I'm still unsure of which one to get, PaceSetter or B&M? What do most people perfer and why?

-Ben

 

B&M here... It's not adjustable height wise but it sits just as low as the Pacesetter.. Some ppl like the Pacesetter since it's cheaper and serves the same purpose. If not installed right the Pacesetter can be really notchy. B&M is pretty much the same as the Stillen one.

 

I went with the "value" approach & got a Pacesetter. My only complaint is that to install it, I had to grind down the plastic pivot ball. It was too big by ~1mm dia. to fit in the "holder" thing. I know someone who's had a Pacesetter for 3 years & has not had a single problem (whether notchiness or worn synchro).

 

trust me..buy the B&M. Best quality on the market..you won't be disapointed

 

How did you grind the ball down? I do not have a dremel so its hard for me to do. Can I just use sand paper?

 

I used a dremel tool. If you have a sander, that **might** work. It might be a little tricky holding firmly onto the ball. if doing by hand, try a coarse grit sandpaper. I know, it's a PITA with the Pacesetter.

I don't think the B&M has this problem. I guess what is you get is related to what you pay.

 

Wonder if anyone in NYC can let me get a hold of a dremel?

 

If you do get your hands on one, the grinding will be a lot easier and controlled.
I shaped mine by grinding the ball down "northern hemisphere" first, then the other; going from from the "pole" to the equator so to speak. Grind a thin layer off at a time & test for fit in the holder so you don't shave off too much.

 

I went with the bay 20$ shifter ad i love it. I wasn't about to spend like 100$ on a shifter and i dont like pasesetter so i tryied this one and its great, the hole thing i had to do is bang down the top heat shield.

 

Hmm, that grinding issue is starting to make me lean towards the B&M. Thanks guys.

-Ben

 

Get the B&M it's high quality and is a full replacement rather than a partial replacement with the Pacesetter.

 

Ok, I'll drive the stock one for awhile and then order the B&M from summitracing.com later. Thanks.

-Ben

 

ever order the shifter?

 

B&M. If you dont believe me come over and drive my car.

 

pacesetter requires modification and its a lil bit cheaper.....B&M no modification, costs a bit more.....take your pick

 

After two weeks, my B&M is amazing, so smooth, so short. Ahhh...