mrdeep2001 Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 Hey guys, I have a 92 loyale 5spd and I was talking to one of the machinists at work and he said he can make me a shift know if i want. He just needs the measurements. Initially I was going to ask for something like this(without the blue) http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BLUE-MANUAL-SHIFT-KNOB-ALUMINUM-JDM-ALTIMA-S13-S14-G35_W0QQitemZ200084766212QQcategoryZ33703QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem But that's a little plain jane, you know? So what do you guys think any and all input is appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loyale 2.7 Turbo Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 Don´t you Like a more "Metallic" Lookin´ Shift Knob? Like Mine: it is Wider to the Front, so it has Spaces for the Fingers... its "Jealöda" Brand of Germany, Stainless Steel, Heavyweight but Nice Feelin´ The only problem of a metallic Knob is Sunny / Cold weathers, that makes it too Hot \ Cold to Handle comfortably, so I usually Leave my Baseball Cap over it! With this Short Shifter and the Cap over, the car seems to be like without Shifter! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrdeep2001 Posted March 8, 2007 Author Share Posted March 8, 2007 Yea I remember your shift knob, sweet job btw, I'm definately not going with the ebay-style knob, especially b/c the machinist has access a lot of machines. Thing is only have a week to get it made before I'm done. So I'm tryin to find somethin really custom. Keep the ideas comin guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durania Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 Ive did the whole metallic shift knob thing and only thing to say is be careful. Winter is a crappy time to learn that a metallic shift knob is the coldest piece of equipment in your car. Last thing you want is a cold shift knob when you are freezing to death yourself. I ended up having to wrap a hanky around it so my hand didn't stick to it like the fat kid off "Christmas Storty". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrdeep2001 Posted March 8, 2007 Author Share Posted March 8, 2007 LOL I love that movie! but yea thats one thing I was worried about with that...but I'll be gettin one made either way b/c it's free and probably the only time I'll ever have access to all of these machines and people who know how to use them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loyale 2.7 Turbo Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 ... I ended up having to wrap a hanky around it so my hand didn't stick to it like the fat kid off "Christmas Storty". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrdeep2001 Posted March 8, 2007 Author Share Posted March 8, 2007 Should I go with more of a long cylinder-type shifter, or short cylinder with a rounded top? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeshoup Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 I'm personally fond of just wrapping my hand around a sphere. Get him to make you a perfect sphere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milemaker13 Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 Are you 2 wd? If not, what about your 4x4 button? Relocation? Anyway, whats wrong with stayin stock? Function before form! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrdeep2001 Posted March 8, 2007 Author Share Posted March 8, 2007 its 2WD and I am doin this for a number of reasons: 1. I will be cutting down my shifter a few inches so I'll need another knob, or need to rethread it. 2. I like customizing my car. 3. b/c I can and this will be the only time i have access to free metal and machines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill90Loyale Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 The thread is 12x1.25. My brother (a sculptor) made a custom knob for me. Epoxied a 12 mm nut (1.25 thread) inside the knob. Perfect. I'd post a photo but I don't have a digital camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baccaruda Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 how about a bowling ball? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goobaroo Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 Hey guys, I have a 92 loyale 5spd and I was talking to one of the machinists at work and he said he can make me a shift know if i want. He just needs the measurements. Initially I was going to ask for something like this(without the blue) http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BLUE-MANUAL-SHIFT-KNOB-ALUMINUM-JDM-ALTIMA-S13-S14-G35_W0QQitemZ200084766212QQcategoryZ33703QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem But that's a little plain jane, you know? So what do you guys think any and all input is appreciated. I HAVE THAT EXACT SHIFT KNOB! although i dont use it anymore, i switched it with the one from my old jetta, metal in the winter is not to fun to shift with, its like grabbing a snowball. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durania Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 I HAVE THAT EXACT SHIFT KNOB! although i dont use it anymore, i switched it with the one from my old jetta, metal in the winter is not to fun to shift with, its like grabbing a snowball. Least someone has been there.:-\ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phizinza Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 If I were to get a custom shift knob, I'd get a brushed alloy sphere. simple, I know, but that's what I like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86BRATMAN Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 I've had my hand stuck to one before. Cleared windshield, wet hand+frosted knob= Shannon Stuck.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calebz Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 Heres mine: http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/photos/data/500/82Picture_106.jpg Keep in miind that a WRX shift knob will work. And you can thread it down about an inch lower than stock with just a little work. I used a lug nut to cut the stock threads down the the point that the shifter flares out. Combined with the lower profile, it sits just perfectly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86BRATMAN Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 Heres mine: http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/photos/data/500/82Picture_106.jpg Keep in miind that a WRX shift knob will work. And you can thread it down about an inch lower than stock with just a little work. I used a lug nut to cut the stock threads down the the point that the shifter flares out. Combined with the lower profile, it sits just perfectly. Did the lug nut cut them easily??? never heard of doing it that way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazy D Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 Don´t you Like a more "Metallic" Lookin´ Shift Knob? Like Mine: it is Wider to the Front, so it has Spaces for the Fingers... its "Jealöda" Brand of Germany, Stainless Steel, Heavyweight but Nice Feelin´ The only problem of a metallic Knob is Sunny / Cold weathers, that makes it too Hot \ Cold to Handle comfortably, so I usually Leave my Baseball Cap over it! With this Short Shifter and the Cap over, the car seems to be like without Shifter! JesZek, you have the coolest stuff!!!! im hella jealous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durania Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 Id love to go through the gears on that ER27. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsutomu Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 heres mine, its a cane head. cut up my old knob and made it fit then bolted it on to the cane head Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daeron Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 heres mine, its a cane head. cut up my old knob and made it fit then bolted it on to the cane head Pimpmobile FTW!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milemaker13 Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 Sounds good. The last reason is the best one. Cuz you can and have the machines. Good call! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loyale 2.7 Turbo Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 JesZek, you have the coolest stuff!!!! im hella jealous Id love to go through the gears on that ER27. Oh, Thank you, You´re Soo Kind! I Love to Drive it Too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrdeep2001 Posted March 9, 2007 Author Share Posted March 9, 2007 guys ur shift knobs look awesome! cant wait to get rid of my stock one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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