I don't understand - Gearshift Knob removal

[Rob4092xx]

I have asked this question before. I want to replace my gearshift knob with a different type.

I tried simply unscrewing the gearshift knob. The problem is the entire boot turns with it.

Members have said to remove the "snap ring" below the knob. I see a chrome ring at the bottom of the knob, but how do I get it off?

A simple step-by-step removal of the knob would be appreciated!

I am going to install an aftermarket knob. How do I keep the boot attached to it so it doesn't slip down?

Thanks!

 

[Moses]

Just push the chrome ring down or stick a screw driver between chrome ring and shift knob and turn the screwdriver to "pry" it off

 

[angus]

just grab the boot at the base of the knob and push down! hard!

 

[Rob4092xx]

I want to replace the knob but don't want to pay $175 at the dealer.

Is there a way to secure the boot and sanp ring to the bottom of an aftermarket gearshift knob?

just grab the boot at the base of the knob and push down! hard!

 

[mlambert890]

What I ended up doing to get a Momo Combat Evo in place (thought this one was the best match for the Momo Jet wheel), was to buy the Dali metal ring thing. I attached that do the chrome shift boot clip, then just screwed the aftermarket head down.

The result is about 2 or three rings of thread visible, so a bit of chrome shows, but it looks pretty good because of the Dali clip. So its chrome/black/chrome/knob and it is pretty clean.

Depending on the knob, you'll usually have to sort of hack something together. Before the combat Evo I had a plain leather Momo knob and that one screwed all the way down.

 

[N-Wing]

This not exactly what you're asking but I just changed to the NSX-R shift lever so I could thread the OEM down further (I personally like that one). I ended up having to drill into the OEM a bit so it could thread further down. I also ended up cutting the NSX-R shifter by about a half inch. Now with the shifter (and short shift kit), I'm very pleased with the look feel and action of the shifter.:biggrin:

 

[DRIFTER]

You remove the old boot by pulling strait down on it. No need to use a screwdriver you could scratch it or the damage the dash.

Get one with a clip on it already. Twist it on and clip the boot in. :smile:

http://www.scienceofspeed.com/produ...X/ScienceofSpeed/shift_knobs/Rapid/tear_drop/

 

[Veleno]

If the chrome ring does not match your new shift knob then remove it. Use a zip tie from underneath to make the hole of the boot tight enough to slip up to your new knob.