best shift knob

nismo42 · 09-28-2010, 07:22 PM

what do you guys think the best looking and feeling shift knob is?

JB-370z · 09-28-2010, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nismo42

what do you guys think the best looking and feeling shift knob is?

Stock

christian370z · 09-28-2010, 07:35 PM

Asking what the best shift knob is is very subjective. You have a bunch of options to consider:

-Weight: this changes the way the shifter responsed when you throw it between gears. A lighter knob will make you feel like each shift is more deliberate, a heavier knob will need less effort to slot into gear.

-Material/Texture: do you want something that has less texture? Metal? Leather? Polished?

CBRich · 09-28-2010, 07:43 PM

The best? Not sure, haven't tried them all. I do like the Nismo knob though. A little more heft and a better overall feel in my opinion. One downside? It gets really hot in summer and really cold in winter.

buzzman3 · 12-03-2011, 03:07 AM

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Originally Posted by CBRich

The best? Not sure, haven't tried them all. I do like the Nismo knob though. A little more heft and a better overall feel in my opinion. One downside? It gets really hot in summer and really cold in winter.

Well, at least u'r not gonna sit on it, HAHAHAHA! JK!

I haven't felt the Nismo knob yet, but the stock knob feels kinda big to me, since I came from an S2000.

Geez, my reply sounds nasty, HAHAHAAHH!

mr_sparkle · 09-28-2010, 07:48 PM

THIS:

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

/thread.
begin drool.

Nuki · 07-12-2012, 06:13 AM

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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.

This. Waiting on mine to ship. Can't wait to see it on (after I actually see my Nismo).

w0rM · 07-18-2012, 07:56 PM

Quote:

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

JB-370z · 09-28-2010, 07:51 PM

Still a sucker for the stock shifter

mr_sparkle · 09-28-2010, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by JB-370z

Still a sucker for the stock shifter

I agree... especially coming from a 6mt altima coupe... that car's stock shifter was absolute garbage...

Jose Aliling · 09-29-2010, 05:29 AM

nismo ftw!since i own one.honestly if i had the sports package i will buy the zele titanium which is soooo expensive!!

CharBoiler · 09-29-2010, 12:34 PM

here is the one I have...weight is 297g. This is the shortest of the three. The brand is Joyfast. They make
parts for Miata's.

M.Bonanni · 09-29-2010, 12:40 PM

I enjoyed my Password:JDM balanced shift knob. Keep in mind, this one was a raw aluminum prototype. The production versions are a little more finished. It had a good fit and good feel.

WestCo Scott · 09-29-2010, 12:46 PM

I personally have the Nismo black aluminum and love it. I'm planning on saving my pennies for the titanium GT though

Check some of the Nismo stuff out Here!

-Scott

daisuke149 · 09-29-2010, 02:19 PM

I like the stock. only one i would consider changing for is the g37 mt shift knob.

09-28-2010, 07:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
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09-28-2010, 07:35 PM	#3 (permalink)
christian370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Newport Beach Posts: 3,900 Drives: 2010 370Z/Saab 900se Rep Power: 432	Asking what the best shift knob is is very subjective. You have a bunch of options to consider: -Weight: this changes the way the shifter responsed when you throw it between gears. A lighter knob will make you feel like each shift is more deliberate, a heavier knob will need less effort to slot into gear. -Material/Texture: do you want something that has less texture? Metal? Leather? Polished? __________________ -320whp / 259wftlbs- SP Rays -- RE-11s -- SpecialtyZ Tune -- Swift Springs -- Stillen 25R Oil Cooler -- Stillen G3 Intakes -- Berk HFCs -- F.I. 12" CBE -- Stillen Sway Bars -- Es14 Spring -- INGS+1 lip -- CF Spoiler -- GTR Start Button -- VLED Parking Lights -- PWJDM V2 shift knob

09-28-2010, 07:43 PM	#4 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 544	The best? Not sure, haven't tried them all. I do like the Nismo knob though. A little more heft and a better overall feel in my opinion. One downside? It gets really hot in summer and really cold in winter. SwedeZ likes this.

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JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	Still a sucker for the stock shifter __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning)

09-29-2010, 05:29 AM	#11 (permalink)
Jose Aliling Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Manila Posts: 298 Drives: tricycle Rep Power: 15	nismo ftw!since i own one.honestly if i had the sports package i will buy the zele titanium which is soooo expensive!! __________________ http://www.farmofminds.com/2012/10/r...hp-garage.html

09-28-2010, 07:48 PM	#6 (permalink)
mr_sparkle Base Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 88 Drives: '10Z Tour SP Nav 6MT Rep Power: 15	THIS: Z-1 Performance Automotive Services Inc. - Tommy Kaira Hebi Bebi Shift Knob /thread. begin drool.

09-29-2010, 12:34 PM	#12 (permalink)
CharBoiler Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 53 Drives: 09 PW/Tour/Sport Rep Power: 16	here is the one I have...weight is 297g. This is the shortest of the three. The brand is Joyfast. They make parts for Miata's. JiujitsuGuy likes this. Last edited by CharBoiler; 09-29-2010 at 12:46 PM.

09-29-2010, 12:40 PM	#13 (permalink)
M.Bonanni The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 2,575 Drives: Fast Rep Power: 1321	I enjoyed my Password:JDM balanced shift knob. Keep in mind, this one was a raw aluminum prototype. The production versions are a little more finished. It had a good fit and good feel. carterml and JiujitsuGuy like this. __________________ MikeBonanni.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MikeBonanni Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MBonanni36 Function > Form

09-29-2010, 12:46 PM	#14 (permalink)
WestCo Scott A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: West Covina, Ca Posts: 1,052 Drives: 3million Z Rep Power: 17	I personally have the Nismo black aluminum and love it. I'm planning on saving my pennies for the titanium GT though Check some of the Nismo stuff out Here! -Scott __________________ Providing you with OEM/JDM & aftermarket performance Check us out at thenismoshop.com GTR Button Swap, Nismo Shift Knobs

09-29-2010, 02:19 PM	#15 (permalink)
daisuke149 My *** is famous! Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Alpharetta, GA Posts: 4,849 Drives: 2013 Boss 302 PW Rep Power: 32	I like the stock. only one i would consider changing for is the g37 mt shift knob.

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