NISMO Titanium Shift Knob installed!!!!

karotZ · 03-23-2011, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

That rubber ring was supposed to be under the boot? I was reading the instructions, and I don't remember it stating that. But you may be right. Your pic is with a BnM Short Shift kit eh? I wonder if anyone can post a pic of their Nismo knob set up with ring under the boot. I guess it won't take me long to unscrew it and pop it on the bottom.

I didn't even know that the Nismo titanium knob came with two options? Or is it just a matter of one being older than the other? So do I have the "good" version then?

You have the better and more expensive version.

StealthZ · 03-23-2011, 10:42 AM

I loved this in my 350 and have yet to get it for the 370.

TheGreatOne · 03-23-2011, 12:46 PM

Looks great, I got one in black, cant wait to install it.

BalanBro · 03-23-2011, 06:50 PM

How are these on really hot days? I had a machined metal knob on my daily driver before, and for the first 5 minutes on a hot, sunny day, I screamed like a biatch every time I had to shift gears. I used to jump from 1st to 4th gear to minimize the pain.

3SeventyZ · 03-23-2011, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by BalanBro

How are these on really hot days? I had a machined metal knob on my daily driver before, and for the first 5 minutes on a hot, sunny day, I screamed like a biatch every time I had to shift gears. I used to jump from 1st to 4th gear to minimize the pain.

It gets pretty warm.

FromG2Z · 03-24-2011, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

Looks great, I got one in black, cant wait to install it.

Yeah I liked that look too, but I read(heard) that it may be a little "lighter" than the titanium? I may be wrong.

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Originally Posted by karotZ

You have the better and more expensive version.

sweeeet....

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Originally Posted by BalanBro

How are these on really hot days? I had a machined metal knob on my daily driver before, and for the first 5 minutes on a hot, sunny day, I screamed like a biatch every time I had to shift gears. I used to jump from 1st to 4th gear to minimize the pain.

I would imagine it would get pretty warm. I also keep a microfiber towel in the car for dusting the interior at stop lights so I could always throw that on top of the knob after I park

karotZ · 03-24-2011, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by BalanBro

How are these on really hot days? I had a machined metal knob on my daily driver before, and for the first 5 minutes on a hot, sunny day, I screamed like a biatch every time I had to shift gears. I used to jump from 1st to 4th gear to minimize the pain.

It gets mad hot on mine here in Cali since my car is sunbaked 24/7. What I'm about to do is go seek a tailor or something and make a custom black leather cover with red stitching to prevent it from getting super hot. It will pretty much be just an oblong cover with no close-ends.

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

Yeah I liked that look too, but I read(heard) that it may be a little "lighter" than the titanium? I may be wrong.

They are lighter since it is made of aluminum.

FromG2Z · 03-27-2011, 07:29 PM

UPDATE: So I finally got to drive her around all week and weekend. Was trying to get a good feel of the shift knob. I must say, it gives the car a totally different feel. Throws seem shorter and crisper, therefore sportier. I love the joystick grip. The knob also looks so great in the interior.

On a side note, the shift patterns on the top of the knob (the one you adhere) are laser etched/engraved, correct? In other words, I won't have to worry about my thumb wearing out the pattern over time?

3SeventyZ · 03-27-2011, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

UPDATE: So I finally got to drive her around all week and weekend. Was trying to get a good feel of the shift knob. I must say, it gives the car a totally different feel. Throws seem shorter and crisper, therefore sportier. I love the joystick grip. The knob also looks so great in the interior.

On a side note, the shift patterns on the top of the knob (the one you adhere) are laser etched/engraved, correct? In other words, I won't have to worry about my thumb wearing out the pattern over time?

the paint inside the etching wears away slightly after some use

FromG2Z · 03-27-2011, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 3SeventyZ

the paint inside the etching wears away slightly after some use

crap. I shouldn't have removed the plastic cover then

MikeUFLAW · 08-13-2011, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

UPDATE: So I finally got to drive her around all week and weekend. Was trying to get a good feel of the shift knob. I must say, it gives the car a totally different feel. Throws seem shorter and crisper, therefore sportier. I love the joystick grip. The knob also looks so great in the interior.

