B&M Ripper vs. Kirban Kwik Shifter

DEPete · 01-09-2002, 08:55 PM

I don't race, just want more precise shifting for my daily driver. I've narrowed it to the B&M Pro Ripper and the Kirban Kwik Shifter. Anyone have any experience with either? Ant input would be appreciated.

Stefan · 01-10-2002, 11:55 PM

Hey DEPete,
I don't extensive experience with a lot of different shifters but I can offer this. Most aftermarket shifters are going to be more reliable and enjoyable than the stock shifter. I have the B&M Ripper and I love it. It's not noisy and it is very precise with no play whatsoever. If you ask ten different people you'll probably get ten different preferences but that's my 2 cents. I got a great deal on mine at www.carparts.com a couple years ago and have never looked back. I hope this helps some.

Have a good one,
Brett

91LX2Bfast · 01-14-2002, 03:27 PM

I had the Kirban on my Mustang and really liked it. Although, I must admit, it was still possible to botch the 2-3 shift when driving at the limit and not shifting perfect. But it was a very high quality piece, and Dennis Kirban lives a couple miles from me, so I like supporting the local guy.
My buddy just picked up the Steeda shifter, and he said with the spring loaded 2-3, it feels nearly impossible to miss the shift.

Rob23 · 01-17-2002, 12:56 AM

I had a B+M Ripper in my 88 GT and it was the most satisfying modification I've ever done. 2 to 3 takes a simple thoughtless push forward. It's got a nice anodized blue base and it seems indestructable. I'd go with the ripper

96GTfanatic · 01-17-2002, 12:20 PM

Have you looked at the Pro 5.0? It's a little pricey (not sure how much the others are though) but I love it.

01-09-2002, 08:55 PM	#1
DEPete Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Wilmington, DE Posts: 13	B&M Ripper vs. Kirban Kwik Shifter I don't race, just want more precise shifting for my daily driver. I've narrowed it to the B&M Pro Ripper and the Kirban Kwik Shifter. Anyone have any experience with either? Ant input would be appreciated. __________________ '98 Cobra Convertible - Triple Black Bassani X-Pipe with cats Magnaflow Cat-back Ford 3.73 Gears B&M Pro-Ripper Densecharger

01-10-2002, 11:55 PM	#2
Stefan Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1998 Location: Manhattan, KS 66502 Posts: 599	Hey DEPete, I don't extensive experience with a lot of different shifters but I can offer this. Most aftermarket shifters are going to be more reliable and enjoyable than the stock shifter. I have the B&M Ripper and I love it. It's not noisy and it is very precise with no play whatsoever. If you ask ten different people you'll probably get ten different preferences but that's my 2 cents. I got a great deal on mine at www.carparts.com a couple years ago and have never looked back. I hope this helps some. Have a good one, Brett __________________ 66 Tahoe Turquoise Coupe Laser Red 96GT Ragtop 30 Years & 30 inches apart in the driveway!

01-14-2002, 03:27 PM	#3
91LX2Bfast Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Warrington, PA Posts: 694	I had the Kirban on my Mustang and really liked it. Although, I must admit, it was still possible to botch the 2-3 shift when driving at the limit and not shifting perfect. But it was a very high quality piece, and Dennis Kirban lives a couple miles from me, so I like supporting the local guy. My buddy just picked up the Steeda shifter, and he said with the spring loaded 2-3, it feels nearly impossible to miss the shift. __________________ '97 T-bird LX 4.6L 2V, auto SVO heads/intake, Vortech T-trim, front mounted intercooler, blower cams, Cobra crank, Manley H-beam rods, JE pistons, Aeromotive fuel system w/ 42# injectors, and much more No times yet

01-17-2002, 12:56 AM	#4
Rob23 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Minnesota Posts: 21	Ripper Rules..... I had a B+M Ripper in my 88 GT and it was the most satisfying modification I've ever done. 2 to 3 takes a simple thoughtless push forward. It's got a nice anodized blue base and it seems indestructable. I'd go with the ripper __________________ My 5.0

01-17-2002, 12:20 PM	#5
96GTfanatic Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 93	Have you looked at the Pro 5.0? It's a little pricey (not sure how much the others are though) but I love it. __________________ 96 green GT, 5-speed, 2 chamber Flowmasters, BBK offroad h-pipe, Pro 5.0 Shifter, shiny 96 cobra rims Next Mod: 2003 Cobra (not any time soon)

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