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    Non-metal, non-spherical shift knob?

    Looking for a shift knob about the same size as OE, but non-metallic on the outside. Not a fan of spheres, I grab from the side. Weighted would also be nice.

    Tired of hot-to-the-touch shifters that are short, reflective, and clumsy. Simple and clean, preferred.

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    http://www.retromoderngroup.com/shop...&product_id=98

    He might do a more custom shape on request
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    That knob is so classy. I love it.

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    Non-metal, non-spherical shift knob?

    Nice. Looking for something track-oriented, though.

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    Quote Originally Posted by tsingson View Post
    That knob is so classy. I love it.
    I had the privilege of watching him make one recently, really a lot of care & craftsmanship goes into it
    `89 NA build: 二回目 My (defunct) `92 NA build: Ruckkehr

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    MS carbon


    For something less fancy, there's a bunch of delrin knobs out there.

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    the ms "carbon" knob looks nice, but its lighter than even the stock shift knob.

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    You might look for a Nardi wood SE shift knob from an NB. They have a great heft, are stock shaped, and are... wood.

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    There are a few delrin knobs on the market. I think some have a metal insert to give it a more weighted feel...
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    I have a Techno Toy Tuning delrin JGTC knob. I love it so much! It's light, reflects heat (my shifter turret gets extremely hot when racing, or on long summer trips in Texas), looks great, apparently doesn't wear out, and always is clean because it's non-porous

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    AutoExe CF Knob...I have one I'd be glad to let you test out...all time favorite piece...very close to OE shape and size, bit larger and NEVER gets hot...still has great weight and all...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Circuit Dreaming View Post
    I have a Techno Toy Tuning delrin JGTC knob. I love it so much! It's light, reflects heat (my shifter turret gets extremely hot when racing, or on long summer trips in Texas), looks great, apparently doesn't wear out, and always is clean because it's non-porous
    That's the one. Ordered. Thanks!

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    GarageStar is making new Delrin shift knobs, check his website

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    I have a white delrin knob in Cool Whip, and I like it even though i am a fan of VooDoo's too.
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