I'm curious about how the BD shifter held up also. I almost bit the bullet on one a couple years ago until I found a lot of reports about them breaking. With BD's customer service being horrible and their warranty being so short, I held off. I think the pattern and throw of an NV5600 is tight enough as is. No intention of a derail and I apologize in advance if it seems so.
Well I had a short throw in my 99 5 speed and loved it 20 or 30k no problems. Had them in both my 01 6 speed trucks always flawless. Sold trucks so I removed and ordered one for my 03 commonrail today.