Shift knob options for the 1M

v1k0d3n · 07-25-2011, 08:30 AM

In my previous car (the STi), I requested a Duracron shift knob because it didn't wear poorly like the standard leather shift knob. In addition, it never got too hot/cold while sitting parked. My Type-R titanium shift knob (while I loved it) always got scalding in the summer and cold as ice in the winter.

Are there any good/clean replacements for the stock shift knob on the 1M? I would prefer a illuminated duracron-like or some other material other than titanium if possible. The leather shift knobs feel so unconnected with the driver experience, while I feel the other harder surfaces connect you better. I guess I just like "feeling" the transmission through the shifter. Any ideas?

KIYO · 07-25-2011, 09:36 AM

How about the BMW Performance shift knob (the one in the left)?
It's not illuminated though.

Drillslinger · 07-25-2011, 09:45 AM

Not sure if it'll fit but...

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...catalogid=4462

Dan Parker · 07-25-2011, 11:12 AM

The stock knob is bonded to the boot so prepare for some work if you want to retain the stock shift boot.

b33g33 · 07-25-2011, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by KIYO

How about the BMW Performance shift knob (the one in the left)?
It7s not illuminated though.

Is the stock shifter illuminated? Anyone got a pic?

viva1MVO · 07-25-2011, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Parker

The stock knob is bonded to the boot so prepare for some work if you want to retain the stock shift boot.

I was afraid of that, is there a vendor that sources just the 1M boot?

Dan Parker · 07-25-2011, 05:13 PM

Not illuminated.

richb811 · 07-25-2011, 05:55 PM

Well its not illuminated yet, but that might be a good option to have

Will be in production within the next couple of weeks

lhsa · 07-25-2011, 06:11 PM

please don't take this personally rich, but that's a really strange design. i can't really say it doesn't work without testing it on a car, but it's aesthetically lacking.

Artemis · 07-25-2011, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Rich@GTBPerformance

Well its not illuminated yet, but that might be a good option to have

Will be in production within the next couple of weeks

Umm... maybe if you intend to never use the sixth gear again.

carlosii · 07-25-2011, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Rich@GTBPerformance

Well its not illuminated yet, but that might be a good option to have

Will be in production within the next couple of weeks

Double Fail...

v1k0d3n · 07-25-2011, 07:18 PM

i didn't want to be the first one to say it...but yeah, I'm not really liking the look of that shift knob. besides the 5 gear layout, it looks like something that is more fitting on a camaro (transformer-ish).

Satalite · 07-25-2011, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by v1k0d3n

i didn't want to be the first one to say it...but yeah, I'm not really liking the look of that shift knob. besides the 5 gear layout, it looks like something that is more fitting on a camaro (transformer-ish).

+1 Really needs to be BMW'ish design.

DooBs · 07-25-2011, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Rich@GTBPerformance

Well its not illuminated yet, but that might be a good option to have

Will be in production within the next couple of weeks

DBS rip off? but only 5 gears??? hahaha

gazz · 07-25-2011, 11:53 PM

Drilled pool ball. Not as ridiculous as it may appear. You don't need the shift pattern as I assume you know how to drive.

Whteverjklasdf · 07-26-2011, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan Parker

Not illuminated.

then... what is that attached wiring for?

richb811 · 07-26-2011, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by DooBs

DBS rip off? but only 5 gears??? hahaha

The shifter pattern is interchangeable.

We have designs for the Reg 5 speed, Dogleg 5 Speed and 6 Speed.

Drillslinger · 07-27-2011, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by gazz

Drilled pool ball. Not as ridiculous as it may appear. You don't need the shift pattern as I assume you know how to drive.

You can get custom stainless shift knobs as well as billiard ball knobs (that almost sounds dirty) at http://www.whalenshiftmachine.com/
I've seen his work on MINIs and it's top notch

richb811 · 07-27-2011, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Drillslinger

You can get custom stainless shift knobs as well as billiard ball knobs (that almost sounds dirty) at http://www.whalenshiftmachine.com/
I've seen his work on MINIs and it's top notch

Drill

I had one of his Shifters on my 2008 MCS JCW.

Gorgeous workmanship.

rogbmw · 07-27-2011, 06:53 AM

I like the stock one that comes with the 1M

v1k0d3n · 07-27-2011, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by rogbmw

I like the stock one that comes with the 1M

I do too...I love it actually. But after a couple of years, the leather starts to wear and it just feels "squishy". After you have a duracron or titanium shift knob you'll never want another leather shift knob. You just feel so connected with the transmission and the car overall! i guess since there aren't a lot of great options out there, i'll go with the performance shift knob and a short shift kit. i really wish there were more options out there to choose from!

KIYO · 07-27-2011, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Sealobo

then... what is that attached wiring for?

The car in the pic is not an 1M.

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Dan Parker Major 77 Rep 1,421 Posts Drives: 2012 Golf R Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	Not illuminated. __________________ Dan Parker
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lhsa Second Lieutenant 18 Rep 255 Posts Drives: kia Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NW iTrader: (0)	please don't take this personally rich, but that's a really strange design. i can't really say it doesn't work without testing it on a car, but it's aesthetically lacking.
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v1k0d3n Captain 92 Rep 965 Posts Drives: M2C /// (and x3 for the wife) Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (0)	i didn't want to be the first one to say it...but yeah, I'm not really liking the look of that shift knob. besides the 5 gear layout, it looks like something that is more fitting on a camaro (transformer-ish).
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