Shiftknobs: Nismo GT vs Greddy (ball)

[nismoskyz]

--Here are some shiftknob weights pulled from pg 2 of this thread, for anyone that might want to know--
For Reference:
340g = 0.75 lbs. = weight of a full (12 oz) soda can

440g - Skunk2
375g - Razo RA120
365g - Greddy Ball Type SH
362g - Blaze
340g - Fairlady Z32----

http://www.projectnissan.com/shopping/pc/catalog/nismo/nmo-shiftKnobRubber.jpg

http://www.projectnissan.com/shopping/pc/catalog/greddy/gre-shiftknobCunt.jpg

Which do you prefer and why?

There's only a $10 price difference... both are counterweighted.

I think the main thing the nismo has going for it is that it won't get burning hot?


///also, currently have this:
http://www.thenismoshop.com/items/it-32865-RN304.jpg

How do you think the GT and Greddy would compare?
I am dissatisfied with the grabbing position, as well as how hot it can get.

[RPS13-604]

i have the same shift knob as your's i find the position of the grip is fine but only downfall is when you park your car and let it sit for like 30min-1hr in the heat it does get very hot to touch. I'd looking into the nismo resin shift knob.

[codunc]

i have the nismo gt and its the best shift knob ever.
that greddy knob is kind of ugly imo

[BustedS13]

nismo gt looks all business
that greddy one just looks like cheap 90's ebay shit

[Psycho 240 Freak]

I also have the nismo gt and I love the way it feels. The material makes for a good grip. It doesn't get slippery when my hands are sweaty. Doesn't get hot on hot days. It has a good weight to it. There's also a screw on top to ensure that the shifter won't ever come loose. Plus it has a simple yet sporty look to it.

[captainfalco]

I have the greddy, nice to drive with, there is some good weight to it. It does get hot though, so I take it off when I get to work and set it aside for the day or put it in the freezer haha.

[slider2828]

You guys should look a JDM company called blaze... I have one of their shift knobs and its weight 362 grams. It looks and feels awesome especially with short shifter rattle. Also really helps getting into gear...

[specialk2003]

I HAD the Nismo GT knob, and LOVED it. Only reason I got rid of it was that the outer part (rubber or whatever it is) came detatched from the metal center part. Not sure how long it was in the car because it was in the car when I bought it. It did last at least 2 1/2 years (how long I've owned the car). I would recommend it over the Greddy knob though. Just want to give you a heads up on what will happen to it in the future.

[upSLIDEdown]

Yeah, my GT Knob is cool, but the outer rubber part isn't connected to the inner part. I got it used, so I don't know if it was originally attached, but it's not now. lol

I really wish it was heavier. It doesn't feel like it's as heavy as the stock knob. I'm gonna get something a bit heavier eventually.

Mo heavy = mo betta

[white2abbit]

I like the Razo balls.

[94_240sx]

I have Nismo GT Titanium knob and love to death. I've tried several different knobs, but it's the best so far.

[INeedNewTires]

nismo FTW, i have the Leather one and its perfect. feels great, fits great, doesnt get hot, looks good, the whole deal. http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee309/ineednewtires/S14a%20Pics/DSCN2970.jpg

[Z33dori]

I have Nismo GT Titanium knob and love to death. I've tried several different knobs, but it's the best so far.


same here... i would like something of the same design but heavier


when i 1st put it in i would fuck up slamming gears b/c how light it was compared to stock.


wouldn't mine trying the GT one

[YoungGun]

I have the greddy counterweight one pictured.

Pretty cool.

[Kuzumi]

i have the greddy ball one. i love the way it feels in my hand. :)

[94_240sx]

same here... i would like something of the same design but heavier


when i 1st put it in i would fuck up slamming gears b/c how light it was compared to stock.


wouldn't mine trying the GT one

Do you have GT Titanium knob? It's not that light. It's prety heavy considering its size.

[Om1kron]

both suck, /thread.

spend your money on upgrading your alarm.

[Z33dori]

Do you have GT Titanium knob? It's not that light. It's prety heavy considering its size.

http://c2.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/34/l_804e5b7cf9d33258728f9c93e5f46a99.jpg

this Ti one... it uber light ...

[DJ_Sunrise]

Just like I need tires, I have the leather nismo one. I want to try a Tomei Duracon. Both keep cool without problem.

-Bart

[DreamN]

i <3 my Nismo Duracon shift knob :D

[JayDee M Rolly]

i <3 my Nismo Duracon shift knob :D
yeppppppppppp, i wish i got mine in white

[DreamN]

I got white :bigok:

[94_240sx]

http://c2.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/34/l_804e5b7cf9d33258728f9c93e5f46a99.jpg

this Ti one... it uber light ...

This is Titanium GT shift knob, and it's heavy.
http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/nismo_sk_gt_ti.jpg

[chrisa]

NISMO GT all the way, i've put in in all 4 S13's i have owned.

