CasopoliS Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 Ok so the momo shift knob for the LGT has the lip for the boot on it. It also has a threaded insert inside (M12 x 1.25?). Will our shift knob fit in other Subarus? With the shift boot lip? Is theread spec / thread depth the same? I have designed a shift knob for our LGT and want to know what my market is. Thanks guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasopoliS Posted September 22, 2006 Author Share Posted September 22, 2006 damn I think I found my answer http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=864322 maybe this was a wasted thread. w00t I just noticed I hit 2k posts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 w00t I just noticed I hit 2k posts. congrats. bosco Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fast05 Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 Im in for a new knob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasopoliS Posted September 22, 2006 Author Share Posted September 22, 2006 Yea I am seracing around to see what a good Subaru shift knob goes for. Any thoughts on this? It's lip matches dead on with stock subaru knobs, and it is Delrin which should provide about the weight of stock, but no more hot / cold conditions. Black will be the only colro available. Understanding this, what do you think a knob like this is worth? (pics to come) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGT Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 $50-75 seems to be the sweet spot. Over that, you get into Momo territory. The JDM/EDM/UKDM Subaru knobs go for $75-150 depending on what they are and who's selling them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fast05 Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 I wouldn’t mind a little heavier than stock and shorter than the stock one pictured here: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/Hank3/knob.jpg as for price how much does it cost you to make? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praedet Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 Yeah, I would pay a little more for a knob if it has greater heft. Put a lead counterweight in it! Ted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGT Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 I actually sourced the tools to do this. Ladle, torch, etc. Just need to decide whether to do real lead (hazardous), or something like tin they sell at hobby shops. My Solberg knob has a plastic insert for teh threading and boot retention. Take it out, cut it down a bit, and fill the top with lead/tin, then reinsert the plastic piece with some cyanoacrylate to hold it in place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasopoliS Posted September 22, 2006 Author Share Posted September 22, 2006 We will see about the weight. I think I like the stock weight, but want more feedback from the gears. Delrin should provide this without worrying about hot / cold situations. It would be tough to put a slug of material in - the entire knob is made in two steps. I would be below the $50 mark for a GB probably. Closer to kartboy pricing, but not made out of aluminum. Delrin is a more expensive material but I think has more 'pros' than other materials. A Delrin knob GB was on nabisco and they sold for $55 and I am not sure if that included shipping. That knob did NOT have the lip for the boot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGT Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 I assume the blank is shaped outside, then inside (meaning no compled internal shape). Not sure of the density or heat tolerance of Delrin, but you could use the same techniqe I mentioned above (just design in extra space above where the threads need to be) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasopoliS Posted September 22, 2006 Author Share Posted September 22, 2006 Material Delrin Plain Back Shape Rod Length Cut-to-Length Maximum Continuous Length - 5' Diameter - 2" Opaque Black Operating Temperature Range -40° to +185° F Performance Characteristic High Tensile Strength and Flame Retardant Tensile Strength 10,000 psi Impact Strength 2.3 ft.-lbs./in. Tolerance Standard Hardness Rockwell R: 120 Specifications Met Underwriters Laboratories (UL) UL Rating UL 94HB The one on the far left is my design. http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/5503/shiftknobspp6.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGT Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 melting point is what I'm asking about, though a foot long black shift knob would be an interesting gag gift. <plots a dastardly plan> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasopoliS Posted September 22, 2006 Author Share Posted September 22, 2006 Just got the prototype knob. Its hawt. Straight out of the machine it looks wonderful. The diameter is perfect. Pics to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasopoliS Posted September 22, 2006 Author Share Posted September 22, 2006 Pictures: http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showpost.php?p=774969&postcount=46 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fast05 Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 melting point is what I'm asking about, though a foot long black shift knob would be an interesting gag gift. <plots a dastardly plan> I thought about using a beer handle like this would be cool http://i20.ebayimg.com/01/i/08/61/e6/b7_1.JPG only a good beer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGT Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 I was thinking of something a bit more phallic to swap onto someone's car at the next meat <devil> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fast05 Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 I was thinking of something a bit more phallic to swap onto someone's car at the next meat <devil> Like this http://www.b3tards.com/uploads/dildo-joystick.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praedet Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 Excellent, now look into the weight thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasopoliS Posted September 23, 2006 Author Share Posted September 23, 2006 Installed pics http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showpost.php?p=776147&postcount=67 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasopoliS Posted October 3, 2006 Author Share Posted October 3, 2006 Newest design (though I love the feel of my current knob). http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showpost.php?p=793043&postcount=73 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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