In search of the perfect Shift knob this is what I found.....NARDI
08-20-04, 01:15 AM
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In search of the perfect Shift **** this is what I found.....NARDI
Since getting my car back on the road and installing a short shifter I wanted to replace my MOMO Cobra shift **** something better.
This is what I found............Nardi Torino. I'm debating on whether to get the short one or the longer one.
Has anyone ever seen one of these in an Rx-7 ?
Also, contemplating on getting a group purchase on these.
This is what I found............Nardi Torino. I'm debating on whether to get the short one or the longer one.
Has anyone ever seen one of these in an Rx-7 ?
Also, contemplating on getting a group purchase on these.
08-20-04, 10:10 AM
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Is it threaded or does it have some cheezy "universal fit" adapter?
The last time I had an aluminum shift **** in the car it would heat up something fierce whenever I parked in the sun.
They almost look the same except for the lower extension that the one has.
The last time I had an aluminum shift **** in the car it would heat up something fierce whenever I parked in the sun.
They almost look the same except for the lower extension that the one has.
08-20-04, 10:30 AM
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Many shift ***** (Momo, and it looks like the Nardi pictured) use set screws to hold the **** in place. IMHO, that's WAY cheesy - the **** usually ends up buzzing and rattling, coming off in your hand, etc.
If that is *THE* shift ****, consider one of these -
http://store.miataparts.org/timomiad.html
It's basically a threaded insert for the **** so it's nice and secure.
My favorite **** is Greddy's new ***** - they have both a heavy metal one, and a light plastic one. Simple ball shape. The **** is threaded, so it screws right on and fits GREAT.
Next up are Razo shift *****. I've had a few, and most of the guys around here have as well. They come with a selection of nylon inserts. Each **** has different ways of securing the insert - some have a screw that holds it in, some the body of the **** screws apart for you to put it in. Anyhow, you put the **** on the shift lever, and screw it on - the metal threads on the lever cut threads into the nylon, making for a VERY tight and rattle-free fit.
Dale
If that is *THE* shift ****, consider one of these -
http://store.miataparts.org/timomiad.html
It's basically a threaded insert for the **** so it's nice and secure.
My favorite **** is Greddy's new ***** - they have both a heavy metal one, and a light plastic one. Simple ball shape. The **** is threaded, so it screws right on and fits GREAT.
Next up are Razo shift *****. I've had a few, and most of the guys around here have as well. They come with a selection of nylon inserts. Each **** has different ways of securing the insert - some have a screw that holds it in, some the body of the **** screws apart for you to put it in. Anyhow, you put the **** on the shift lever, and screw it on - the metal threads on the lever cut threads into the nylon, making for a VERY tight and rattle-free fit.
Dale
08-20-04, 11:45 AM
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talk to herblenny (Phil)
I think he has 1 or 2 lighted RX8 shift ***** left from the group buy.
they are awsome! you can't get them here in the states for less than $380 and even then, you have to wait for shipping!
I think he has 1 or 2 lighted RX8 shift ***** left from the group buy.
they are awsome! you can't get them here in the states for less than $380 and even then, you have to wait for shipping!
08-20-04, 12:21 PM
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Just found out that the shorter version is made for "custom" applications. It has a reverse lockout feature for mounting. The longer version is mounted with the allen screws which I'm not too hot about either. I do like the Greddy ball ****, but not too crazy about the greddy shift pattern sticker that goes with it.
08-20-04, 12:37 PM
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i don't like aluminum *****. between the heat that comes from the tranny and the sunlight heating up the ****, you'll never be able to drive it w/o burning your hand.
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08-20-04, 12:45 PM
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Originally Posted by alberto_mg
i don't like aluminum *****. between the heat that comes from the tranny and the sunlight heating up the ****, you'll never be able to drive it w/o burning your hand.
08-20-04, 03:49 PM
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I'd definitely look at some of the metal Razo *****, then.
http://www.cardomain.com/shoplist~b~RAZO~t~Shift+*****
Many of them either have simple shift patterns, or none at all. I think the Greddy logo in Greddy's ***** is pretty understated, though - it's not obnoxious.
Dale
http://www.cardomain.com/shoplist~b~RAZO~t~Shift+*****
Many of them either have simple shift patterns, or none at all. I think the Greddy logo in Greddy's ***** is pretty understated, though - it's not obnoxious.
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08-20-04, 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by onefast3gen
I ordered the greddy
Onefast3gen could you post a pic of it installed when you get it in? Thank you. BTW.......I have a feeling this thread will be moving to the interior section soon.
08-21-04, 05:51 PM
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I've gone through 2 MOMO ***** and I didn't like either of them. The screws would come loose, and after hard shifts, the **** would eventually come loose as well.
The **** I have now is a Razo aluminum R16A I think, and it's worked awesome so far. Hasn't come loose, and there's no rattling at all. Feels really solid, and looks good.
Here's a pic.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...i/PDRM0372.jpg
The **** I have now is a Razo aluminum R16A I think, and it's worked awesome so far. Hasn't come loose, and there's no rattling at all. Feels really solid, and looks good.
Here's a pic.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...i/PDRM0372.jpg
08-25-04, 12:56 PM
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Originally Posted by dcfc3s
Many shift ***** (Momo, and it looks like the Nardi pictured) use set screws to hold the **** in place. IMHO, that's WAY cheesy - the **** usually ends up buzzing and rattling, coming off in your hand, etc.
If that is *THE* shift ****, consider one of these -
http://store.miataparts.org/timomiad.html
It's basically a threaded insert for the **** so it's nice and secure.
Dale
If that is *THE* shift ****, consider one of these -
http://store.miataparts.org/timomiad.html
It's basically a threaded insert for the **** so it's nice and secure.
Dale
Thanks
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08-25-04, 12:59 PM
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The Miatas use the exact same shift lever dimension and thread as the FD - 10mm shaft, 1.5mm thread pitch, I believe. The '89-91 FC's also used this shaft. There's really only 3 different shift lever shaft sizes on Japanese cars, and most automakers have standardized across the line.
Dale
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08-25-04, 01:20 PM
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Originally Posted by dcfc3s
The Miatas use the exact same shift lever dimension and thread as the FD - 10mm shaft, 1.5mm thread pitch, I believe. The '89-91 FC's also used this shaft. There's really only 3 different shift lever shaft sizes on Japanese cars, and most automakers have standardized across the line.
Dale
Dale
Thanks...I'm ordering it as we speak.
08-25-04, 01:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Jxy nyc
mazdaspeed shift **** from jt-imports would be my choice..
08-25-04, 01:27 PM
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I put a carbon fiber & chrome Momo on my Rex a few years ago. It's still there.......but since I live in Tampa, it gets a little too hot to handle....unless you have a spare hanky.
I'm looking for a replacement......may a cobra style all leather?
I'm looking for a replacement......may a cobra style all leather?
08-25-04, 01:33 PM
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That's what I'm looking at as well. I've got a thread up in Interior/Exterior right now about the Wooden Mazdaspeed ****, I'm curious as to what it looks like installed. On one hand I think it would be cool, but on the other, i'm not sure the wood would fit in with the rest of the car.
