07-01-2004, 11:13 AM
When I installed mine, I had the same opinion as you, expected it to be shorter, smoother. Well the shortness is definitely good after driving for about two months with it in my car. Go back into a focus with a stock shifter and you will really notice the difference, I mean REALLY. Also, it took about a month for it to loosen up and the shifts are really smooth for me now. I stand behind this upgrade, it takes a bit to get used to it but when you do, you wonder why you didn't do it earlier.