Replacement shift knob?
#1
Replacement shift knob?
For those of you with the correct number of pedals in your car, have you changed your shift knob?
I've been driving stick exclusively for 10+ years now, and the F-Type is the first car I've had with the stock knob.
I'd prefer a big weighted ball... but I haven't seen anyone else change theirs.
Post your knobs, people!
I've been driving stick exclusively for 10+ years now, and the F-Type is the first car I've had with the stock knob.
I'd prefer a big weighted ball... but I haven't seen anyone else change theirs.
Post your knobs, people!
#2
For those of you with the correct number of pedals in your car, have you changed your shift knob?
I've been driving stick exclusively for 10+ years now, and the F-Type is the first car I've had with the stock knob.
I'd prefer a big weighted ball... but I haven't seen anyone else change theirs.
Post your knobs, people!
I've been driving stick exclusively for 10+ years now, and the F-Type is the first car I've had with the stock knob.
I'd prefer a big weighted ball... but I haven't seen anyone else change theirs.
Post your knobs, people!
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jfranks (12-27-2016)
#3
That's what I was afraid of. I was hoping that since it's the same trans as in the BMW 1, 2, and 3 series, that aftermarket options would be plentiful.
A short throw shifter would be nice. After my Mustang's toggle-like shifter, the F-Type's feels like shifting a bus by comparison.
A short throw shifter would be nice. After my Mustang's toggle-like shifter, the F-Type's feels like shifting a bus by comparison.
Last edited by jfranks; 12-27-2016 at 04:08 PM.
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6speedjag (06-23-2021)
#4
+1. Except in my case I'm comparing it to the 3" throw on my short-shifted MINI. The tranny is indeed the same as that on the 135i, 235i & 335i Beemers, but uses an F-Type proprietary shift linkage rail (bolts onto the back of the tranny) that is much longer than that of the BMW.
#6
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/f...=short+shifter
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AbyJag (12-28-2016)
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TWM replied:
So now I need to figure out how to remove the shift knob and give them the diameter.
We'd be more than happy to help you out. We have a variety of special adapters for BMW's if you can provide us with the diameter of your shifter shaft we may find one that is compatible. We may even be able to machine you a custom adapter.
#9
To remove the knob, pull the boot down just below the bottom of the knob. You may need to use a tool to carefully pry between the bottom of the knob and the top of the boot. That part of the boot actually contains a retaining ring that locks the knob in place. Once you have worked the boot down at least 3/4 of an inch, yank the knob straight up. Try to avoid hitting yourself in the face. After that, you can lift up the base trim of the boot from the console to remove it entirely to have access for measurement. That trim just snaps into place.
Last edited by Unhingd; 12-30-2016 at 10:21 PM.
#10
Attached are a series of photos showing what our shifters look like: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/a...pe-shifter.zip
As you can see, retrofitting a knob to the OEM stick, will be a challenge.
As you can see, retrofitting a knob to the OEM stick, will be a challenge.
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#13
LOL. No, the top of the boot (foreskin) has to be pull down at least 3/4" before you yank your knob. LOL.
#14
http://www.whalenshiftmachine.com/
Last edited by Unhingd; 01-17-2017 at 05:55 PM.
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#16
I have not pursued this issue because I am still trying to get a short shifter made up. That will automatically resolve the knob issue with a new shaft(either straight shaft or threads).
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Mbourne (01-18-2017)
#19
Hi folks, does anyone here know if the carbon fiber shift knob for MT part # T2R24247 will fit the 2016 model FType S?
The part number only provides it as compatible with 2018,2019 years.
The silver on my shift knob is peeling off. Disappointed to see that it’s just a veneer over plastic.
thanks
The part number only provides it as compatible with 2018,2019 years.
The silver on my shift knob is peeling off. Disappointed to see that it’s just a veneer over plastic.
thanks
#20
Hi folks, does anyone here know if the carbon fiber shift knob for MT part # T2R24247 will fit the 2016 model FType S?
The part number only provides it as compatible with 2018,2019 years.
The silver on my shift knob is peeling off. Disappointed to see that it’s just a veneer over plastic.
thanks
The part number only provides it as compatible with 2018,2019 years.
The silver on my shift knob is peeling off. Disappointed to see that it’s just a veneer over plastic.
thanks