best shift knob

speedfreek · 07-12-2012, 12:51 PM

I was down to the TWM and Nismo Ti myself. If I ever feel like grabbing another shift knob I would definately try out the big type-r from TWM. I got a great deal on the Nismo Ti I couldnt pass it up.

Coon-azz · 07-12-2012, 12:59 PM

I liked the Sickspeed knobs....

this in my DD. No problems for 6k miles....

ShinyBlueZ · 07-12-2012, 01:04 PM

I'm actually about to buy a pwjdm knob. For most places the shipping cost to Canada is kinda crazy. But I saw a pic of the blue pwjdm knob and I feel I'm obligated to get this for my baby. I think the colour is awesome and matches well!

Cool no?

Neoatw · 07-12-2012, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

yes, the twm feels perfect. that was the main issue i had with the pw knob. it's a small diamer with spherical/egg-like top. if a ball shaped, it needs to be larger; otherwise the knob slips out of the hand going into quick gear changes into 2nd. there's a reason why knobs are less round at the top when narrow.

the big type-r knob is big + not round at top. makes it

x2

I have both PW (V2) and TWM (Piston)... I kept on using my TWM because it feels better and sits lower. However, TWM Piston doesn't look that good, it looks like a soda can...on the other hand, PW (V2) looks like a anal probe....

edub370 · 07-12-2012, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

ball knobs belong on MINI's and other funny looking cars imho.

idk the voodoo pearl im rocking matches the interior perfectly

kenchan · 07-12-2012, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Neoatw

I have both PW (V2) and TWM (Piston)... I kept on using my TWM because it feels better and sits lower. However, TWM Piston doesn't look that good, it looks like a soda can...on the other hand, PW (V2) looks like a anal probe....

if between pw v1 and v2, i would do the v1 for sure. the v2 is just shaped wrong, imho. it looks nice and has good weight, but ergonimically while shifting into 2nd is questionable.

ive owned lots of knobs and tried them over the years on many different cars, but i keep coming back to type-r and desert eagle style knobs for ergonomics. if youre getting the type-r style knob for your z, definitely get the big type-r knob.

it has to do with the flat top and taper/radius where it meets the side of the knob. that angle is critical for shifts into 2nd gear.

Unique_Z · 07-12-2012, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

if between pw v1 and v2, i would do the v1 for sure. the v2 is just shaped wrong, imho. it looks nice and has good weight, but ergonimically while shifting into 2nd is questionable.

ive owned lots of knobs and tried them over the years on many different cars, but i keep coming back to type-r and desert eagle style knobs for ergonomics. if youre getting the type-r style knob for your z, definitely get the big type-r knob.

it has to do with the flat top and taper/radius where it meets the side of the knob. that angle is critical for shifts into 2nd gear.

Type R imho is one of the best shift knobs, if not the best looking on the market. saving some cash for this baby

kenchan · 07-12-2012, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Iwan72

Type R imho is one of the best shift knobs, if not the best looking on the market. saving some cash for this baby

i have both the regular type-r and big type-r from twm. both are excellent choices, but the big type-r is definitely the preferred choice especially on the Z.

binary0x01 · 07-18-2012, 02:21 PM

I got a sweetknob... no really from sweetknobs.com

ZMan8 · 07-18-2012, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i have both the regular type-r and big type-r from twm. both are excellent choices, but the big type-r is definitely the preferred choice especially on the Z.

Mr. Kenchan I wonder how the desert eagle feels compared to big type r.

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Volk Z · 07-18-2012, 03:27 PM

The undisputed Champion of course... Tommy Kaira Hebi Bebi. I just ordered one myself from vividracing

I had a TWM A6 Leopard (480 grams) in my 350Z and that was a quality knob but the TK is soooo hot and the 515 grams will make shifting really pleasant.

Nuki · 07-18-2012, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Volk Z

The undisputed Champion of course... Tommy Kaira Hebi Bebi. I just ordered one myself from vividracing

I had a TWM A6 Leopard (480 grams) in my 350Z and that was a quality knob but the TK is soooo hot and the 515 grams will make shifting really pleasant.

Wish they would hurry up and get them in. Can't wait to get mine.

Volk Z · 07-18-2012, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Nuki

Wish they would hurry up and get them in. Can't wait to get mine.

I see you have a Nismo, my TK shift knob will be going in my 2013 Nismo that will be here in around 3-4 weeks

w0rM · 07-18-2012, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by mr_sparkle

THIS:

Z-1 Performance Automotive Services Inc. - Tommy Kaira Hebi Bebi Shift Knob

/thread.
begin drool.

I had one of these on my 350. Absolute love

Nuki · 07-18-2012, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Volk Z

I see you have a Nismo, my TK shift knob will be going in my 2013 Nismo that will be here in around 3-4 weeks

We share the same tastes as I see you had an Ings N-Spec body kit. Post pics when you get the Niz, and definitely the TK knob. I imagine we're on the same order schedule since we bought from the same importer.

07-12-2012, 12:59 PM	#107 (permalink)
Coon-azz Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Fredericksburg,VA Posts: 689 Drives: '12 370z Sport DD Rep Power: 14	I liked the Sickspeed knobs.... this in my DD. No problems for 6k miles.... Arrvaxx likes this. __________________ I don't care how slow you want to drive; I encourage it. JUST GET THE HELL OUT OF THE PASSING LANE YOU TUCK FARD!!!

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Volk Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Laguna Beach, CA Posts: 2,214 Drives: Nismo Z Rep Power: 3066	The undisputed Champion of course... Tommy Kaira Hebi Bebi. I just ordered one myself from vividracing I had a TWM A6 Leopard (480 grams) in my 350Z and that was a quality knob but the TK is soooo hot and the 515 grams will make shifting really pleasant. __________________ AMUSE * TOMEI * STILLEN * CRAFTSQUARE RECARO * 3M * TOP SECRET * SLICKCARBON

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07-12-2012, 12:51 PM	#106 (permalink)
speedfreek A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Huntsville,AL Posts: 1,724 Drives: '12 370Z PW 6sp Rep Power: 18	I was down to the TWM and Nismo Ti myself. If I ever feel like grabbing another shift knob I would definately try out the big type-r from TWM. I got a great deal on the Nismo Ti I couldnt pass it up.

07-12-2012, 01:04 PM	#108 (permalink)
ShinyBlueZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: In My Z Posts: 462 Drives: Shiniest Bluest Z Rep Power: 13	I'm actually about to buy a pwjdm knob. For most places the shipping cost to Canada is kinda crazy. But I saw a pic of the blue pwjdm knob and I feel I'm obligated to get this for my baby. I think the colour is awesome and matches well! Cool no?