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Impression: Air + Water short shift kit

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AWE short shift impressions	kiMike <kimike@burgoyne>	Tue, 30 Dec 1997 00:09:53 -0700
[gti-vr6] re: short shifter	"Greg Coe" <GCoe4733@uriacc.uri>	Mon, 13 Apr 1998 19:19:30 -0400

[gti-vr6] awe short shift	SpeedQst@aol	Sat, 20 Feb 1999 05:11:56 EST

From gti-vr6-owner@dev.tivoli Tue Dec 30 01:09 CST 1997
From:	kiMike <kimike@burgoyne>
To:	gti <gti-vr6@dev.tivoli>
Subject:	AWE short shift impressions
Date:	Tue, 30 Dec 1997 00:09:53 -0700
	I finally got my car back with the Air & Water Enterprises short shift kit installed. I must say WOW! This thing greatly enhances the fun factor of this car. It shortened it at least 50%. It feels even shorter than my 92 GTI now. Shifting isn't as sloppy now and it's actually fun to shift for a change. It took a little getting used to because it's quite tight-feeling, which is a rewarding crisp, precise feel after you get used to it. I can even shift all the gears fast now without grinding the gears...yes, even 2nd gear! I highly recommend this kit to everyone. For his price, you really won't be disappointed. The car was fun to drive before, but now it's really fun. It just gives the car a more sportier feel. If you haven't heard about this kit before, e-mail Todd at mailto:AWE16VR6@aol<img src=/i/dc.gif border=0 width=35 height=15> -Mike 95 GTI VR6 92 GTI 16V

From gti-vr6-owner@dev.tivoli Fri Dec 19 07:54 CST 1997
From:	"Greg Coe" <GCoe4733@uriacc.uri>
To:	<gti-vr6@dev.tivoli>
Subject:	[gti-vr6] re: short shifter
Date:	Mon, 13 Apr 1998 19:19:30 -0400
Organization:	AOL (http://www.aol.com/)
	Hello all, We're having a holiday special on our short shift kits for 02A equipped VWs. $150 (reg $175) plus a $100 refundable core deposit. Shipping within the Continental US included. Our kits are remanufactured oem units, replacing all plastic wear pieces. They reduce shift throws by 50% on all non Corrados, and 40% on Corrados. 6month/unlimited mileage warranty, and full install instructions. Happy Holidays! Regards, Todd Air & Water VW Tuning Philadelphia 1-888-565-2257

From gti-vr6-owner@dev.tivoli Mon Apr 13 18:36 CDT 1998

I had Todd install the AWE short shifter about a month ago, and I have
nothing but good things to say. It is a bit stiff for about 150 miles, then
loosens up and has an awesome feel.  I have a friend with Neuspeed's
shifter, and I can tell you that Todd's is even tighter, with a shorter
throw!  Considering the price, you can't possibly turn it down!  Todd's
labor rates are very reasonable, so I had him install it, and the price
installed was still far less than the Neuspeed shifter!  I highly recommend
this product, and Todd is a great guy to deal with.

Greg

From gti-vr6-owner@cobra.ccsi Sat Feb 20 04:16 CST 1999
From:	SpeedQst@aol
To:	gti-vr6@cobra.ccsi
Subject:	[gti-vr6] awe short shift
Date:	Sat, 20 Feb 1999 05:11:56 EST
	just installed my kit from todd and i love it! no problems installing it at all except for the rusted bolts on the cat. but after that everything was straight forward....took me 2 hours to do. shifts nice and smooth....but not like stock. i figure after breaking in some more it'll even be better. gotta get used to the short throws now....sometimes i feel like i'm not in gear yet but it is. if you're thinking about this mod.....don't wait and just do it. sent the core back right away so if you're waiting for your kit....todd can get it to you asap. thanks again todd! nate