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StanceZ37 10-06-2014 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Zbrah (Post 2991049)
There are a few types of flossy knobs, which one are you looking into? pics? weight is important to keep in mind, a heavier knob will makes for smoother and better shifts. Texture and design is different to the twm, and I don't think the flossy knobs are on the same level with twm quality wise, hence the huge price gap. Just sharing my opinion, go with which ever knob makes you most happy :driving:

This is the one i was looking at. flossy shop — RedHead Heavy-Weight

i would also like for the knob to have some kind of texture on it were as my hand wont slip off of it like the oem knob.

i wish i could try some knobs out but yea, that wont happen.. how much are you asking for the piston?

StanceZ37 10-06-2014 07:43 PM

If only i could find a great deal on the tk hebi bebi knob, i feel like that would be the ultimate knob

cooltoy 10-06-2014 07:55 PM

I read that Momo's can be less then durable.

chops 10-06-2014 10:37 PM

here's a WC lathe werks stainless steel ball. weighs 500g+ since the collar is metal as well. whatever knob you get, make sure you get a collar of some sort to match the way our shift boot matches up to the knob

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

dichoi 10-06-2014 11:12 PM

i used to have the TK hebi bebi. it was nice and all, but a week of using it and it hit me that i paid $250 for a damn shift knob. sold that thing asap and bought the fatboy replica. exact same shape and size of the TK knob, 0.1lbs heavier, and i prefer it since i don't have to worry about trying to align the turtle on top.

Zbrah 10-06-2014 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by StanceZ37 (Post 2991113)
This is the one i was looking at. flossy shop — RedHead Heavy-Weight

i would also like for the knob to have some kind of texture on it were as my hand wont slip off of it like the oem knob.

i wish i could try some knobs out but yea, that wont happen.. how much are you asking for the piston?

The flossy knob is heavier than twm piston, 545 grams vs. 525 gr. IIRC, who would have thought of that! another pro to the flossy is that it's coated in resin which will keep the knob cool in the Summer. If your eyes are already set on the flossy, I'd say go for your first thought.

As for the piston, i'd like $100+5 for shipping. So same price for a new flossy. It's still fairly new, my buddy only used it for a couple months maybe less before he sold his car.

kenchan 10-07-2014 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Zbrah (Post 2991385)
The flossy knob is heavier than twm piston, 545 grams vs. 525 gr. IIRC, who would have thought of that! another pro to the flossy is that it's coated in resin which will keep the knob cool in the Summer. If your eyes are already set on the flossy, I'd say go for your first thought.

As for the piston, i'd like $100+5 for shipping. So same price for a new flossy. It's still fairly new, my buddy only used it for a couple months maybe less before he sold his car.

do it like you mean it and get the big type-r knob for your z. 600g

kenchan 10-07-2014 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by blackcherry20 (Post 2991017)
I just ordered this:
Attachment 95320

Should be here this weekend. I'll let you know how I like it.

:tup: you have to crank the set screws pretty tight on the momo's...otherwise they tend to loosen. when you crank the set screws though, it bites into the shifter shaft thread... like through the rubber grommet they give you.

i had this problem on my G's momo knob before. i fixed the thread using a thread repair tool, and screwed on the specter knob. :tup:

also, youll probably want to get a new momo shift boot with the collar inside which will mate with the bottom of the knob cleanly. :D

Zbrah 10-07-2014 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 2991849)
do it like you mean it and get the big type-r knob for your z. 600g

Damn that's heavy! I like! Will have look into it.

kenchan 10-07-2014 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Zbrah (Post 2992016)
Damn that's heavy! I like! Will have look into it.

yah, it feels great on the car. :D

blackcherry20 10-07-2014 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 2991871)
:tup: you have to crank the set screws pretty tight on the momo's...otherwise they tend to loosen. when you crank the set screws though, it bites into the shifter shaft thread... like through the rubber grommet they give you.

i had this problem on my G's momo knob before. i fixed the thread using a thread repair tool, and screwed on the specter knob. :tup:

also, youll probably want to get a new momo shift boot with the collar inside which will mate with the bottom of the knob cleanly. :D

:tiphat: Mr. Kenchan! Appreciate the info.
Hubby is an aircraft mech. Hopefully he will be able to "adjust" the fit and set screws so they don't loosen up.

StanceZ37 10-08-2014 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by chops (Post 2991359)
here's a WC lathe werks stainless steel ball. weighs 500g+ since the collar is metal as well. whatever knob you get, make sure you get a collar of some sort to match the way our shift boot matches up to the knob

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

Doesn't that get scorching hot in the summer? thats one thing im worried about.

kenchan 10-08-2014 04:52 PM

i think chops mentioned that they dont get as hot as his other metal knobs.

it also depends on the finish/texture of the knob. ive had metal knobs that got hot but not super hot in the summer months like the twm satin knob.
but then a polished momo got scorching hot.

if you're worried about hot/cold, check out the twm specter. it's weighted brass core with delrin. very nice. :tup:

StanceZ37 10-08-2014 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 2993909)
i think chops mentioned that they dont get as hot as his other metal knobs.

it also depends on the finish/texture of the knob. ive had metal knobs that got hot but not super hot in the summer months like the twm satin knob.
but then a polished momo got scorching hot.

if you're worried about hot/cold, check out the twm specter. it's weighted brass core with delrin. very nice. :tup:

and heres the thing. at first thats what i was looking at but the knob just looks so ugly.. thats why i resorted to the flossy knob.. but its like i dont want to go out and spend $100 on something that im not sure about. i dont want to buy a knob now and then find something i like better down the road.. :/

kenchan 10-08-2014 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by StanceZ37 (Post 2993914)
and heres the thing. at first thats what i was looking at but the knob just looks so ugly.. thats why i resorted to the flossy knob.. but its like i dont want to go out and spend $100 on something that im not sure about. i dont want to buy a knob now and then find something i like better down the road.. :/

you think the specter knob looks ugly? they look and feel great. :tup:

and you cant buy a specter or any of the twm's for 100...


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