Originally Posted by KramChaos (Post 2688458)

WC Lathe Werks have added this type of knob to there website just so you guys now. It is prices right too! Just ordered mine :tup:

WC Lathe Werks | Truly Unique Shift Knobs, Proudly Hand-Crafted in The USA!

Originally Posted by SterlingDrive (Post 2694947)

Phantom, you inspired me, just bought the same knob with your options (knurled, shift pattern) but in the original stainless steel. Wanted the color, and am thinking I will like the additional weight.

I will post a picture when it is installed in a week or so.

Sterling

Originally Posted by phantom370z (Post 2634301)

I just got in my custom Shift Knob from WC Lathe Werks and installed it. It's pretty great in my opinion...much better than the cheap looking stock knob. Props to Chris for the craftsmanship, top notch as always. I would reccomend him to ANYONE that is looking for a shift knob. As you can see this is a 1 piece that comes with the collar and everything so that it installs perfectly and looks great. :happydance:

This is the link to the page for the 370z if you want to order one for yourself and there's tons of options: http://lathewerks.com/shop/index.php?cPath=30_50


This is a all Black Copolymer Knob with knurled edges, 6MT engraving with red paint, and a weighted brass insert:

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b1...psafaf6ef6.jpg

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b1...psedaa006d.jpg

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b1...psb009df13.jpg

Since I'm sure someone will probably ask...I used a Husky strap wrench from Home Depot and regular vice grips to remove the stock knob and it was no problem at all, as I suspected.

Originally Posted by phantom370z (Post 2694979)

Hah, happy to help :tup:

Definitely post up the pics so everyone can see how it looks. I'm glad to see so many people catching on to the awesomeness of these knobs :D Chris does great work and I'm sure you'll like it.

Originally Posted by SterlingDrive (Post 2694947)

Phantom, you inspired me, just bought the same knob with your options (knurled, shift pattern) but in the original stainless steel. Wanted the color, and am thinking I will like the additional weight.



I will post a picture when it is installed in a week or so.



Sterling

Originally Posted by BeemaaZ (Post 2703762)

Can someone please post a picture grabbing this knob? 1.5 inch in diameter seems a little bit too small (what she said lol)


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Originally Posted by branz1029 (Post 2703761)

Looks good, ordered my Lathe Works knob within the first week of purchasing my Z......


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Originally Posted by BeemaaZ (Post 2703762)

Can someone please post a picture grabbing this knob? 1.5 inch in diameter seems a little bit too small (what she said lol)


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Originally Posted by phantom370z (Post 2703775)

I'll grab a picture for you today. Any certain type of grip style you're looking for? :rofl2:

Originally Posted by BeemaaZ (Post 2704617)

I wish TWM Big Type R comes with Knurled Edges like the R8's shift knob. That will work for me.


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Originally Posted by phantom370z (Post 2704797)

what type of picture were you looking for?

Originally Posted by BeemaaZ (Post 2704953)

I'd like to see how big or small the knob is when you grab it with your right hand.

You need to take a pic with your left hand or have someone take it for you.

Originally Posted by shika805 (Post 2708699)

dang i think i might just jump on this. i really want more weight tho?

I always wanted a TK knob but this looks a like the next best thing

Originally Posted by shika805 (Post 2708699)

dang i think i might just jump on this. i really want more weight tho?

I always wanted a TK knob but this looks a like the next best thing

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 2709385)

weight does make a difference.

also a knob can make or break an enjoyable ride.

Originally Posted by phantom370z (Post 2709618)

For some transmissions I'd agree, but on the 370z's manual I see little/no benefit to it.

- ViperDNA

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 2709636)

im speaking from experience on the Z as well.

the stock knob is good though. i agree with that.

Originally Posted by phantom370z (Post 2709691)

To each their own I suppose.

Originally Posted by shika805 (Post 2710036)

Thanks for the input, I have never driven another Z with a weighted shift knob, so I couldn't agree or disagree what feels better for our cars. I have driven an FC rx7 that came stock with a weighted knob. I switched out for an lighter aftermarket knob and it just did not feel right.

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 2709636)

im speaking from experience on the Z as well.



the stock knob is good though. i agree with that.

Originally Posted by KramChaos (Post 2709492)

If you want more weight, get the stainless steel version. Weight is listed as 526 grams. $75 vs TK price...

Originally Posted by BeemaaZ (Post 2710543)

Weighted knob is better in my opinion. I switched back from weighted (password jdm) knob to stock.

I love the stock knob, but sometimes it rattles at high rpm.

Originally Posted by chops (Post 2710912)

ill add mine to the thread:

stainless steel sphere, blue bronze finish, laser 6MT etching, 2 grooves on the bottom of knob (gives an awesome feel IMO), and matching metal bronze collar. total weight is around 520 ounces

crappy phone pic though

http://i.imgur.com/S2rs7nj.jpg

and to add to the discussion, weight totally matters on the Z. our clutch is kinda knotchy and when i used my previous knob...that was 1/3 the weight, shifts would sometimes miss and not fall into place completely, and a variety of little things if you werent careful.

Originally Posted by chops (Post 2710912)

ill add mine to the thread:

stainless steel sphere, blue bronze finish, laser 6MT etching, 2 grooves on the bottom of knob (gives an awesome feel IMO), and matching metal bronze collar. total weight is around 520 ounces

crappy phone pic though

http://i.imgur.com/S2rs7nj.jpg

and to add to the discussion, weight totally matters on the Z. our clutch is kinda knotchy and when i used my previous knob...that was 1/3 the weight, shifts would sometimes miss and not fall into place completely, and a variety of little things if you werent careful.

Originally Posted by chops (Post 2710912)

ill add mine to the thread:

stainless steel sphere, blue bronze finish, laser 6MT etching, 2 grooves on the bottom of knob (gives an awesome feel IMO), and matching metal bronze collar. total weight is around 520 ounces

crappy phone pic though

http://i.imgur.com/S2rs7nj.jpg

and to add to the discussion, weight totally matters on the Z. our clutch is kinda knotchy and when i used my previous knob...that was 1/3 the weight, shifts would sometimes miss and not fall into place completely, and a variety of little things if you werent careful.

Originally Posted by chops (Post 2710912)

ill add mine to the thread:

stainless steel sphere, blue bronze finish, laser 6MT etching, 2 grooves on the bottom of knob (gives an awesome feel IMO), and matching metal bronze collar. total weight is around 520 ounces

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 2711585)

:eek: 14.7kg??! holyhell that is heavy...

Originally Posted by phantom370z (Post 2711122)

Looks great sir :tup:

Also, I get an image in my head of some of you guys watching carefully as you use 1 finger to push the shifter into gear :D. I don't think there's any argument that weight can matter. However to me, on the Z, I just personally don't see much difference....I guess I must push it into gear with extra gusto or something.

Originally Posted by Sensei Kreese (Post 2713188)

Maybe you just have bigger guns than these guys? I ordered a Lathe works knob yesterday, copolymer, red shift pattern wrapped in leather with the red stitching to match my 40th interior, can't wait.

Originally Posted by swiss370Z (Post 2746394)

Masterpiece :tup::tup::tup::tup:



http://www.the370z.com/attachment.ph...1&d=1395394483



http://www.the370z.com/attachment.ph...1&d=1395394506



http://www.the370z.com/attachment.ph...1&d=1395394506