I have a B&M and it requires a little force to change gears, but I like it a lot, even though I have nothing to compare it to. I dont hear any noticable noise from the T-5. My clutch pedal is really hard too like you described, probobly because it is still the stock setup.
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1992 GT 5.0L Convertible
BBK Shorties, Flowmasters, Super Chip, Mass Air, Under Drive Pullies, Hurst Shifter, Duck Tape
AIM: SmokeyDP
[This message has been edited by SmokeyDP (edited 05-09-2001).]