NISMO Titanium Shift Knob installed!!!!

akong51 · 05-17-2011, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

Ya, so tonight I tried to take my shift knob off, had a Husky Strap wrench...vice grips, didn't budge...strap wrench kept slipping off.

Made me so upset I went to the gym to lift some 60lb dumbells to make myself feel better lol.

I might try again....by the way, u guys are twisting counter clockwise or clockwise....can't believe the shift knob kicked my ***...never been defeated by a car part before...

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Originally Posted by CGMMNY

I'm having the same issue. My ego is still shot from the last attempt. Maybe I'll try again tomorrow.

Guys...don't feel bad. In a lot of cases, removal of the stock knob is really a two person job depending on the type of tools you have (or don't have). A buddy and I worked at it for over 45 minutes before we could get it off. It was a b!tch to be honest.

Funny thing is...he drives a WRX and changed his shift knob recently. Took him about 10 seconds and the only tools he needed were his hands.

TheGreatOne · 05-17-2011, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

note to self... do not piss off TheGreatOne.

hey, remember this... lefty loosey, rigty tighty.

so counter clockwise. if the strap wrench slips it's beyond the torque it can handle. if you sandwich a non-slip like i did, SNAP goes the wrench.

I struggled a bit with the 60's a bit but I was fired up lol

Ok, well at least I was turning it the right way. I'm gonna give it the ol' college try again tonight. I might just post a pic of me in tears if I fail again lol.

kenchan · 05-17-2011, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

I struggled a bit with the 60's a bit but I was fired up lol

Ok, well at least I was turning it the right way. I'm gonna give it the ol' college try again tonight. I might just post a pic of me in tears if I fail again lol.

hahahaha.

GL with it, hope you can get it off without damaging the knob.

kdo2milger · 05-17-2011, 06:14 AM

i was issued a refund on mine so im gonna hold off on this for the time being...i do intend to get one, but i want to try the stock knob on the short throw first

EazyD · 05-17-2011, 09:26 AM

Oh no, now I don't know whether I should get the titanium or the CF nismo knobs.......

(best problem ever!)

akong51 · 05-17-2011, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by EazyD

Oh no, now I don't know whether I should get the titanium or the CF nismo knobs.......

(best problem ever!)

The good news Eazy...you can't go wrong with either one!

kenchan · 05-17-2011, 08:37 PM

Picked up my free replacement strap wrench from sears.

will use this one for opening jars or something silly.

FromG2Z · 05-17-2011, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

Picked up my free replacement strap wrench from sears.

will use this one for opening jars or something silly.

Still surprised the strap wrench didn't work for you

you're just too strong. Besides, you can use it for oil filters too! and plumbing, etc....

kenchan · 05-17-2011, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

Still surprised the strap wrench didn't work for you

you're just too strong. Besides, you can use it for oil filters too! and plumbing, etc....

Yah, I can use it around the house.

TheGreatOne · 05-17-2011, 10:35 PM

Success! Black Nismo Knob On!

After almost popping a vein or two

So putting the duct tape on the knob worked (Thanks FromG2Z

) but not how I imagined. Kenchan thanks also!

Wrapped the knob up in duct tape but it didn't really budge. Took the tape off and now the knob was sticky. Used one of my Terry cloths on the knob..strap wrench and OMG....it started to turn.

Camera is kinda crappy and too much flash, it looks much better in person...matches well in the interior. The feel is soooo different, but I think I like it...will drive to work tomorrow.

TWYNBYZ · 05-18-2011, 12:15 AM

Same here. Was able to finally loosen the stock shifter knob and replace it with my Nismo carbon fiber shifter. I must say that it definitely feels better than the stock shift knob.

FromG2Z · 05-18-2011, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

Success! Black Nismo Knob On!

After almost popping a vein or two

So putting the duct tape on the knob worked (Thanks FromG2Z

) but not how I imagined. Kenchan thanks also!

Wrapped the knob up in duct tape but it didn't really budge. Took the tape off and now the knob was sticky. Used one of my Terry cloths on the knob..strap wrench and OMG....it started to turn.

