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The $22 Delrin Shift Knob 3 Attachment(s) I made a mention of the Delrin shift knob I picked up in another thread and there seemed to be a decent amount of interest so I figured I'd do a quick writeup. I figured it would get more views in here than the interior forum which is kinda dead. If mods want to move it there have at it. So I have pretty big hands and couldn't deal with it not fitting in my palm or being able to comfortably wrap my fingers around it. So I remembered hearing about Delrin knobs since my E36 M3 days but I had never tried one out. I ponied up the money for Amazon prime so I figured I would look for something generic there first. This is what I found: I thought the shape looked comfortable and the price was right so I picked it up. It ended up taking over a week and a half to get to my apt, shipped out of FL. But hey the shipping was free? At first after installing it I thought that it felt a little cheap and plasticky but now after having it on for a week or so I really like it. It's countersunk so it sits nice and low. I took a pic next to the stock knob to show that it is physically shorter and it may sit a little lower because of the countersinking. Overall it felt lower/shorter/more direct than the stock heavy knob. For the money I think this is pretty hard to beat. They also offer it as a standard round knob which looks even lower than this one for the same price. I think that could be worth a try as well although my next step up from this one might be a similarly lightweight, round, VooDoo in aluminum. That way I have two slightly different ones. Happy hunting everyone. |
any chance uve had your hands on the cobb knob? had that in my '08 speed and loved it! its delrin also, wondering if it felt similar? |
What's the difference in weight compared to the stock knob? |
I haven't had the Cobb knob in my hands but this one does look to be the same shape but without the metal ring around the bottom so I can't really comment. It would be cool if its no ring, same knob, and 1/5 the price. As far as weight goes they list this at 112g. It looks like the stock knob is 265g so a little less than half as heavy. |
ya the cobb knob was super light but it felt awesome! i loved the delrin material, first time ive had any experience with it. might have to go for it! thanks bud ps cobb know is 115 g so damn close |
Looks cool but I like feeling some weight when I'm shifting hard! |
thats what she said... |
Was only a matter of time!!!! |
Another ex e36 m3 owner I see. |
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are the threads delrin? |
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Just put an order in for one. Can't beat that price! |
I also ordered one a few hours ago! For $22 shipped I figure if I don't like it I'll throw it at someone... This will be a perfect knob for the summer heat though... |
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Glad a few of you guys are picking one up. I'd like to see the plain round if someone goes that route. |
Going to get one. Try it out for the killer summers here in AZ. Thanks for the good deal |
god dammit. ive been spending way too much money on fucking shift knobs, but its shit like this that catches my eye.... ordered one up though Quote:
edit: they are now selling it for the mazdaspeed7 |
Awesome just ordered mine, $25 to ship to Canada, Aww well still a good price Tap tap taparoooo |
1 Attachment(s) Got mine today, figured I'd post another pic. First thoughts, this thing definitely has more girth than most other knobs that I've tried ( stock, Sure AGS, Sure Atom, JBR Cylindrical ) so if you have a small hand I would say this isn't for you. Initial quality is great, feels smooth and the finish is nice. It definitely sits lower, which I think a lot of people will like. Gives you more of that short throw feel. For a $22 knob that screws on and fits really well I don't think you can beat it if you don't mind it's bigger size. I really think the look goes great with the interior too. I'm definitely very happy with my purchase. http://www.mazdaspeedforums.org/foru...4&d=1366937153 |
link for the sphere shaped knob? I searched but couldn't find. |
Damn that's a hell of a price.Looks veryyy similar to the SURE one. How the fuck does SURE justify that absurd price for a piece of plastic. Good thing I didn't pay for mine. lol |
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just ordered mine last night, cant wait. |
when i had my twm derlin knob, the only real complaint i had about it (besides the $140 freaking price tag) was the fact that the derlin was kinda hard to keep ahold of. i noticed myself slipping off especially going into 3rd. that was about stock weight, and the hot/cold resistance was nice too. |
ya i had the cobb knob and loved it. after awhile tho the oils from your hand get it all polished and easier to slip like you said. i personally loved the material tho |
Love my Cobb knob, wish it had a little more weight to it though Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2 |
didnt realize there was a thread for this thing. i picked one up off ebay a few weeks ago and definitely like it better than stock even though its not even half the weight of the stock knob. looks nice and feels good. |
Awesome thread guys, I just ordered this. @lpugfan2004; |
just got mine and put it on. this thing is awesome. drops the height a good 1-1 1/2" fit perfectly in the palm. its bad ass. for $22 everyone should get one, it won't disappoint |
