Is there any downside to a short throw shifter?
– The shortened throw does place more load on the relay shaft pivot bushings. You’ll want to replace the bushings with the short throw kit if yours are worn. Depending on the degree of reduction, you may find the stock polyurethane bushings just won’t hold up to the stress and will wear out and become sloppy in short order. The heavy duty replacement bushings were designed to hold up better in this application.