Hi, just had Dave's shift installed today and can't fault it! Top to bottom (3-4) is about 4.5 inches, slightly more effort as the pivot point has been raised. Install time about an hour, mostly trim removal and refit and a tiny bit of cutting. The result is a lot less slop (I also installed these a few months ago http://www.verdictmotorsports.com/VW_Audi_Shift_Bracket_Bushings_p/0100.htm which made a little difference, but this is another level!) I can no longer wiggle the stick when it's in gear, it's tightened the whole gearbox feel. 11 out of 10! Dave's fabrication is faultless, welds a