996 4s SSK kit....confused
05-21-2019, 09:16 PM
#16
To dip my toes in the short shifter pool, I purchased one of the $80 B&M knock-off kits from Amazon. My Logic was that if I liked it, I'd purchase the Numeric and keep the other one around to swap in should I ever decide to sell the car.
Well... I honestly can't tell the difference between my cheap one and the 997 SSK.
I don't know a lot about short shifters but from my experience, the cheap ones can be set up to work smoothly if you pay close attention to the fitment of the cable ends and take the time to shim the side-to-side play.
I'm sure the Numeric is next-level but I don't think I could do much better than the one I have installed without going $600+.
Well... I honestly can't tell the difference between my cheap one and the 997 SSK.
I don't know a lot about short shifters but from my experience, the cheap ones can be set up to work smoothly if you pay close attention to the fitment of the cable ends and take the time to shim the side-to-side play.
I'm sure the Numeric is next-level but I don't think I could do much better than the one I have installed without going $600+.
05-23-2019, 01:48 PM
#17
I did the exact same thing, and am very happy with the result. I just needed to add a lock washer to keep the bolt from getting loose and causing the stick to wobble.
05-24-2019, 12:11 AM
#18
Do you recommend any how-to guides for shimming the shifter?
05-24-2019, 11:10 AM
#19
I don't have a guide but I can direct you to the site I used for shims...
https://www.mcmaster.com/shim-washers
https://www.mcmaster.com/shim-washers
05-24-2019, 03:23 PM
#20
Intermediate
I purchased the Schnell SS kit. Very well made and easy to install. The kit comes with new linkage. Price is good as well $149.00 delivered. Honestly I was surprised by the quality / craftsmanship at that price. Shortened the throws 30-35%. Feels very mechanical and accurate like I think a true sports car should. I have 996C4.
05-24-2019, 04:16 PM
#21
I have just ordered the Porsche Tequipment SSK for my birthday 
05-25-2019, 08:41 AM
#22
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Here is the list in order of price (roughly):
- 996 fairly average at best
- Ben's 996 refurbish kit - haven't used it - has metal bearing
- 996 B&M (OEM 996 SSK) - haven't used it -personally but have been told its notchy compared to the 997 SSK - not available from the dealership anymore only the second hand market
- 997 OEM (slightly shorter than OEM 996)
- 997 SSK
- 997 GT3 (Metal bearings)
- 997/997 + FunctionFirst refurb kit (metal bearings)
- Numeric racing - all aluminium ball bearing + 3 length adjustment (extra short, short, normal) - amazing shifter
Pick whichever works for you and fits your budget
- 996 fairly average at best
- Ben's 996 refurbish kit - haven't used it - has metal bearing
- 996 B&M (OEM 996 SSK) - haven't used it -personally but have been told its notchy compared to the 997 SSK - not available from the dealership anymore only the second hand market
- 997 OEM (slightly shorter than OEM 996)
- 997 SSK
- 997 GT3 (Metal bearings)
- 997/997 + FunctionFirst refurb kit (metal bearings)
- Numeric racing - all aluminium ball bearing + 3 length adjustment (extra short, short, normal) - amazing shifter
Pick whichever works for you and fits your budget