I have compiled a current list of manufactured Short Shifters produced for the Scion tC. I am currently in the market to buy one. Please feel free to post your thoughts and opinions. What SS do you own and how has your experience been so far?

B&M short shifter - around $114
An exceptional sport shifter engineered for the Scion enthusiasts. This Sport Shifter has all of the features a performance minded driver requires. The finest materials, CAD designed, a 1/2 inch drop in the **** height, coupled with a reduction in the throw of 30-33%, which results in one extraordinary precision shifting system. This stylized precision shifter includes many of the key features found in race shifters including a stainless steel stick assembly, a CNC machined aluminum base and a machined aluminum pivot ball. All of this combined with a simple straightforward installation provides a professional level shifter. Key features: Engineered for Precision Shifts, Shift throw reduced for quicker shifts, 303 Stainless steel stick
CNC machined aluminum base, Machined aluminum pivot ball, Direct bolt on installation.

B&M Scionlife Product Review https://www.scionlife.com/parts/?part=10356
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Creative Compacts short shifter - around $100
This racing short shifter is made by 100% 6061 T-6 billet aluminum
It provides quicker shifting response by reducing throw up 30% over stock
Shifter offers a much faster, precise and controlled gear shifting motion. As a result, faster acceleration and lower quarter mile times.

Creative Compacts Scionlife Product Review https://www.scionlife.com/parts/?part=10514
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PERRIN Performance short shifter - around $179.99
The PERRIN Performance short shifter gives the driver full control over shift length, **** height and positioning. The revolutionary design allows quick and easy, infinite adjustment of shifter throw from 0 to 200% shorter then stock. PERRIN performance has become the leading choice for tuners because of its ability to adjust **** height and position. Tuners can bring the **** towards or away from the driver for a custom grip placing the shifter in the optimum position for performance driving. All steel construction makes this shifter virtually unbreakable. May be used with the stock shift **** or upgrade to the PERRIN Performance shift ****. For this fitment our design team has produced a unique sliding adjustable pivot ball allowing the user to custom tailor shift throw, **** height and horizontal positioning. Once installed the shifter rod can freely move within the pivot ball allowing the user to tune the short shifter characteristics from the driver seat. Move the shift **** up or down. Forward or backward. Toward the driver or away. All of this and a shorter throw.

Perrin Scionlife Product Review https://www.scionlife.com/parts/?part=10203
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TRD Short Shifter - around $240
TRD shifter shortens the shift throw by 20% changing the shift pivot point , not by just cutting the shift arm down 2 or 3 inches (which drops your shift **** down 2 or 3 inches into the console) . This shifter will keep your shift **** at the stock height but will shorten the throw by 20% it will also give a more positive solid shift, unit comes with a new cage with modified shift pivot and metal bushings instead if the stock rubber as well as new shift arm & large TRD shift **** . All hardware included .

Directions: http://www.trdsparks.com/install/006...01-140inst.pdf
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TWM short shifter - around $125
Available in 2 stages, the Stage 2 Series of short shifters reduces throw by 35%, and reduces shift **** height by 2.5" making them the most aggressive Scion tC accessories on the market.
The Stage 1 Short Shifter reduces throw by 25% and height by 0.5".

Directions: http://www.twmperformance.com/manual...C%20Manual.pdf
TWM Scionlife Product Review https://www.scionlife.com/parts/?part=10259

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the twm stage 2 is awsome i had it since about march and it is very nice it is shorter throw then the stock c6 vett i got to drive and it just feels realy good it also helps chirping when you shift in to 3rd gear most ppl say its to short but its just fine i actualy think its just as comfertable as the stock one and my arm reaches the arm rest fine the only thing is you can only realy put drinks in the cup holder closest to the arm rest

 

creative compact's short shifter, best bang for the buck...nuff said...

 

I'm interested in the Perrin

 

I got the TWM and I couldn't be happier! Best mod ever

get it...you won't be disappointed

 

make this a sticky

 

Does anyone know what metal the TWM shifter is made of?

I'm wondering what advantages/disadvantages of having a heaver steel shifter compaired to a lighter aluminum shifter, since weighted shift ***** are supposed to help the shift throw engage better.

 

lol ever heard of a period? hehe longest sentence on scionlife!

anyway, TWM 35% throw rules all others. period. Best shifter out there.

 

what is the price difference in the twn stage 1 and stage 2?

 

what is the price difference in the twm stage 1 and stage 2?

 

i have the creative compact shifter, i think i paid $80 for the pre-order. it was the best price then and works great.

 

you and lonly raven should be friends lol he complains about all my post and the lack of punctuation .




the stage one retains the factory hieght and only shortens the throw by 25% i think atleast it might be less then that

 

why is that? is the **** is so low it (or your hand) makes contact with anything in the front cup holder?

are there any drawbacks to any other these shifters?

 

the bottome of my forarm touchs my arizona ice tea i dont know if you can put coke cans or bottle watter but big arizona ice teas only fit in the back cup holder

other then that its great

 

Just wondering, i just bought my twm stage 2 short shifter from a person used, and i was wondering what all is needed to complete this installation as in what came in the box?
And what parts would i need to buy?
And is the "special tool" necessary, cause i dont think he will have everything in the box?

thanks

 

Given our history on this board, I'll preface this by saying I'm not making this a personal attack

How did you come to that conclusion? Did you try multiple short throw shifters out, or did you just try the TWM and decide that you liked it so much, that it must be the best? I'm trying to be objective about this. Was there any comparisons on your part?

I got my CC shifter, and after installing it, I test drove a few other cars that had the B&M, and the TWM. I can definitely tell you that the CC is a shorter throw than the TWM. the CC is a little more stiff as well (makes sense since the CC has a different pivot point).

For me, my preference is for a very short throw, short height, and very crisp tight shifting. I feel that I have the best shifter out there for my preferences, having tested the competition, but I also know that not everyone shares my preference.

 

Perrin information added. However, this site wont let me add it to the Poll.
I did find an informative post from a member who has it installed.
https://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=76325

 

What sort of drop in **** height does the Creative Compacts have?

 

I got my Creative Compacts SS last night and installed it. I absolutley love it. By the way, it comes with spacers to raise the assebly up and I used them. It also came with a kick butt shift ****.

 

I am interested in the B&M shifter but it only lists the 2004-5 tC models. I have a 2009, is there any difference between the years for shifters?