6MT Shift Knob Options

SROC3 · 02-19-2016, 11:29 PM

So we all know about the M Perf knob and the 3D Design knob. Are there any other ones out there that you've seen or used personally? I have the M Perf one and its....well...kinda stubby and my hand does not rest comfortably on it. Then my shift from 1st to 2nd involves me having to wrap my hand round it from the side, so when I shift back into second I can't just flick my wrist back (if I were resting my hand on top I would be able to) but have to shift my whole arm backwards, causing my elbow to contact the side bolster of my chair.

Any ideas or suggestions? (On new knobs, not shifting techniques).

x.shell · 02-20-2016, 12:17 AM

I'm ordering a custom designed knob from Flossy. I know they're more the FRS/BRZ/STI crowd, but I like the ball knobs.

JN1 · 02-20-2016, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by exo

I'm ordering a custom designed knob from Flossy. I know they're more the FRS/BRZ/STI crowd, but I like the ball knobs.

Is that weighted? I need to find something that's weighted and fits our interiors well.

x.shell · 02-20-2016, 02:27 AM

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Is that weighted? I need to find something that's weighted and fits our interiors well.

Yeah it's weighted. They have lots of different weights. In the ball version it's something like 220 gram or 500 gram. They might have more weights; I'm not sure. I might order a yellow one or a blue one. It's pretty cheap at $100. And custom designs are only $10 extra. The fidelity of the laser etching looks pretty good.

More on their instagram. https://www.instagram.com/keep_it_flossy/

swagon · 02-20-2016, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by SROC3

So we all know about the M Perf knob and the 3D Design knob. Are there any other ones out there that you've seen or used personally? I have the M Perf one and its....well...kinda stubby and my hand does not rest comfortably on it. Then my shift from 1st to 2nd involves me having to wrap my hand round it from the side, so when I shift back into second I can't just flick my wrist back (if I were resting my hand on top I would be able to) but have to shift my whole arm backwards, causing my elbow to contact the side bolster of my chair.

Any ideas or suggestions? (On new knobs, not shifting techniques).

What was wrong about the stock knob?

What about this?

SROC3 · 02-20-2016, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by swagon

What was wrong about the stock knob?

What about this?

Hmmmmm.......I had that one in my 335i long ago....I can't remember if it's shorter than the original, illiminated M-knob that comes in the car right now. Is it?

But I guess if I got that then I would have to cut out the knob and remove the boot, replacing it with one that fits - since the boot shape won't be for the F8x

swagon · 02-20-2016, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by SROC3

Hmmmmm.......I had that one in my 335i long ago....I can't remember if it's shorter than the original knob that comes in the car right now. Is it?

I can measure it for you; could make a comparo if someone measured their stock F80 knob.

I believe the F80 is the same as the ZHP knob, isn't it?

catch · 02-26-2016, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by swagon

What was wrong about the stock knob?

What about this?

If there was a way to make this one work Id be interested. I LOVED this in my old 335

F80 M Freak · 02-29-2016, 12:57 AM

the m performance one looks nice too

http://ind-distribution.com/ind/bran...titch-boot-set

x.shell · 02-29-2016, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by F80 M Freak

the m performance one looks nice too

http://ind-distribution.com/ind/bran...titch-boot-set

Original post below.

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Originally Posted by SROC3

So we all know about the M Perf knob and the 3D Design knob. Are there any other ones out there that you've seen or used personally? I have the M Perf one and its....well...kinda stubby and my hand does not rest comfortably on it.
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Any ideas or suggestions? (On new knobs, not shifting techniques).

F80 M Freak · 02-29-2016, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by exo

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Originally Posted by F80 M Freak

the m performance one looks nice too

http://ind-distribution.com/ind/bran...titch-boot-set

Original post below.

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Originally Posted by SROC3

So we all know about the M Perf knob and the 3D Design knob. Are there any other ones out there that you've seen or used personally? I have the M Perf one and its....well...kinda stubby and my hand does not rest comfortably on it.
...
Any ideas or suggestions? (On new knobs, not shifting techniques).