On a side note, the shift patterns on the top of the knob (the one you adhere) are laser etched/engraved, correct? In other words, I won't have to worry about my thumb wearing out the pattern over time?

I totally agree with you.....shorter throw and better/crisper shifting. I had my dealer install it today...Looks good too!

FromG2Z · 08-13-2011, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeUFLAW

I totally agree with you.....shorter throw and better/crisper shifting. I had my dealer install it today...Looks good too!

Glad it worked out for u Mike. Did the dealer return the stock knob to u unscathed?

It's been about 2000 miles for me already, I love my titanium nismo knob. Absolutely love it over stock.

Mods, why is this thread of mine not a stickie yet? Hehe

MikeUFLAW · 08-13-2011, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

Glad it worked out for u Mike. Did the dealer return the stock knob to u unscathed?

It's been about 2000 miles for me already, I love my titanium nismo knob. Absolutely love it over stock.

Nods, why is this thread of mine not a stickie yet? Hehe

Unfortunately the Dealer used metal pliers to remove the stock knob, but the damage wasn't as bad as I was expecting. I leased my Z. I guess I'll worry about it when I turn the car in. Next up is replacing the HU with the JVC 7" touch screen!

ezowner · 03-27-2011, 11:19 PM

I've ordered mine tonight after reading your thread. thanks, fromg2z.

eddieconfetti · 03-28-2011, 06:08 PM

so the final answer about this titanium shift knob not getting that hot and is bearable to touch during the summer days is true or false.....

thats my only worry about getting aftermarket metal shiftknobs. i dont want to deal with burning my hand.

03-23-2011, 10:42 AM	#2 (permalink)
StealthZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 356 Drives: '14 GTR Premium Rep Power: 18	I loved this in my 350 and have yet to get it for the 370. __________________ Past rides: '07 350Z San Marino blue, '09 370z Brilliant silver, '11 Evo X Phantom Black (felt like a brick but did anything) '13 BRZ Satin white (so much fun) now driving the dream.

03-23-2011, 12:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
TheGreatOne A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Montreal, Canada Age: 48 Posts: 1,980 Drives: E60 BMW M5 Rep Power: 23	Looks great, I got one in black, cant wait to install it. __________________ 2017 SUBARU STI 2008 E60 M5 - SOLD 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z - SOLD (and missing her)

03-23-2011, 06:50 PM	#4 (permalink)
BalanBro Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 318 Drives: 40th Anniv. 370Z Rep Power: 1113	How are these on really hot days? I had a machined metal knob on my daily driver before, and for the first 5 minutes on a hot, sunny day, I screamed like a biatch every time I had to shift gears. I used to jump from 1st to 4th gear to minimize the pain. __________________ 2012 Mercedes C63 AMG P31 Sedan, ROW, aFe, Eurocharged Dyno Tune. 438WHP/415WTQ 2010 SOLD: 40th Anniversary 370z

03-27-2011, 07:29 PM	#8 (permalink)
FromG2Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fields of Opportunities Posts: 1,406 Drives: '12 5.0, kona, 6MT Rep Power: 19	UPDATE: So I finally got to drive her around all week and weekend. Was trying to get a good feel of the shift knob. I must say, it gives the car a totally different feel. Throws seem shorter and crisper, therefore sportier. I love the joystick grip. The knob also looks so great in the interior. On a side note, the shift patterns on the top of the knob (the one you adhere) are laser etched/engraved, correct? In other words, I won't have to worry about my thumb wearing out the pattern over time? __________________ 2012 5.0 GT Prem, Kona Blue, 6MT, HID, Brembo, 3.73 -- Ordered: 9/20/11, Born on: 10/20/11, Delivered 11/15/11"Marilyn" GT500 mufflers/flaps, MGW shifter, FRPP K springs, BMR panhard bar, Boss coil covers, 3DC spoiler, Llumar Tint (35% and 20%), 3M ClearBra

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