Just got mine in the mail last night, great value for price. It being lighter gives shifting a more direct feel Tap tap taparoooo |
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That is the round/not teardrop shaped one. If you pick it up let me know what you think. Something round is going to be my next try, I'm thinking something metal though. |
1 Attachment(s) Not trying to thread jack but if you guys want a different style shift knob for under 25$, the tomei duracon (70mm) worked well for me. Looks and feels great. It's lighter though so you might not like that but it works well with my TWM full replacement shifter. Plus side is (just like the delrin), it never gets warm, even in hot ass days. Attachment 106227 |
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I have an AMS Delrin knob on the Evo. Def nice that it never gets hot or cold. Don't know how much the one in the OP weighs but mine is really light, heavier knobs are way better IMO the lightness of mine makes high rpm shifts hard sometimes |
Thanks! Purchased. Will review next week when it arrives. |
After having this for a week, I do like it, however it has been warm to the touch after sitting all day, and it has been a max of 73 degrees. If this is supposed to resist the heat/cold it doesn't do it well IMO, but time will tell once it actually gets hot out. Tappy Le' Tap |
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ya same for me. mine got pretty damn hot, but went away fast. no big deal tho |
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Got mine, definitely worth the money. I feel everyone has said everything about it so I won't write a ton more. Mine has a few small blemishes in it, but then again its a $22 shift knob so I am extremely happy https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphot...03704492_n.jpg |
You can't expect something to just "not get hot" if you put anything in an oven at 100 degrees, it doesn't matter what material. It will eventually get up to that temperature. However depending on certain materials, you can notice a difference in how long it takes for something to get warm/cool. |
Just received this email from the seller . ------------- Begin message ------------- I apologize, as our stocking order on these has been delayed and I will have them mid next to ship. ------------- End message ------------- I think he means mid next week? WTF. |
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This $22 knob if left in 100 degree car, will it require a sock to cover it or be usable Luke the bottom leather of my OEM kno in hot weather? |
I ordered one about a week ago, but slow shipping is slow. Should have it in hand sometime around midweek. |
Just ordered mine today! Thanks for the review, awdmotorsports on eBay offers priority shipping free, ill let you know if its any quicker than amazon :smokin: |
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I think you guys misunderstand what they mean by heat and cold resistance in the Delrin polymer. This doesn't mean it won't get hot, but resists the expanding and shrinking caused by temp extremes. Delrin is used under the hood in many plastic auto parts. It also is very strong and used in one product I think everyone has come in contact with...Bic lighters. |
Just got it and put it on, definitely worth the $22. There's not really anything else I can add that's not already covered in this thread. Feels nice and solid in the hand. |
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So i went to their ebay page like another member recommended and I used the Make an Offer option and offered them 20.00 and got an instant approval with still the free priority shipping. They must have a limit set up that automatically will approve. If anyone else makes this purchase you should offer them even less, it will only get denied at worst then you can offer them more. |
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I <3 my Cobb Knob. Lightweight ftw! This looks like a nice choice too, had I not gotten a steal if a price on my Cobb |
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Are you guys getting shipping confirmations? Bought mine a week ago and still nothing but that email that said they were on backorder. |
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i too just got an email about it being on back order |
spend the extra $2 and get it off amazon. |
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lol I got it off Amazon and they sent me that fucked up email I pasted a few posts back. |
Maybe its time I finally get rid of this GIANT shifter I've been using for the past year and half. I got it for free when I bought my Cobb SRI and its pretty damn heavy. Anyone have any idea what brand this is? http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...ps71c0bc3e.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...psd4fb8958.jpg |
TWS type R? |
http://i.imgur.com/WN3MJRql.jpg Got rid of my torn shitty leather and made a fabric boot. Would've rather made it a stretch/tight look but didn't feel like sewing. Maybe another time. |
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What the fuck is that shit all over your car? Jesus, clean that up! |
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Dang! I need to order one to try it out. I like a heavier shift knob, but for 22 bucks its worth a try. |
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i bought my speed 3 in september, and have probably spent more than a hundred bucks on different shift knobs ....i bought one of these though |
