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gurneyeagle 11-21-2011 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Baer383 (Post 1415914)
No the one I have is for automatics only here is a link

4 Car Option NOKYA SPORT SHIFT KNOB A/T - UltraRev.com - Part# NOK154.02.1

Same manufacturer, different style.

http://www.ultrarev.com/nok151.02.4.html

Do you think it will fit? How did you know the one you ordered would fit?

Thanks!

Baer383 11-21-2011 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle (Post 1417689)
Same manufacturer, different style.

4 Car Option NOKYA SPORT SHIFT KNOB A/T - UltraRev.com - Part# NOK151.02.4

Do you think it will fit? How did you know the one you ordered would fit?

Thanks!

Yep that will work.
They are universal they come with different adapters

3sevenzero 11-22-2011 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Jamaica@UAMotorsports (Post 1417477)

How much ?

gurneyeagle 11-22-2011 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Baer383 (Post 1417759)
Yep that will work.
They are universal they come with different adapters

Thanks Baer383.

Would you have some time to post a DIY on exactly what you did to fit the knob on the stalk? I got a little lost when you started talking about making the height adjustment.

Baer383 11-22-2011 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle (Post 1419321)
Thanks Baer383.

Would you have some time to post a DIY on exactly what you did to fit the knob on the stalk? I got a little lost when you started talking about making the height adjustment.

There is a collar that slides on the chrome shaft and it has 2 set screws that is the piece that sets the height all you are trying to do is when the whole shift knob is together it is just resting on the white plastic rod,if it is pushing down on the rod take it apart and move the collar up if there is to much play between the rod and the shift knob then you would move the collar down.

Does that help you any better?:hello:

gurneyeagle 11-22-2011 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Baer383 (Post 1419333)
There is a collar that slides on the chrome shaft and it has 2 set screws that is the piece that sets the height all you are trying to do is when the whole shift knob is together it is just resting on the white plastic rod,if it is pushing down on the rod take it apart and move the collar up if there is to much play between the rod and the shift knob then you would move the collar down.

Does that help you any better?:hello:

Perfect! Thanks for taking the time to post the explanation; it's a great help. :tup:

11Thumper 11-23-2011 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamaica@UAMotorsports (Post 1417477)

This works for the 7AT? I don't see a button.

Baer383 11-23-2011 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by 11Thumper (Post 1420920)
This works for the 7AT? I don't see a button.

You push down on it like mine above.:tiphat:

11Thumper 11-23-2011 04:44 PM

Where can it be purchased?

Xplicit97 02-22-2012 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Jamaica@UAMotorsports (Post 1417477)

These will work on a 7AT?

XwChriswX 02-22-2012 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Xplicit97 (Post 1557679)
These will work on a 7AT?

They should... The idea is you fasten them to the shifter, and press the ball down to disengage the parking lock. However I'm not sure exactly how it fastens to the shifter, and still is able to slide?

MACSIMIZER 02-24-2012 08:27 PM

Just did the mod today, thanks for the info.

http://www.the370z.com/members/macsi...t-boot-mod.jpg

Baer383 02-24-2012 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MACSIMIZER (Post 1564144)
Just did the mod today, thanks for the info.

http://www.the370z.com/members/macsi...t-boot-mod.jpg

did you have any problem doing my 6sp console cover mod.

MACSIMIZER 02-24-2012 08:50 PM

No it wasn't too bad, just wish I had all my tools and a air compressor at home, took about an hour.

Baer383 02-24-2012 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MACSIMIZER (Post 1564203)
No it wasn't too bad, just wish I had all my tools and a air compressor at home, took about an hour.

Thats cool:tup:

It looks so much better like that and it would look like a real 6SP if you change the knob.

ggiwin 02-29-2012 12:48 AM

Going to try this when i have some free time. Great write up.

somatic 02-29-2012 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ggiwin (Post 1572078)
Going to try this when i have some free time. Great write up.

Thanks !

Bonzo 03-30-2012 11:20 AM

One more thing....
 
