If you don't use the extension the knob height doesn't change. The
lever point changes.....

But, like you I didn't add the extension. I did add the short shifter
kit on 2 of my Vanagons Syncros and like it a lot.

On Sep 15, 2005, at 11:30 AM, Bob Stevens wrote:

> "I am considering getting the Short Shift for the Vanagon that is
> currently on sale at Volkscafe"
>
> Phil,
> I did this and like it a lot. I did not install the extension that
> raises
> the knob about 5-6" because that just negates the throw-distance. I
> have
> long arms and the slightly lower height of that is no problem for me.
> The
> knob gets elevated a couple inches with the installation of the kit
> anyway.
>
> Result is shorter shift throw, crisper shifting. Easy to install too,
> a fun
> project.
>
> Bob
> '87 Westy Syncro