After owning my new to me '06 JCW for almost a month now, I have decided on my first batch of mods (I know, it's addicting). Have decided on a strut tower brace and a short shift kit. Reading here and doing some research, I see that the M7, craven speed, and possibly the Dinan are the best picks.
For the short shifter, thinking it may be narrowed down to Craven Speed and Alta?

I am also thinking of a different SC pully but can't decide what to get. Since my JCW already has 11-12% from what I have read - I would like to go with 15% but can't get a real idea of the HP gains between 12% and 15%. I am kind of hesitant to run a 17% as I don't want to "damage" anything and am concerned about the long term effects. I have over modded in the past (other vehicles) and have paid the price.

Back to the first paragraph, ideally I would like to purchase from one single supplier as shipping to Canada is a PITA and costly. So, could I get some feedback on the products I have mentioned (ie which one is best) and does anyone know if I could get a combination of the brace and the shifter from one supplier? For the brace, I am more concerned with preventing mushrooming vs the handling upgrade.

Thanks for your time!

 

Helix sells everything you're looking for: www.helix13.com

I've gotten things from them in the past, they basically did all of the mods on my car when the previous owner had it.

 

Nice, thanks!

 

I run a 15% on my MCS and the change was definitely noticeable.

I used outmotoring.com for all my mods and they were great.

I've heard good stuff about waymotorworks.com too.

I recommend the cravenspeed stds for the mushrooming.