What is the best short-throw shifter and shifter knob combo?

PasswordJDM · 03-08-2012, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by ZInferno0248

Thanks to everyone's advice, I went with the JDM Password stainless shift knob with a titanium base... It looks great (matches the interior silver accents in the Z perfectly), improves the shift feel dramatically (because it is heavy, shorter than stock, and fits in the palm perfectly) and the install took about 15 minutes (thanks to all the advice on this forum). I am very satisfied with the result!

Best mod ever for under 60 bucks.

Glad to hear you are happy with it!

Evil Sports · 03-13-2012, 10:15 AM

Got my JDM knob but Im a bit worried about trying to get the Og knob off and fugging things up, need dummy proof instructions or pics

please

GaleForce · 03-13-2012, 11:20 AM

There are plenty of "dummy proof" tips, links, and suggestions in this thread. Just read them over and you'll be ok.

GaleForce · 03-13-2012, 04:37 PM

You need to pull up on the trim that goes around the shifter. Pull at the back first. Mybe get a towel to place on your console for protection too.

kenchan · 03-13-2012, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

You need to pull up on the trim that goes around the shifter. Pull at the back first. Mybe get a towel to place on your console for protection too.

^^ HIGHLY recommended!

Evil Sports · 03-13-2012, 04:55 PM

Im scared Im gonna break some ****

Does the trim ring just snap in there

onzedge · 03-13-2012, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Evil Sports

Im scared Im gonna break some ****

Does the trim ring just snap in there

It pops up -- gently slide a flat screwdriver under it and twist. I was nervous too, but no big deal.

Evil Sports · 03-13-2012, 08:40 PM

No so easy on my car, the Cheesy Harbor Freight strap wrench just keeps slipping. Any other tricks?

GaleForce · 03-13-2012, 05:48 PM

The only way you'll break that ring is if you use a hammer to remove it. Just grab the end nearest the rear of the car and gently pull straight up.

03-13-2012, 10:15 AM	#2 (permalink)
Evil Sports Base Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Mass Posts: 187 Drives: 11-370z-Blue-M6-ST Rep Power: 15	Got my JDM knob but Im a bit worried about trying to get the Og knob off and fugging things up, need dummy proof instructions or pics please __________________ My current Rice stable, Lexus RX 330, Nissan 370z, Honda Aquatrax turbo, Yamaha 212SS

03-13-2012, 11:20 AM	#3 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51866	There are plenty of "dummy proof" tips, links, and suggestions in this thread. Just read them over and you'll be ok. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

03-13-2012, 04:37 PM	#4 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51866	You need to pull up on the trim that goes around the shifter. Pull at the back first. Mybe get a towel to place on your console for protection too. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

03-13-2012, 04:55 PM	#6 (permalink)
Evil Sports Base Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Mass Posts: 187 Drives: 11-370z-Blue-M6-ST Rep Power: 15	Im scared Im gonna break some **** Does the trim ring just snap in there __________________ My current Rice stable, Lexus RX 330, Nissan 370z, Honda Aquatrax turbo, Yamaha 212SS

03-13-2012, 08:40 PM	#8 (permalink)
Evil Sports Base Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Mass Posts: 187 Drives: 11-370z-Blue-M6-ST Rep Power: 15	No so easy on my car, the Cheesy Harbor Freight strap wrench just keeps slipping. Any other tricks? __________________ My current Rice stable, Lexus RX 330, Nissan 370z, Honda Aquatrax turbo, Yamaha 212SS

03-13-2012, 05:48 PM	#9 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51866	The only way you'll break that ring is if you use a hammer to remove it. Just grab the end nearest the rear of the car and gently pull straight up. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

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