Just ordered the round one :) |
I just jumped on this train as well. I'm curious to see how the lighter weight will feel. |
Got mine for 11 dollars. Got refunded half the price because snippy was delayed. |
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yup i got my refund for $10 too. Now i really cant complain, $10 for a delrin knob? I'm ok if it takes another week |
Refunded as well. Mine shipped out yesterday and should be here by Friday. Seller was very good with keeping me updated with stocking issues ect |
I've had a delrin knob for a little while now. I like the light weight. Takes any assumptions out of shifting in that the shifter only goes where you put it. I ordered mine elsewhere, though, since they offered customization. I had a Mavs pin embedded in mine. http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h1...psb9d389a0.jpg |
Damn, no words |
Got mine today and I'm still undecided. The knob itself is excellent quality but the lighter weight makes shifts feel "cheap" IMO. I'm not really digging the fact that it sits a little lower than stock either. It has a great feel in my hand (that's what she said) but I'm still up in the air whether this will replace the stocker. I can say that I felt more confident shifting since I could feel the gear engagement better and I think that is a good thing. I'll re-evaluate once I install my SSP (along with 15 other mods) next weekend. If someone came out with a shifter extension I think I'd use this knob for it in a heartbeat. |
Got mine in last night. The guy emailed me and told me that he gave me 50 percent off be cause it took him 2 weeks to ship it. So for $11.50 this knob is excellent quality and feels great with my twm replacement, even for the whopping $22 originally, lol, I would still be just as satisfied. I highly recommend this knob for anyone who want a lighter than stock knob and doesn't want tp pay $60+ |
.....anyone else get a sore arm after a day of driving? I went from a big 700g knob to this Sent from my microwave |
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I installed my CorkSport shifter bushings today so I figured I'd give the knob a second try. This time around I'm very pleased and really enjoying the fact I feel more connected with the car. Coming from my previous car where the shifter was part of the transmission and not rod connected I can see why the heavier knob on that car didn't lose the feel of the transmission. Thumbs up in my book and I can't wait to feel it with the SSP next weekend. |
1 Attachment(s) Ordered the sphere but received the tear drop. Oh well...still enjoying it :) I'm surprised at how good the lighter knob feels! I Tapped that |
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The lighter knob, paired with a lighter counterweight, puts control of the shift mechanism back in your hand, and not at the whims of momentum. |
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lighter knob + solid shifter bushings + corksport counterweight = the way to go |
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white on black 1 Attachment(s) Well i got mine today & to my surprise... Attachment 165370 I ordered black & got white. :261: Overall it feels great for $22 bucks, just looks like a light bulb against a black interior. Its easy to see outta your peripheral though. |
Just ordered one myself can't beat that price. I've read a few places it doesn't get that hot. Which would be awesome I have a arc titanium knob now and that thing is untouchable after a couple hours in the AZ heat |
1 Attachment(s) Well here's a recap from my last mishap... vendor quickly corrected the problem :slaphappy:, & now I'm not so sure if the q ball was such a bad idea. Still pleased with the overall product, & now on to the shortcut & counterweight. Who knows, I may add the solid shift bushings too. |
Got mine. Came in the right color and was shipped super fast. I have had it for about 6 days now and I actually love it. The biggest reason is that it doesn't get hot at all. It looks great, great fitment and as far as it being light not heavy I can't tell the difference in shifting. The only downside is just getting used to the feeling of delrin. When you first open it up it definitely feels like plastic. Once installed it's hard to tell. There is a small point on the very top of mine I can feel but can't see. I thought that would drive me to putting on one of my old ones but after a couple days I don't notice it at all. So in the end I feel like it was a great inexpensive buy. If you want to change up the look of your interior for not that much I'd definitely recommend this knob. |
Ordered mine a few days ago. I'll post my thoughts this weekend. |
I just received mine. I think it smashes the stock knob. I have large hands, and this feels so much better to grip than the semi-cylindrically shaped stock knob. Shifts feel easier, too. It's a total win. |
Lighter = better. You feel more of the transmission. Couple this with a shifter weight delete + MT90 and bcuz race car. |
It's all about personal feel, I have this knob and never put it back on after two weeks of trying it out. I have a twm and like the heavier weight much better Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk |
What shifter setup is everyone using? I thought it felt like garbage until I pulled off my JBR SSP and did the shifter weight delete. Now I'm shifting buttery smooth and the light knob makes makes it quick. |
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