Replacing a Worn Gear Shift Knob, Part 3
Let's finish off this new gear shift knob and install it.
After inserting the threaded shift lever extension, I chucked the knob up in the lathe and used a series of Scotch Brite pads to clean up and smooth out the surface finish. I didn't get it perfectly smooth as I wanted to make this knob look like it's been used for decades. Surface was cleaned with soap and water to remove the sanding residue. Then a spray on clear coat was applied and allowed to dry. If desired, a permanent ink felt pen can be used to color in parts of the shift pattern, I made the "R" red like the factory shift knob.
Then, to install the knob, first screw the threaded end of the insert down tight on the shifter. Then apply some adhesive, such as super glue, epoxy or even construction adhesive, to the outside of the tube and then press the knob down in the desired orientation. This way, the gear shift pattern will be oriented the way you like it.
I really like the feel of this gear shift knob in the hand. It's a very pleasing shape, the rounded top is nice for shifting say from 2-3 or 4-5. Likewise, you can wrap a finger or two under the top to pull back in the shift pattern.
If interested in this shift knob, we can supply the threaded insert if you want to print your own:
https://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/BodyLiftKit.shtml#ManualTransmissions
Or we can 3D print the knob and you can finish it yourself or we can supply a fully finished, ready to install knob, drop a comment or message us for details.
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