Anyone install a different shifter knob on a 5-speed?

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cohocarl
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Anyone install a different shifter knob on a 5-speed?

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Just wondering if anyone has replaced their boring 5-speed shifter knob with an aftermarket knob. Thanks,Carl
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Re: Anyone install a different shifter knob on a 5-speed? (cohocarl)

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I did.And it looks much better than the factory one.I wish i have a camera and i can post some pictures.It is chrome and leather combinations.And it is very comfortable. http://www.mach3accessories.com/shift_knobs/sk4_12.html
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Re: Anyone install a different shifter knob on a 5-speed? (MrRich)

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Very nice knob.... good choice
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Re: Anyone install a different shifter knob on a 5-speed? (cohocarl)

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http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=855 ... if you haven't already seen it.
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Re: Anyone install a different shifter knob on a 5-speed? (NSimkins)

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Yes I did.

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Re: Anyone install a different shifter knob on a 5-speed? (cohocarl)

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Yeh i did Dont laugh i got one at Walmart Chrome with acarbon fiber look.Looks better than the stock one
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Re: Anyone install a different shifter knob on a 5-speed? (rubberman)

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I had to make few change on the shifter pin to adjust the leather with the new shifter knob. The stock one is about 1 inch longer then my new one. I had to change the position of the pin who hold the leather.
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