Shift knob wont budge! 88' na
 

I have the 88' vert na, and I'm trying to replace the shift knob. I know that there is a lock thing on it with the two flat spots on each side right under the original knob, but how am I supposed to take that off or unloosen it? I've been using some vise grips and turning the crap out of it but it just wont budge..Do I need to hold the knob and turn that lock thing the opposite way?

NOTE: I have bad shifter bushings, I feel like I'm going to break something because the whole thing twists with it.

Put a wrench on that locking thing with the Flat spots.While holding the wrench tight,Turn the Shifter knob counter-clockwise.

I feel your pain! My new FC came w a 3 piece "RAZO" wood knob. Things junk. I hope I can get it off!!

I thought u had to unlock the flat part somehow or u would just mess up the threads?

didn't try it yet did you?
If that part is at the bottom of the threaded portion,where is it gonna go??Can't go down,there are no threads/Can't go up the knob is in the road.
You need to grasp the shifter on the "collared part" with a wrench and turn the knob.

I'm having the same problem with my 85. I want to replace the boot, but the knob seems to be on super tight and I don't want to force it. I don't see any "flat Spots" on this OEM knob to put a wrench on.