Shift Knob Threaded Insert Install DIY

370ZzZz · 02-08-2012, 01:36 PM

Step #10

Pictured to the left is the insert in it’s final resting position once it has been backed off counter clockwise to ensure proper engraving alignment. Continue to hold the insert in this position.

Step #11

While still holding the insert in place, thread the jam nut up the shaft (counter clockwise) until it touches the bottom of the aluminum insert.

Step #12

Still holding the insert in position with the 15mm wrench, use a 9/16” open ended wrench to tighten the jam nut up against the bottom of the insert. Do not tighten the insert down as this will change the logo orientation. Simply hold it in position while tightening the jam nut from below. The jam nut is tightened against the insert by rotating counter clockwise.

Step #13

Re-install the shift knob and tighten down by hand. If the insert was adjusted correctly the engraving will line up properly. If the logo does not quite line up properly, remove the shift knob and repeat steps 8 to 12 to adjust the insert and jam nut to line it up. Only minor adjustments should be required at this point.

PLEASE NOTE: if you re-adjust the knob, loosen the jam nut FIRST by holding the aluminum insert with a 15mm wrench and rotating the jam nut CLOCKWISE. Do not loosen the insert first, simply hold it with the wrench and loosen the jam nut to maintain approximately the correct orientation of the insert.

DONE!

I hope this will make their DIY easier to access for all of you on the forum and that you enjoy your newly installed shift knob!!

Chuck

BoobyBoost17 · 02-08-2012, 02:04 PM

wait what does this do?

somatic · 02-08-2012, 02:14 PM

???? If those is for autos, please post the other steps lol

somatic · 02-08-2012, 02:18 PM

Found the rest of it Shift Knob Threaded Insert Install DIY - Mazdaspeed Forums
Still don't know why he posted it

Chico370Z · 02-08-2012, 05:31 PM

that's an STI....

MattP725 · 02-08-2012, 06:55 PM

Worked great for me... my dog's never been happier...

02-08-2012, 01:36 PM	#1 (permalink)
370ZzZz Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: California Posts: 31 Drives: 2010 370 6 speed Rep Power: 14	Shift Knob Threaded Insert Install DIY Step #10 Pictured to the left is the insert in it’s final resting position once it has been backed off counter clockwise to ensure proper engraving alignment. Continue to hold the insert in this position. Step #11 While still holding the insert in place, thread the jam nut up the shaft (counter clockwise) until it touches the bottom of the aluminum insert. Step #12 Still holding the insert in position with the 15mm wrench, use a 9/16” open ended wrench to tighten the jam nut up against the bottom of the insert. Do not tighten the insert down as this will change the logo orientation. Simply hold it in position while tightening the jam nut from below. The jam nut is tightened against the insert by rotating counter clockwise. Step #13 Re-install the shift knob and tighten down by hand. If the insert was adjusted correctly the engraving will line up properly. If the logo does not quite line up properly, remove the shift knob and repeat steps 8 to 12 to adjust the insert and jam nut to line it up. Only minor adjustments should be required at this point. PLEASE NOTE: if you re-adjust the knob, loosen the jam nut FIRST by holding the aluminum insert with a 15mm wrench and rotating the jam nut CLOCKWISE. Do not loosen the insert first, simply hold it with the wrench and loosen the jam nut to maintain approximately the correct orientation of the insert. DONE! I hope this will make their DIY easier to access for all of you on the forum and that you enjoy your newly installed shift knob!! Chuck

02-08-2012, 02:14 PM	#3 (permalink)
somatic A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Grapevine, TX Posts: 1,767 Drives: 2013 GS350 Rep Power: 16	???? If those is for autos, please post the other steps lol __________________ Passport 9500i HW\|Short Tail Exhaust\|Evo-r CF Fangs & Fog\|Blacked Out Roof\|Status Elite Intake 19/22\|AUTO Shift Boot DIY\|GTR Button\|Rear Limo Tint\|S2carbonworks hood dampeners\|Falken Rt-7m 20"s w/Jade Project Mu Tuner Lugs\|P:JDM Oil Cap\|Tow Hook\|SOLD

02-08-2012, 02:18 PM	#4 (permalink)
somatic A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Grapevine, TX Posts: 1,767 Drives: 2013 GS350 Rep Power: 16	Found the rest of it Shift Knob Threaded Insert Install DIY - Mazdaspeed Forums Still don't know why he posted it __________________ Passport 9500i HW\|Short Tail Exhaust\|Evo-r CF Fangs & Fog\|Blacked Out Roof\|Status Elite Intake 19/22\|AUTO Shift Boot DIY\|GTR Button\|Rear Limo Tint\|S2carbonworks hood dampeners\|Falken Rt-7m 20"s w/Jade Project Mu Tuner Lugs\|P:JDM Oil Cap\|Tow Hook\|SOLD

02-08-2012, 05:31 PM	#5 (permalink)
Chico370Z Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: East Bay, CA Posts: 233 Drives: 09 370Z Touring Rep Power: 15	that's an STI.... __________________ 04 Nissan Sentra SpecV: Brembos, Nismo Intake/Exhaust/Short Shifter, Eibach Sportlines, ES MMI - SOLD / / / 09 Nissan 370Z Touring: Invidia Gemini Exhaust, ERZ HFC, GTM 25 Row Cooler, Z1 Tubes, and K&N Drop Ins

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02-08-2012, 02:04 PM	#2 (permalink)
BoobyBoost17 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: CT Posts: 29 Drives: SRT4 Rep Power: 13	wait what does this do?

02-08-2012, 06:55 PM	#6 (permalink)
MattP725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 1,904 Drives: 2010 40th Rep Power: 16	Worked great for me... my dog's never been happier...