KDN Performance H-Pattern Shifter — VW MK1/2 Platform

Motorsport Precision. Street Reliability. Complete Control.

The KDN Performance VW MK1/2 Shifter is the only shifter on the market that supports bolt-on accessories such as our 1st-Gear Lockout and Shift-Cut Knob. Engineered for precision and confidence, this unit positions the driver perfectly for fast, accurate gear changes, especially during high-speed transitions through tight corners.

Designed for vehicles running a 02J with a MK4 shift tower or a 02M & 02Q transmissions, this system delivers ultra-short, crisp, race-inspired shift movement while maintaining OEM cable compatibility.

Key Features

• Only shifter available with bolt-on modular accessories (1st-gear lockout, Shift-Cut knob)

• Optimized driver ergonomics for high-speed, high-precision shifting
  

• Approx. 40% throw reduction for tight, precise H-pattern shifts

• Motorsport-grade construction with solid mechanical feedback

• Independent Left/Right and Reverse stop screws for fine gate adjustment

• Reverse lockout via pull-up sliding collar on the shift lever

Installation

• Designed for vehicles without a center console

• Shifter mounts on top of the center tunnel

• Requires relocating factory shifter cables inside the cabin

• Firewall or tunnel drilling required for cable pass-through
  (Hole size to be confirmed in final instructions)

• Includes all required stainless fasteners

• Comes with detailed installation instructions

Options

• Optional powder-coated finish

• Fully compatible with all KDN bolt-on accessory modules (sold separately)

Why Choose KDN

• Superior machining quality

• Guaranteed product performance

• Fast delivery: 1–2 weeks when in stock