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Old May 7, 2007 | 03:16 AM
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Aftermarket shiftknobs are something I'm interested in but don't seem to be talked about a whole lot here.

Well, let's see what you got. Post your shiftknob pics here!
Old May 7, 2007 | 05:58 AM
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Old May 7, 2007 | 12:47 PM
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Ignore, didn't realize it was for the xB
Old May 7, 2007 | 02:13 PM
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www.koolknobs.com
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Exellent customer sevice and ***** that look like no other out there. A great company if you want to think 'outside' the box.
Old May 7, 2007 | 02:52 PM
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while we're on this topic... is the correct thread size 12mm x 1.25??

Im liking the tall taper ***** on koolknobs.com.
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Originally Posted by Scarab23
Ignore, didn't realize it was for the xB
I put this in the xB section because that's what I have but I just want to see what others have done so feel free to post!

And I think you guy misunderstood me...I want to know what you guys are all doing. How many guys are using TRD or OBX shifters, etc? How many are using custom? Who's made their own? etc...

Show me the money (or shiftknobs)!
Old May 7, 2007 | 03:17 PM
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Does anyone know what the maximum safe weight of a shift **** can be?

I'm looking to make a really cool, retro, hot rod/rat rod shift **** out of a hollowed out pineapple grenade, but I don't know if the weight of the grenade will damage my linkage/syncros.

I haven't weighed the grenade yet, but I'd venture to say it's easily in the 3-5 pound range.

Anyone have any ideas?
Old May 7, 2007 | 04:01 PM
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Ive always wanted a grenade shift ****!!

I have heard about the whole weight on the shifter affecting the synchros thing... But I've also heard it's BS. It could be the same as you resting your hand/arm on the shifter while driving.
Old May 7, 2007 | 07:58 PM
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I dont know if there is a limit and there is no damage to the trans but you may wear out bushings in the shifter base.it is cable operated.





Much more than this you will have a problem with 2 gear without eating the ****.

Scott
Old May 7, 2007 | 08:03 PM
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Strangely enough, I just took a pick of my interior:



This was originally an aftermarket **** for the 1st Gen. VW GTI. I always liked the way it felt - good grip, and never singes your hand on a hot day. Besides, as most of you know, I'm all about Old Skool! :D
Old May 8, 2007 | 03:25 AM
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kzhorse, how much does that set up weigh? Roughly.
Old May 8, 2007 | 03:42 AM
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Originally Posted by kzhorse
I dont know if there is a limit and there is no damage to the trans but you may wear out bushings in the shifter base.it is cable operated.





Much more than this you will have a problem with 2 gear without eating the ****.

Scott
That thing is PIMP!
Old May 8, 2007 | 07:18 PM
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Maybe a pound,The tube is hollow so I could run a LED for the door ****.

Scott
Old May 8, 2007 | 07:50 PM
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I love that long shifter! Not a fan of the shiftknob tho.
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Originally Posted by nerdsports
I love that long shifter! Not a fan of the shiftknob tho.
I went this route to match the crystal *****,I also did a key and dip stick to tie it together.

If you want one let me know,But you have to cut the rod below the boot to make it work.

Scott
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any cool ones out there for autos?
Old May 8, 2007 | 11:56 PM
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I have been waiting for one to show up ...I think it has to do with the over drive switch being there is why we don't get one??
Old May 9, 2007 | 12:02 AM
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ive ogot the greddy counterweight shift **** and really like it.
Old May 9, 2007 | 02:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Alchemist80
ive ogot the greddy counterweight shift **** and really like it.
Let's see it!
Old May 9, 2007 | 04:25 AM
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CravenSpeed shift **** -- I really like it.




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