[fromxtor]

Neither...get a DSG knob. Parts: DSG Delrin Shift Knob (http://www.dentsport.com/parts/parts-dsg-delrin-shift-knob/)

http://www.dentsport.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/dsgshiftknob.jpg

[swayray]

nismo FTW, i have the Leather one and its perfect. feels great, fits great, doesnt get hot, looks good, the whole deal. http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee309/ineednewtires/S14a%20Pics/DSCN2970.jpg

If you like that nismo leather knob, you'll like this one too:

http://photos.thenismoshop.com/32865-vp100.jpg

Its off of a JDM Z32 Fairlady Z and has 12 oz. of counter weight. I also love how it matches well with my nardi deep corn w/ red stitching.... and it only costs $45.

[Aoshi112]

I have the Nismo GT in my s13 and really like it. But as someone else posted, the rubber did eventually separate from the metal part of the knob. I really liked it because it never got hot in the summer and had a nice feel to it.

[DeadlyZ33]

I have a rubber GT knob too and so far so good. I spent like 38$ on it too, so worth the money. Have to get use to it at first tho, wasnt used to holding it from the side.

[azndoc]

I have the Greddy counterweight one.

I love it.

[veeates36]

NISMO GT.. Comfort and function all in a great looking product. End of thread.

[bigs]

I have the Nismo GT, and it's not heavy at all. It looks nice though.

[Rittmeister]

I had a Greddy but didn't like it - I found the chrome finish to be slippery, especially in cold weather when I had gloves on. YMMV. I've never tried the GT but I imagine it'd be decent. I've developed a dislike for metal knobs, especially in summer.

I have tried a bunch of shift knobs in my car, but always come back to the Nismo leather knob...

[nismoskyz]

Okay so it seems the general consensus is that the GT is better, although I'm sure that in the end it comes out to personal preference..

but some of you are saying the GT isn't really that heavy?

Does anyone know if the rubber nismo GT is significantly lighter than the titanium GT?

[nismoskyz]

both suck, /thread.

spend your money on upgrading your alarm.

If both suck, then what do you suggest?


//Why so serious?

[zugoi]

its a fucking shift knob. Like it really makes a difference which you get. If your looking for opinions whats the point when everyone will tell you they like the other one. Its up to you since your gunna be using it.


I cant believe alot of you guys are actually replying with your answers. There are other post out there for example. Ask which brake pads are better and most you guys give the same answer i just did.

[hippo_chips]

Neither...get a DSG knob. Parts: DSG Delrin Shift Knob (http://www.dentsport.com/parts/parts-dsg-delrin-shift-knob/)
I second that! Love it.

[NiSilS14]

If you want heavy get a skunk 2 knob. Just about one of the heaviest shift knobs. I hear you can huck them little kids too.
http://www.tasauto.com/Product/images/710080.jpg

[cc4usmc]

I cant believe alot of you guys are actually replying with your answers. There are other post out there for example. Ask which brake pads are better and most you guys give the same answer i just did.

That's because this is an easy subject. I'm sure as far as brake pads are concerned, most people make their decision based what the general consensus says and not with their own experience/knowledge. But with shift knobs, it either fells good or it doesn't.

[JeremyR]

i have a nismo gt as well

wish it was a bit heaver. but hey, looks are more important, right?

[zugoi]

That's because this is an easy subject. I'm sure as far as brake pads are concerned, most people make their decision based what the general consensus says and not with their own experience/knowledge. But with shift knobs, it either fells good or it doesn't.


i was using the idea of brakes as an example... I agree brakes are something where we need user feedback. Im saying a good topic like brakes is brushed off but HEY WHICH SHIFT KNOB IS MORE JDM and which should i buy, has people contributing. it just kind of makes it look like there are some hypocrites here

[SpuGen]

I have the polished aluminum one.
I rikey, but my hand slips off of it when I'm being awesome.

How is heavier better?

[cc4usmc]

i was using the idea of brakes as an example... .....

I wasn't attacking your post, fyi. I was merely stating my opinion as to why that's done. There are only a handful of members here who have any real information and choose to share it.

[nismoskyz]

hey that DSG one actually looks pretty decent. I like the shape of it, the material looks like it wont scald you... I just wish I could actually hold it before I purchase...

/no this wasn't a thread for the most JDM shiftknob, i just wanted user opinion/feedback on the functionality of the ones I mentioned.
The nismo shiftknob I currently have is JDM enough.. but IMO it's definitely not the best shiftknob out there.. so idk where you're getting the whole JDM thing.


Thanks to all those that replied

[nismoskyz]

I'm trying to collect some of the weight-specs on these shiftknobs. Does a list like this exist already?

Here's what I have so far:

For Reference:
350g = 0.77 lbs.

