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Posted by: dcdye Feb 4 2005, 02:08 PM

Anyone have ideas on a good, but not expensive, knob to go with a new short shifter? I have read conflicting reports about the benefits of a heavy knob vs. a lighter (stock) one. All input welcome.

Posted by: bikerPA Feb 4 2005, 02:29 PM

Personally, I prefer the heaviest knob I can screw on (pun not at all intended, believe it or not). Seems like it helps the shifter *snick* into place a bit better. Also, since you're in an area that sees both cold and hot weather, I would recommend against a metal knob; it'll be too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. All said and done, the stock GT leather shift knob does the trick just fine for me, and the fact that it perfectly matches the interior seals it. If you have a GLS (I'm sorry I can't remember), the leather knob is available from http://www.dreamka4u.com shipped from Korea cheaper than it is available domestically.

Posted by: silet Feb 4 2005, 02:32 PM

Most of the shifters will accept the stock knob. As for inexpensive ones I would not recommend them unless they are threaded. Now I'm cheap, so by my standards (which may be low at times) $20 or less is inexpensive and most of them are universal. They kinda suck, because they need tightening and eventually fall apart.

I don't know of any knob, at any $ range with threads, except for the B&M shifter which is included.

Posted by: gonzo777 Feb 4 2005, 02:38 PM

I recently installed a TWM short shifter and I read all their info on why to go to a heavy knob, but....

I was surprised at how heavy my stock (GT leather) knob was when I removed it.

FYI:
I just weighed my stock knob - 7.5oz, which is about 213grams .... and TWM says theirs is 500grams.

Posted by: dcdye Feb 5 2005, 10:07 AM

When I ordered the TWM shofter, I opted not to get the $80 knob they make. I think I will try the stock knob once I get the new shifter in, and if it doesn't feel right, I'll try a heavier one. No need to rush on this, right? Thanks for the advice.

Posted by: ilanpro Feb 5 2005, 10:47 AM

this adjustable one will work great

http://www.evofusionusa.com/TeamSR/Hyundai/01elantra-shortshifter.html

Posted by: Elantrick Feb 5 2005, 11:09 AM

Here is another Idea. Weight the existing knob.

I have the Shark Adjustable short shifter. I was thinking of ways to not screw the knob so far down. I acctualy raised the shift frame (see the DIY section on the adjustable shifter and shift frame lift) to keep the shift knob from dropping too far.

Now you have given me an idea.
I wonder how much lead I can stuff into the hole to weight the knob and raise it up an inch? The lead should be soft enough to allow me to tighten the knob enough to align the shift pattern on the top.

Posted by: stauf Feb 6 2005, 02:03 AM

I wouldn't suggest using lead. I'd find something less toxic... I dunno the weight of modeling clay, but that could be looked into..

Posted by: elantragt Feb 6 2005, 03:31 AM

I'm a real fan of the Razo line of shift knobs from Japan. They are not cheap $35 and up but have one very cool feature... they come with special inserts made of plastic which are in several sizes... pick the one for the Elantra and screw it inside the knob. Then screw the knob on the shifter and it creates theads in the plastic. I can honestly say my current Razo shift knob is on much tighter than the stock one (I also added another Razo knob I have to the best modded contest).

The knob I am using now is the Razo RA-68 and it weighs in at a hefty 400 grams!

If you think the stock one feels solid & heavy, this one is amazing. And biker is right, the heavier knob definitely gives your shifts a feeling of "authority".

(now there's a perfect use of an emoticon! )

Posted by: stauf Feb 6 2005, 04:20 AM

Nice! But after lookin on that website, I kinda like the RA-66 better..

Posted by: dcdye Feb 6 2005, 02:32 PM

Thanks, I'll check out the Razo line.

Posted by: Elantrick Feb 6 2005, 04:02 PM

You can buy lead weights all over the place. Wheel weights, Fishing leights. etc. If it were that dangerous I would expect to see more federal control of it. I know that long term exposure is bad, but such short term as this I wouldn't expect would cause any harm.

But I'll use gloves.

Posted by: silet Feb 6 2005, 04:10 PM

... and it overheats, don't go near the fumes!!!

Posted by: stauf Feb 6 2005, 04:18 PM

True... But I still don't like the stuff... With the fed thing tho, they say weed is bad, it isn't. They say booze is okay, yet drunk driving kills everyday... Granted that booze in an idiots hand... I just don't trust the government for anything.