B&M ripper install - went ok, but small quiet rattle/noise?? Normal?
05-12-2004, 07:46 PM
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B&M ripper install - went ok, but small quiet rattle/noise?? Normal?
I am a newb at installing things, but the B&M ripper I put in went well......sealed it right, made sure the round gasket was there for the shifter to drop into, got everything back together, drove it, seems nice.....but sometimes I will hear a very small rattle...........Everything is tight, and I don't get it. Is it normal to have a slight rattle or noise from it? I doubt it, but nothing seems like it's falling apart, it's very quiet. Maybe it has to wear in, or it's just not a quiet operting shifter? I hope nothing is wrong........Anyone have any experices with the ripper? I used stock washer placement, and no gear stoppers. B&M said they are not needed really, and they are phasing them out in their shifters.
05-12-2004, 09:26 PM
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Most aftermarket shifters have a slight "rattle" to them. My Pro 5.0 has done it for the 6 months I've had it.
05-12-2004, 09:29 PM
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On my B&M shifter, I had to use my herculean strength to tighten the shifter handle or it would rattle. Once good twist with two hands and no more problem. Course, I don't think the thing is removable from the stick now, but it's not a big deal. 
05-12-2004, 11:14 PM
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It seems ok now, maybe it wore in or something...thanks. I love this shifter, it destroys the stock one anyday....
05-13-2004, 07:48 AM
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No rattles from mine. Stock position and no stops.
05-13-2004, 08:36 AM
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