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BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

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Old 08-12-2009, 11:10 AM
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Default BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

Which is better...in your oppinion
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

Also dual bend or single bend..which sits lower or throws better
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Skunk2 for sure... but I'm bias. HAHA!
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

I'm pretty sure the Skunk2 and Blox shifters are made in the same facility and are essentially the same thing.

I have a Blox dual-bend with weighted 450g Blox ****...very good combination. I would definitely recommend.
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

pretty sure they're all the same. doesnt matter which one you choose. i like the stock b series shifter. just add bushings for the harder feel.
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

i actually have a B&M Shifter. it was ok, i didn't like it that much so i switched back to the oem gsr shifter which is shorter then civic anyway.
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

duel bend or single depends on how big you are and what is comfy 2 u. im 5'10" and the single bend suits me. my buddy is 6'3"ish and the duel bend off the teggy work better for him.

i run the skunk2 **** n shifter. wouldnt change it.
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

skunk2 single bend for me, but with a super heavy greddy ****.
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

skunk2 ftw
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

None. But thats just my opinion. If you HAVE to get a shortshifter,get the Skunk2 piece.
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

Why do you think most Hondas scratch at high rpms? Its because Honda trannys have synchros that are prone wear quickly. A short shifter basically just trades distance for force, i.e. leverage. This puts even more strain on those infamously weak Honda synchros.
Poly bushings will give you a stiff feel, if thats what youre wanting.
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

integra oem shifter ftw
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

i have the skunk2 dual bend, with sk2 know, and poly urethane bushings. very good setup
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

^^ yup. Me too.

Best setup IMO
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Default Re: BLOX, Skunk2, BUddy CLub..Short Shifter which is better

Originally Posted by vlc92189
i have the skunk2 dual bend, with sk2 know, and poly urethane bushings. very good setup
x3
with circuit hero shifter aswell
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