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I'd like to add one more thing to Option #1 that did that REALLY helped me with this mod.

At first the damned leather boot kept just sliding up and popping off. It was really annoying. I was thinking great, another DIY that leaves out steps or is much harder than told. But I was like, there has to be a way to do this, because others did it, but there also has to be a way to make this easier / better.

My first thought was some big rubber bands, but that didn't work.

My second thought was hot melt glue or some sort of quick set super glue, but then I thought that might be messy and might be "too" permanent, especially if all didn't go just right.

Then I thought about foamtape (which I have on rolls at work), and that ended up being the PERFECT fix. The tape provided hold to keep it in place, but it also allowed me to lift and tighten, or lift and loosen, then reapply. Basically the tape on the inside fabric holds, but does not permanently bond. It was great to get it fitting just the way I liked.

The other bonus is that if I ever need to undo this mod, the tape allows me to do it, or even redo it if necessary over time. Perfect.

I wrapped the tape fully around the shifter guide, and put an extra flat piece on the back side and the front side. Here's some pics. You can see the tape with the white liner left on prior to assembly.

Hope this helps others.

Cheers --- Bonzo :tup:

Bonzo 03-30-2012 11:23 AM

P.S.
 
Oh yeah, and also took the time to swap out the S-Mode button and put it on my automatic trim. This way, while it really doesn't do anything, it at least "looks" like it does something, which is better than a plain silver bump that does neither.

muzik212 05-29-2012 07:10 PM

I tried my hand at this today and love it so far. It took about an hour, fit is not where I want it yet. Its close but a crazy thunder storm hit before I could get it perfect.

The back part of the bezel wont stay clipped in and leaves a slight cap. Its not really noticeable but its killing me. A few more minutes with the the dremel should get it there. Ill get better pictures later this week.

http://www.the370z.com/members/muzik...-bezel-7at.jpg

Baer383 05-29-2012 07:32 PM

Looks good:tup:

Once your done it looks really cool plus you can blow people away if you change your shift knob for a aftermarket one,they won't believe is a 7at.

XwChriswX 05-29-2012 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Baer383 (Post 1743634)
Looks good:tup:

Once your done it looks really cool plus you can blow people away if you change your shift knob for a aftermarket one,they won't believe is a 7at.

This is becoming a much harder challenge than it sounds... :(

Baer383 05-30-2012 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX (Post 1743958)
This is becoming a much harder challenge than it sounds... :(

Chris it really isn't that hard it is just a matter of what is in my way to make this 6sp boot sit where I want it to sit.:tiphat::hello:

XwChriswX 05-30-2012 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Baer383 (Post 1744109)
Chris it really isn't that hard it is just a matter of what is in my way to make this 6sp boot sit where I want it to sit.:tiphat::hello:

Oh no, I have the boot already installed. Looks great, I was talking about finding an MT knob to fit the AT.

Baer383 05-30-2012 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX (Post 1744111)
Oh no, I have the boot already installed. Looks great, I was talking about finding an MT knob to fit the AT.

You can't get a MT knob to fit a AT try these on for size.

MOMO Automatic Aluminum Shift Knob Universal

MOMO Automatic Black Leather Shift Knob Universal

UNIVERSAL AUTOMATIC PUSH BUTTON GEAR SHIFT KNOB BLUE on eBay!

UNIVERSAL BILLET RED AT AUTOMATIC SHIFT GEAR KNOB on eBay!

UNIVERSAL BILLET AUTOMATIC AT SHIFT KNOB CHEVY CAMARO | eBay

Wholesale - NOKYA SPORT SHIFT KNOB A/T AUTO TRANSMISSION CHROME, $15.22-15.49/Piece, 1 piece/Lot | DHgate.com

This is mine
http://www.the370z.com/members/baer3...shift-knob.jpg
http://www.the370z.com/members/baer3...shift-knob.jpg

XwChriswX 05-30-2012 05:53 AM

I want to use one of the PW:JDM Balanced shift knobs because they look awesome. Just worried about it sitting up so high due to the height of the shifter...

