07-25-2011, 08:30 AM | #1 |
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Shift knob options for the 1M
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? |
07-25-2011, 09:36 AM | #2 |
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How about the BMW Performance shift knob (the one in the left)?
It's not illuminated though. Last edited by KIYO; 07-27-2011 at 09:13 AM.. |
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07-25-2011, 02:06 PM | #5 |
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Is the stock shifter illuminated? Anyone got a pic?
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07-25-2011, 02:07 PM | #6 |
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07-25-2011, 06:11 PM | #9 |
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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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07-25-2011, 06:38 PM | #10 |
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07-25-2011, 06:54 PM | #11 |
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07-25-2011, 07:18 PM | #12 |
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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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07-25-2011, 07:33 PM | #13 |
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+1 Really needs to be BMW'ish design.
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07-25-2011, 08:56 PM | #14 |
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07-27-2011, 08:00 AM | #21 |
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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!
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