hey guys, the stock shifter on my FC is pretty short as is... i have big hands, how much shorter is the short throw? because i would only want it maybe 2 or 3 inches shorter max

 

The top end of the Miata short throw lever is the same height as the stock lever.
Only the pivot ball sits higher.

 

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The distance between the pivot ball and small bottom **** that goes into tranny selector rod is greater than a stock unit. Less leverage = shorter throw. I love mine. Works great and half the price of a Rx7 unit!

 

When installed, the shifter is actually taller than the stock S5 shifter, just a sorter throw. I cut mine down, so now it's at stock hight.

I have big hands too, but I have no problem shifting.

 

I did the same thing and strongly recomend it!

 

ok awesome guys... and the miata short throw bolts right in?

 

yep