Camera is kinda crappy and too much flash, it looks much better in person...matches well in the interior. The feel is soooo different, but I think I like it...will drive to work tomorrow.

LOOKS great man! I think any of the Nismo knobs look great with the Z interior, and the shape/feel of it is the biggest plus for me.

So for you and others that I have helped out.... I would appreciate some REP POINTS please!!!!!!

p.s. so the stock knob is in perfect condition?

TheGreatOne · 05-18-2011, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

p.s. so the stock knob is in perfect condition?

Rep points added!!

Actually some of the rubber to the front slid over exposing the metal below, but stock knob is pretty much intact minus that little blemish

Ya, it feels really good and responsive. I don't know if it makes sense, but the feel seems to carry down to the transmission more (to me) where with the stock knob, I just feel like I was moving the knob around.

FromG2Z · 05-18-2011, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

Rep points added!!

Actually some of the rubber to the front slid over exposing the metal below, but stock knob is pretty much intact minus that little blemish

Ya, it feels really good and responsive. I don't know if it makes sense, but the feel seems to carry down to the transmission more (to me) where with the stock knob, I just feel like I was moving the knob around.

Thanks buddy!

YES!!! You are SPOT on with your analysis of the new knob. For one, it actually is a little shorter in height, which results in shorter throws. But the biggest advantage I think is in "feel" during gear rowing... it seems to snick-snick better, plus you can really feel like your more in-tune with the transmission... like you're "one".... more sporty, better feeling, better engagement. I think it's both mental and physical, but there are some definite physical changes that are there.... I love it.

akong51 · 05-23-2011, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

Success! Black Nismo Knob On!

After almost popping a vein or two

So putting the duct tape on the knob worked (Thanks FromG2Z

) but not how I imagined. Kenchan thanks also!

Wrapped the knob up in duct tape but it didn't really budge. Took the tape off and now the knob was sticky. Used one of my Terry cloths on the knob..strap wrench and OMG....it started to turn.

Camera is kinda crappy and too much flash, it looks much better in person...matches well in the interior. The feel is soooo different, but I think I like it...will drive to work tomorrow.

Looks awesome GreatOne. When I see the black titanium, it just reminds me of a shadow...so cool looking!

05-17-2011, 06:14 AM	#4 (permalink)
kdo2milger OG Priesthood Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 17,859 Drives: NISMO T Rep Power: 60	i was issued a refund on mine so im gonna hold off on this for the time being...i do intend to get one, but i want to try the stock knob on the short throw first __________________ Project *NISMO*

05-17-2011, 09:26 AM	#5 (permalink)
EazyD A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Massachusetts, USA Posts: 1,211 Drives: 2010 6MT Sport pkg. Rep Power: 26	Oh no, now I don't know whether I should get the titanium or the CF nismo knobs....... (best problem ever!) __________________ Pearl White 2010 370Z Sport, Stillen CBE, tint, K&N drop-in filters, GT-R start button, Kenwood DNX-6980 with backup cam, LED bulbs, Raceseng shift knob.

05-17-2011, 10:35 PM	#10 (permalink)
TheGreatOne A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Montreal, Canada Age: 47 Posts: 1,980 Drives: E60 BMW M5 Rep Power: 22	Success! Black Nismo Knob On! After almost popping a vein or two So putting the duct tape on the knob worked (Thanks FromG2Z ) but not how I imagined. Kenchan thanks also! Wrapped the knob up in duct tape but it didn't really budge. Took the tape off and now the knob was sticky. Used one of my Terry cloths on the knob..strap wrench and OMG....it started to turn. Camera is kinda crappy and too much flash, it looks much better in person...matches well in the interior. The feel is soooo different, but I think I like it...will drive to work tomorrow. __________________ 2017 SUBARU STI 2008 E60 M5 - SOLD 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z - SOLD (and missing her)

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	Picked up my free replacement strap wrench from sears. will use this one for opening jars or something silly.

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