull so hard as to potentially hit yourself in the face.
When you say boot, above, I'm assuming you're discussing the entire **** / boot assembly? I haven't taken anything apart yet to see how the **** attaches to the shifter, but I'm trying to visualize. It looks like this will be the hardest part of the install. Famous last words.
Any other tips from those that have done this regarding removal of the shift ****?
Thanks!
11-17-2016, 07:21 PM
#133
Getting this finally installed on Monday at the dealer, while they take a look at the rattling on the driver side door with music playing. They quoted 3 hours labor. Will report back..
11-17-2016, 08:11 PM
#134
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Originally Posted by Sharm
Getting this finally installed on Monday at the dealer, while they take a look at the rattling on the driver side door with music playing. They quoted 3 hours labor. Will report back..