So it's too short?

SROC3 · 03-01-2016, 11:54 PM

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So it's too short?

The short part is good. It's the shape I have an issue with at times. I'm technically 85% satisfied with it right now. I'm just always looking to improve on it.

boss2k · 04-01-2016, 02:01 PM

Any other recommendations , i have the M perf one and want a better weighted one, more roundish in design.

x.shell · 04-01-2016, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by boss2k

Any other recommendations , i have the M perf one and want a better weighted one, more roundish in design.

I got my Flossy knob but they took longer than they stated. And they ended up sending me the wrong insert (13mm instead of 14mm). Supposedly, the correct insert is on it's way in the mail.

For now, I removed the insert and wrapped my shaft with electric tape and then jammed the Flossy know on the shaft. It's heavy weighted at 500 grams and it feels great. The quality is also good.

x.shell · 04-01-2016, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by boss2k

Any other recommendations , i have the M perf one and want a better weighted one, more roundish in design.

These guys also make them for BMWs. Raceseng.

http://www.raceseng.com/products/shi...6-speed-manual

This Raceseng Slammer one is over 600 grams and pretty roundish.

boss2k · 04-01-2016, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by exo-shell

These guys also make them for BMWs. Raceseng.

http://www.raceseng.com/products/shi...6-speed-manual

This Raceseng Slammer one is over 600 grams and pretty roundish.

which one did you get?

x.shell · 04-01-2016, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by boss2k

which one did you get?

I got a custom engraved knob from Flossy.
http://www.shopflossy.com/collections/shift-knobs

The Flossy knobs are pretty cheap.

SROC3 · 04-01-2016, 03:15 PM

Man.....this one is NICE

http://www.raceseng.com/ashiko-shift...6-speed-manual

Anyone know a good place for cheap boots in alcantara?

mrrm3 · 04-01-2016, 06:28 PM

This knob is awesome. It is perfectly weighted and the throws are incredibly short w/ UUC's SSK.

Still working on a custom boot.

x.shell · 04-01-2016, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by mrrm3

This knob is awesome. It is perfectly weighted and the throws are incredibly short w/ UUC's SSK.

Still working on a custom boot.

Which one is that? The insert adapter is huge/tall!

x.shell · 04-03-2016, 07:19 PM

Here's my Flossy knob installed.

The knob feels great. It's about 2" in diameter. It's cool to the touch even after sitting out in the burning sun these past two days. All in all, the product itself is quite good. Would I order from Flossy again? Maybe.

Anyways, here's an animated GIF of my knob.

boss2k · 04-03-2016, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by exo-shell

Here's my Flossy knob installed.

The knob feels great. It's about 2" in diameter. It's cool to the touch even after sitting out in the burning sun these past two days. All in all, the product itself is quite good. Would I order from Flossy again? Maybe.

Anyways, here's an animated GIF of my knob.

Looks great..is it weighted and can you have the 6 sad pattern embedded in it. Which one did you buy exactly as three are quite a few in the website

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SROC3 The limit of adhesion is my home. 1702 Rep 3,778 Posts Drives: Like a Boss. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: three.one.zero iTrader: (1)	6MT Shift Knob Options So we all know about the M Perf knob and the 3D Design knob. Are there any other ones out there that you've seen or used personally? I have the M Perf one and its....well...kinda stubby and my hand does not rest comfortably on it. Then my shift from 1st to 2nd involves me having to wrap my hand round it from the side, so when I shift back into second I can't just flick my wrist back (if I were resting my hand on top I would be able to) but have to shift my whole arm backwards, causing my elbow to contact the side bolster of my chair. Any ideas or suggestions? (On new knobs, not shifting techniques). __________________ 2019 X3 xDrive30i Glacier Silver \| Cognac w/ Fine Cove \| MSport \| Premium \| Dynamic Handling PKG \| Drive Assist \| HK w/ Bavsound Upgrade \|
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