Gearshift Control Parts

Fits:
Porsche 964 Carrera 4 1989-94
Porsche 993 6-Speed Manual Transmission 1995-98
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96442401102
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- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97

Fits:
Porsche 964 Carrera 4 1989-94
Porsche 993 6-Speed Manual Transmission 1995-98
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Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
96442401102
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- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
Restore smooth, precise shifting in your Porsche with this guide tube for the 964 and 993 manual gearbox models. This guide tube is a direct replacement for the factory original, providing correct alignment and support for the shift rod assembly between the gear lever and gearbox. Built to exacting standards, it helps eliminate play, noise and ambiguous gear changes—bringing back the crisp manual-shifting feel your Porsche was designed for.
Fits:
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
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What This Product Does:
- The guide tube keeps the shift rod / linkage properly aligned, housed, and supported as it transmits motion from the driver’s shift lever to the gearbox internals.
- It prevents the shift rod from bending, mis-aligning or vibrating excessively, which can degrade shift feel or cause mis-engagements.
- A well-fitting guide tube ensures smooth, precise gear changes with minimal slack or bind, contributing to the crisp manual-gearbox feel that many Porsche enthusiasts seek.
Symptoms & Signs Of Wear / Failure:
- Gear shifts feel sloppy or misaligned — the lever has excessive travel or ambiguous engagement.
- Shift linkage noise, rattles or vibration coming from the tunnel / gearbox area due to looseness in the tube or linkage.
- Harder or imprecise gear changes, especially under load or rapid shifts, because the linkage path isn’t firm.
- Visual signs: the tube may be bent, the mountings worn, bushings or bearings inside the tube may be degraded.
Why Replacement Matters:
- Replacing with a new unit ensures the shift linkage remains tight, delivering the precise feel and reliability associated with Porsche manual gearboxes.
- Especially in older vehicles or those modified for performance, the original tube may have suffered from play or wear; replacing it prevents-related issues like sloppy shifts, mis-alignment and accelerated linkage wear.
- The shift-feel of a Porsche manual transmission is part of the driving experience—ensuring the path of shift motion is clean, direct and stable helps retain that.
- Prevents additional wear on the shift rod, guide bearings, bracket or gearbox selector mechanism—if the tube is loose or misaligned, other parts may wear prematurely.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
96442401102
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
Fits:
Porsche 964 Carrera 2 - 1989 to 1994
Porsche 993 Carrera 2 - 1995 to 1998
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96442401132
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- Porsche 964 (911) C2 1989-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97

Fits:
Porsche 964 1989-94 Tiptronic
Porsche 993 1995-98 Tiptronic
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99970415941
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- Porsche 964 (911) C2 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.8L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.3L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
Porsche Gearshift Control Parts | Precision Engineering for Smooth & Accurate Gear Selection
Gearshift control parts form the vital link between your Porsche’s gear lever and transmission. They ensure smooth, precise, and responsive gear selection — translating driver input into clean, accurate engagement of gears. Whether manual or automatic, the integrity of your gearshift system directly impacts driving feel, safety, and transmission performance.
At Design911, we supply high-quality gearshift control parts designed to match or exceed original performance standards. Crafted from durable materials and engineered for precision fitment, our range includes linkages, bushings, cables, mounts, and selector mechanisms to restore crisp shifting and eliminate play or vibration.
Whether you’re replacing worn components or upgrading for enhanced performance, our Porsche gearshift control parts deliver improved shift feel, reliability, and driver confidence.
What Do Gearshift Control Parts Do?
Gearshift control components ensure that movement from the gear lever is accurately transferred to the gearbox or selector mechanism, enabling proper gear engagement.
Core Functions:
- Transfer motion from the gear lever to the transmission.
- Maintain smooth and accurate gear selection.
- Absorb vibration and prevent excess movement in linkages.
- Provide tactile, responsive feedback during shifting.
- Ensure consistent alignment for both manual and automatic systems.
Without properly functioning gearshift components, gear
changes may feel loose, inaccurate, or noisy — leading to wear and potential
gearbox damage.
Why Do Gearshift Control Parts
Fail or Wear Out?
Over time, gearshift components experience constant mechanical stress, heat, and vibration, leading to wear or misalignment.
Common Causes of Failure Include:
- Worn bushings or linkage joints causing play in the shifter.
- Cable stretching or detachment in cable-operated systems.
- Cracked mounts or fatigued metal joints.
- Corrosion or contamination from dirt and moisture.
Misalignment from hard shifting or vibration.
When these parts degrade, drivers may experience sloppy or stiff gear changes, difficulty engaging gears, or excessive movement in the gear lever.
Why Replace or Upgrade
Your Porsche Gearshift Control Parts?
Replacing worn or damaged gearshift control components
restores crisp shifting, precise engagement, and driving confidence. Upgrading
to performance-grade linkages or bushings provides improved tactile feedback
and reduced shifter movement.
Key Benefits:
- Restores accurate and responsive gear changes.
- Eliminates excess play, looseness, or stiffness in the shifter.
- Reduces vibration and improves driving comfort.
- Enhances overall gear selection accuracy and feel.
- Compatible with Porsche 911, Cayman, Boxster and classic models.
- Ideal for rebuilds, restorations, and performance upgrades.
It’s recommended to replace gearshift control components during clutch or gearbox servicing to maintain transmission integrity and performance consistency.
Highlights
- Premium Porsche gearshift control parts for manual & automatic transmissions.
- Precision-engineered for smooth and accurate shifting.
- Includes linkages, bushings, mounts, and selector components.
- Direct-fit replacements for Porsche road and performance models.
- Improves shift quality, precision, and long-term reliability.
- Essential for transmission maintenance, restoration, or upgrades.