Baer383 05-30-2012 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX (Post 1744118)
I want to use one of the PW:JDM Balanced shift knobs because they look awesome. Just worried about it sitting up so high due to the height of the shifter...

You can't use a MT to AT

XwChriswX 05-30-2012 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Baer383 (Post 1744135)
You can't use a MT to AT

This is the problem. Converting an MT knob to AT is a bitch.

AT knobs are ugly and huge.

Must make your own lol

Baer383 05-31-2012 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX (Post 1745650)
This is the problem. Converting an MT knob to AT is a bitch.

AT knobs are ugly and huge.

Must make your own lol

If you can do it I would like to know how.:tiphat:

Bonzo 05-31-2012 02:25 PM

You guys are crazy about your knobs. :icon14:

I actually really like the OEM tight black leather on my girl. :p

And I LOVE squeezing her button. :leghump:

:nutswinger:

muzik212 05-31-2012 08:22 PM

Final fitting done, added a new shift knob this evening. The carbon fiber was done by Tony at Carbon Fiber Element, great guy, awesome work. Thanks for this mod Baer383, I hated the look of the oem shifter.

http://www.the370z.com/members/muzik...lement-com.jpg

Baer383 05-31-2012 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by muzik212 (Post 1747541)
Thanks for this mod Baer383, I hated the look of the oem shifter.

I'm glad you like it :tup:

if like it and it works good for you reps are appreciated.

Thanks:tiphat:

XwChriswX 05-31-2012 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Baer383 (Post 1746144)
If you can do it I would like to know how.:tiphat:

When I have some time and a 'knob in hand' I'll see what I can do with this. I will make it work... Somehow. :tup:

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Originally Posted by muzik212 (Post 1747541)
Final fitting done, added a new shift knob this evening. The carbon fiber was done by Tony at Carbon Fiber Element, great guy, awesome work. Thanks for this mod Baer383, I hated the look of the oem shifter.

http://www.the370z.com/members/muzik...lement-com.jpg

Is there a way to get a few side shots of this. I'm curious to how high up the knob sits, would it be comfortable to shift through when sitting or is it too high...

muzik212 06-01-2012 06:33 AM

Ill get some side shots later this evening, its a tad high but not awkward at all. I could always shorten the stalk but I dont think I will.

MDZOwner 06-09-2012 09:19 PM

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So after hating the look and finally getting the nerve to try I finished this up today :happydance:

Many thanks to Baer, XwChriswX, and Muzik212 - repped you all! You each helped in one way or another to put the pieces together on this one for me so appreciate it very much!

**Kaien thanks.. I used the attachments

KaienZ34 06-09-2012 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by MDZOwner (Post 1763558)
So after hating the look and finally getting the nerve to try I finished this up today :happydance:

Many thanks to Baer, XwChriswX, and Muzik212 - repped you all! You each helped in one way or another to put the pieces together on this one for me so appreciate it very much!

http://www.the370z.com/members/mdzow...6-photo-1.html

http://www.the370z.com/members/mdzow...8-photo-3.html

If pics don't post.. little help appreciated, I made a folder here for them too :confused:

Upload them to photobucket or something like it. Or just load them with the attachment tab.

Baer383 06-09-2012 09:30 PM

Looks good I seen the pics in your profile,I couldn't get the pics to show up one of the other guys will chime in and fix them.

Thanks for the rep.:tup:

muzik212 06-10-2012 07:19 AM

Looks great bro, nice job on the conversion. Glad I could play a part in helping out! Keep up the modding! :tup:

XwChriswX 06-10-2012 10:05 AM

Looks good. :tup:

Is the knob fixed to the shifter, or is it free floating and you just have to remember not to pull it Up? :icon08:

Baer383 06-10-2012 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX (Post 1764110)
Looks good. :tup:

Is the knob fixed to the shifter, or is it free floating and you just have to remember not to pull it Up? :icon08:

Chris when are you going to be done with your conversion of MT knob to AT.

Frank


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