440g - Skunk2
383g - Greddy Ball
375g - Razo RA120
362g - Blaze
340g - Fairlady Z32

of course, weight's not the only factor to consider with a shiftknob, but I just thought it'd be nice to have the specs collected.

[NiSilS14]

the skunk2 knob weighs in at 440 grams

[ILoveJDM]

nismo FTW, i have the Leather one and its perfect. feels great, fits great, doesnt get hot, looks good, the whole deal.

i have this one too. i bought it for my first 240, and it since has made it way through all of my s chassis because i love it so much.

[nismoskyz]

for the record, if anyone's in this same situation, I ended up picking up a used Greddy ball Type SH and I love it. I found it's much smaller than it seems to be in pictures and much heavier than I expected it to be.

My old nismo feels like a feather compared to this thing. The shape of the knob is very comfortable and my shifts are much more solid and smooth now.

thanks to everyone for their input.

[Schermer]

I love how people care about the weight of a shift knob. Take a shit before getting on the track and you'll make up for 10 shift knobs.

[upSLIDEdown]

Douchebag.


A heavier knob makes shifting easier, smoother, and less notchy feeling than a featherweight knob.


They're not talking about weight savings.

[Schermer]

Douchebag.


A heavier knob makes shifting easier, smoother, and less notchy feeling than a featherweight knob.


They're not talking about weight savings.

Don't mind me, just talking out my ass.

:D

[dizguy]

Nismo GT ftw really, doesnt get scorching hot under the sun, and has a good look and feel to it.

Or...
http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu223/sonofsam88/craftsmansn.jpg
http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu223/sonofsam88/craftsmansn3.jpg

[420sx]

just get whatever. its a knob.

you are asking a question of 1 vs 2. get what you like versus everyone else's opinion.

this is my knew knob. very comfy. goes great with 5.0 shifter too.

http://image.gmhightechperformance.com/f/features/10375936+pinline_medium/0811gmhtp_07_z+2002_chevy_camaro_ss+shifter_knob.j pg

[civilized_drifter]

the rubber gt one that i have broke after 6 months, the rubber part came completely off

[BLKS13]

GT is awesome!

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g113/EventCov/inetrior03.jpg

[LA_phantom_240]

Nismo GT ftw really, doesnt get scorching hot under the sun, and has a good look and feel to it.

Or...
http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu223/sonofsam88/craftsmansn.jpg
http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu223/sonofsam88/craftsmansn3.jpg

Shift knob of the year. I was considering using a Snap-On... but that craftsman has to be twice the size of the bar I was gonna rob it off of.

[flip3d]

I like the skunk2 knob but it gets damn hot in the sun and it took me a while to get used to the size. It's not big and it's not tiny. Just right.

[huffandpuff00]

try a z32 one, its weighted and leathery. so nice and grippy

[LA_phantom_240]

Am I the only person who likes the chunky clunky stock shifter?

[dizguy]

Shift knob of the year. I was considering using a Snap-On... but that craftsman has to be twice the size of the bar I was gonna rob it off of.

The reason i used the larger one was because i used the lower threaded part of the Nismo GT knob to make this one and i needed the wider diameter to fit the nut. I heated the nut and then pressed it into the handle so it would fit perfectly flush and it did. Ive had it for a couple months and its never come loose.

[!Zar!]

Tomei Duracon.
http://img520.imageshack.us/img520/3769/dsc05460xs4.jpg

[slider2828]

The one on the right is blaze, the one on the left is snap-on jdm only.... I had some but sold them all...

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c242/gaert/snapon/IMG_1927.jpg

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c242/gaert/snapon/IMG_1928.jpg

[zorak]

Hot.

Tommy Kaira Heavy Baby Heavyweight Shift Knob (http://www.rhdjapan.com/jdm-low/Tommy-Kaira-Heavy-Baby-Heavyweight-Shift-Knob-56384#)

http://www.rhdjapan.com/images/product/56384/Image/Normal/Image6.jpg

[wangan_cruiser]

im using the stock one covered with leather. feels ok.


lmao.

[!Zar!]

Tommy Kaira is a nice but expensive ass knob.

[randyjordan]

Vertex

makes Nismo knobs feel like tenzo :P

[jspeedm]

nismo FTW, i have the Leather one and its perfect. feels great, fits great, doesnt get hot, looks good, the whole deal. http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee309/ineednewtires/S14a%20Pics/DSCN2970.jpg

i have the same one also, and i love it 100 degrees + outside and you can get in your car, grab your knob, and it's just warm.

[civilized_drifter]

my shift knob=:bs:
it happens then your twisting it on
http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j91/STidragster/black%20hatch/SDC10224.jpg

[bigOdom1]

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u283/odomandr/car/DSCN0533.jpg

phlip snookerball shift knob. its great.

[aoiken3]

ball shifters ftw for me! like the nismo one too tho