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Old 11-20-2007, 02:00 PM   #1 (permalink)
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TWM SS vs. Comptech SS vs. All other SS

This is for informational purposes only and not to say which is better etc. This is not intended for any arguing on which is better in any aspect.

Note: These Short Shifter Adapters fit on all Civic Models 2006-2008.

CompTech Stainless Steel Short Shifter || Pricing: eBay: $65 (Pricing may vary due to scarcity of item)
  • Adjusts fore & aft movement
  • Reduces shift throws by 22%
  • Manufactured from CNC machined from 17-4 Stainless Steel for a precision fit
  • Heat Treated to H900 for strength
  • Improved shifter comfort & feel
  • Adds to bottom of stock shifter
  • With purchase, you will receive CompTech's warranty of 3 years on any defects in the materials or workmanship (Only received from an authorized dealer). In the event of a warranty need, all you need to do is call them (phone number and warranty details included) and have the included receipt.
  • Drops Shift knob height a hair (Word of mouth)


TWM Performancee Steel Short Shifter || Pricing: TWM Website: $69
  • Adjusts fore & aft movement
  • Reduces shift throws by 22%
  • CNC machined from High Strength Steel
  • Adds to bottom of stock shifter
  • Great Customer service and always willing to help in any situation
  • Retains stock knob height(Word of mouth)


CorSport Aluminum Performance Stainless Steel Short Shift Adapter || Pricing: CorSport Website: $69
  • Helps shorten throw of Shifter
  • Stainless Steel
  • Adds to bottom of stock shifter
  • Instructions not included, either call by phone or view their thread on install here on 8thcivic
  • Retains stock knob height(Word of mouth)


Neuspeed Billet Stainless Steel Short Shift Cable Adapter || Pricing: Neuspeed Website: $79.95
  • Shortens throw approximately 25%
  • CNC machined billet stainless steel
  • Adds to bottom of stock shifter
  • Instructions provided on website, not sure if given with product as well
  • Retains stock knob height(Word of mouth)


B&M Stainless Steel Short Shift Lever || Pricing: Evasive Motorsports Website: $199
  • Engineered for Precision Shifts
  • Shift throw reduced for quicker shifts
  • 303 Stainless steel stick
  • Spherical bearing
  • Accepts stock knob
  • Direct bolt on installation



Both CompTech and TWM Short Shifters work great and many have been more than pleased with their performance and craftsmanship/quality. Which you choose would basically be price. If you can still find a CompTech short shifter, go for it. It's 100% proven AND is no longer being made. I have one As for CorSport and Neuspeed, I haven't heard much about their products. For CorSport, maybe a small handful of people have their SS, but it seems to be similar to CompTech and TWM as of now. Their information on their website does not say how much it shortens throw, but CompTech and TWM websites do. For Neuspeed, I have heard of one person with theirs. Although it says it shortens throw approximately 25%, I'll assume it shortens throw 22% as CompTech and TWM, since they are all made basically the same, until someone proves that wrong.
B&M is a popular brand, however I have yet to hear of anyone with this Short Shift lever with any 2006+ Honda Civic. If you have it, let us know! It's $199, so it's a hard thing to just go on a limb and buy it to test it. So again, let us know if you have a B&M SS.

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Summary
  • If you want a full lever change, go B&M.
  • If you are looking for best price for JUST the SS, go CompTech.
  • If you intend to purchase cable and base bushings now or in the future, go TWM since they will have the best package price.
  • If you want an SS and cable bushings, go CorSport. Their package is the best price.
  • If you like Neuspeed, go Neuspeed.
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