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๐Ÿš— B&M 80842 Pro Ratchet Auto Shifter for 3 & 4 Speed Transmissions Review

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Revainrating 2.5 out of 5ย ย 
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2.5
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Finish TypeBrushed
Handle TypeKnob
Metal TypeAluminum
Handle MaterialAluminum
BrandB&M

Description of ๐Ÿš— B&M 80842 Pro Ratchet Auto Shifter for 3 & 4 Speed Transmissions

Automatic shifter with racing inspired style and performance. Ratchet style shifting mechanism eliminates overshifting, and it's cable operated for quick installation and accurate shifting. Features backup light switch, neutral safety switch, and NHRA/IHRA reverse lockout. Includes B&M Pro Ratchet shifter knob and 5' long Super Duty race shifter cable. Automatic shifters (except cables) are backed by the manufacturer with a limited lifetime warranty.

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Type of review

Revainrating 5 out of 5

B&M Pro Ratchet Shifter

I have a 1/4 Mileer that I built. Integrated TH350 transmission with a 10" 3500 lock-up converter. I needed a nice, clean, crisp shifter without breaking the bank. (Not easy to do). This block works on "T". Not only am I not worried about the switch. in reverse. but it also includes a neutral safety switch. The cable that connects the derailleur to the gearbox is more than long enough and of excellent quality. I like it!

Pros
  • Best in the Niche
Cons
  • Zero

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Don't like it for Shifters & Parts

This shifter is full ratchet. Each gear you shift into requires one click, with the exception of reverse, which requires two clicks. It's annoying and unnecessary. I called tech support, they said this is normal. Reverse lock is a joke. If you shift your car into neutral from reverse, you can still turn it back on and the lock won't stop it. When you're ready to park out of place, your car won't shift fully into neutral because it will snap into reverse (idle), then the shifter will be knockedโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Great for outdoor activities
Cons
  • Could have chosen a newer model

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Five stars for switches and parts

Installed yesterday in a specialist workshop on my 2000 transmission. There are videos and photos online showing how this switch was installed with the factory center console. . not possible without many modifications. It took a highly skilled workshop over 10 hours to get 90% installed and working, the other 10% is a custom mount I would have to make to get my ABS 2 sensor closer to the back of the car because the switch blocks mounting area. The neutral safety switch and reverse switch areโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Permanent test results
Cons
  • old

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Shit if you're spending $300 on a Switch and stuff.

This thing only has two gears that I can use. If you're using a 4 speed gearbox, take out both pins that hold a metal plate in the center that moves and allows you to shift. Well, there isn't enough structural integrity in between, and there's nothing stopping it from moving and hitting the ground, preventing the lever from grabbing the next gear on the cog. I called B&M and they told me to use Amazon for a refund but they can't get Amazon to refund. It has a standard 1 year warranty and Iโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Nice to use
Cons
  • Good but not great