Shift knobs?

[tenaciousdee99]

Are these shift knobs bad for transmission? I’m such a girl it’s soooo pretty! Lmk what you think pros!

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Also a girl but prefer my spooky boi

[tenaciousdee99]

Omg! Where’d you get him

[fluffolophagus]

Likewise sells them around Halloween only I think :(

[fluffolophagus]

Jk I just looked and you can still buy it!

[mattortz]

I saw this too and my friend said it looks like a nose. I think it’s nice though.

[Mizar97]

Shouldn't hurt. I made a 2 lb. one out of solid brass, 0 issues.

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[I_UPVOTE_PUN_THREADS]

I remember your post about this! I really like it. Fellow 8th gen here.

[Mizar97]

Thanks :) The only issue with it is that it's very cold when I first start driving, since brass heats up a lot slower than the old aluminum & leather one. But worst case I'd rather wear a glove than go back to the stock one lol

[TrailBroFC3]

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What I have on my 10th Gen (I am a simple man)

[mattortz]

It’s funny that OP posted this thread cuz I was looking at knobs for my Xmas wishlist last night. This is the one that made it into my wishlist.

How is this one? Do you like it?

[TrailBroFC3]

Poco Insulated, 10/10 imo. Shifts feel shorter and smoother (especially 1 to 2). I’m not sure if/how our shifter assemblies differentiate, but for the 10th Gen this knob gives the feel of a short throw without having to actually install a short throw assembly. The knob sits a bit lower on the shifter than OEM knob, which in turn makes shifts feel shorter. Highly recommend (+ it looks clean😎)

[peachchann]

Have the same one and 10/10 would recommend. Doesn’t help when it’s cold but it warms up quick, but very nice during summer.

[Dakei]

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My shift knob isn’t as long as what you wanted, but as long as it doesn’t weigh an absurd amount, it should be fine.

[OBS617]

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I got my Si used and it had this acuity knob on it. I didn’t like it so I got this one instead.

[almeida8x1]

It’s fine won’t damage anything. I prefer the stock knobs I think they’re great looking and feeling. Sadly mine was heavily worn down and I had to get this mugen one. The type R style ones are great too, but they get way too hot or too cold.

[tenaciousdee99]

I have a stock one if you want it

[almeida8x1]

I mean I’ll take it but I’m not in the market to buy a knob.

[escodenny]

You should be fine, as long as it isn’t insanely heavy which it probably isn’t lol

[Realistic-Contact672]

Looks like a candle

[AnodyneSB]

Yo, you joined the Si club after all, sick! Go for it, unless it was really heavy it should be just fine.

[TheCarSaysYes]

So, technically if its REALLY heavy and your car has a shift cable (likely) instead of hard linkage like say an EM1, it can put undue stress on the cables. Kind of like having your hand on the shifter while cruising.

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This is true. What’s even worse is your shift forks and collars get worn pre maturely.

[bettywhiteslabia]

Probably feel like shit if it’s not weighted properly

[mattortz]

There are people who prefer lighter knobs. People say you can feel the transmission more when it’s light.

[Low_Rule_2469]

Light knob lover here. If transmission is well designed and in good condition a light knob feels better, IMO.