shift knobs

[kumar]

My stock shift knob is scratched to hell so Im thinking of going with a simple aftermaket round knob.

Are the threads on the GT shifter the same as ones on a Mustang shifter?

Im looking at these knobs http://www.twmshiftknobs.com/shiftknobs/m1abrams-shiftknobs.html and they have a Mustang application and other Ford applications but dont list a GT application on the site (not surpsingly).

Any input would be appreciated.

 

[GT-350 KID]

www.fordgtforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8088&highlight=shifter+threads

This may help.

 

[Howard]

I am now a shift knob expert, having spent 90 seconds replacing mine with a MOMO. All the MOMO's fit and there are dozens to choose from. As a surprise bonus, the MOMO's are drilled deeper than the OEM knob and therefore sit down further on the shaft, if you prefer.

Howard

 

[kumar]

I havent really been able to find a momo I like. Im looking for a simple round knob with a satin finish, pretty close to the stock knob maybe heavier would be nice.

 

[RALPHIE]

I like the ball in the FRPP M-7213-GT, but the included sleeve is a little too long for the FRPP Short Throw Shifter, M-7210-GT. So, I've just used the ball, and put the sleeve away for posterity. The ball is the same as the OEM ball, but chromed and with "FORD GT" milled around the side.

 

[AMB]

Shift Knobs

YES, The GT shifter knob threads are the same as the Mustang !!!:thumbsup

 

[kumar]

YES, The GT shifter knob threads are the same as the Mustang !!!:thumbsup

woohoo. thanks i love u.

 

[BlackICE]

I like the ball in the FRPP M-7213-GT, but the included sleeve is a little too long for the FRPP Short Throw Shifter, M-7210-GT. So, I've just used the ball, and put the sleeve away for posterity. The ball is the same as the OEM ball, but chromed and with "FORD GT" milled around the side.

You could chuck the sleeve in a lathe to shorten it.

 

[Neilda]

I am now a shift knob expert, having spent 90 seconds .......

I'm like this with sex, having spent 90 seconds............. damn, did I just say that out loud? :lol

 

[RALPHIE]

You could chuck the sleeve in a lathe to shorten it.

I was thinking of doing that. But, when I initially installed it as is (it grabs about 2 threads in the ball), I didn't like the proportions of the fatter looking shaft. So, I kept the newer ball without the sleeve which looks nicer to me.

 

[TEXAS GT]

Hi Kumar, here's an option. I bought one but it's lighter than stock and I didn't like the black look. Mine's for sale if anyone wants it. I paid $39.95 plus shipping. I'll take $30 and I'll pay the shipping (in the states) .

BTW, you want a knob thats fits 79 to 2004 Mustangs.


http://monsterknobs.com/fordshiftknobs.html#fordmustang1979to2004

 

[mardyn]

Here's mine... in my opinion, MUCH better than the original.

That OEM chunk of aluminum gets kinda' warm sitting out in the Sun around here...

I finally said "No Mas" and ordered the new one from Summit.

mardyn

 

[kumar]

^ is that the Hurst shifter ball?

 

[TEXAS GT]

Here's mine... in my opinion, MUCH better than the original.

That OEM chunk of aluminum gets kinda' warm sitting out in the Sun around here...

I finally said "No Mas" and ordered the new one from Summit.

mardyn

What's printed on the side?

 

[MAD IN NC]

That OEM chunk of aluminum gets kinda' warm sitting out in the Sun around here...

I finally said "No Mas" and ordered the new one from Summit.

mardyn

ya - no kidding!

I've branded my hand a couple of times already when I park in the sun for a couple of hr's......

 

[mardyn]

Yes, that is a Hurst knob for a Mustang w/ 6 spd.... specially equipped with a theft deterring shift pattern on the top with reverse indicated in the the far upper right position.

and it says Hurst on the side too.

mardyn

 

[kumar]

I have a black Hurst knob in the Z06. not bad

BTW, I ordered one from my original post. Lets see what the quality is like.

 

[TEXAS GT]

Did you get the 24 karat .44 magnum?

 

[MAD IN NC]

Yes, that is a Hurst knob for a Mustang w/ 6 spd.... specially equipped with a theft deterring shift pattern on the top with reverse indicated in the the far upper right position.

and it says Hurst on the side too.

mardyn

OK I get it - shift pattern all reversed..... Let's see - thief blows the clutch after two take offs :rofl LOVE IT!

Can't Move:thumbsup - just hope they don't by choice run it into a wall!

 

[Gimbal]

ya - no kidding!

I've branded my hand a couple of times already when I park in the sun for a couple of hr's......

I've got the opposite problem down here in New Zealand being the middle of winter, the shifter's colder than....well....something very, very cold! And takes forever to warm up. If someone invents an electric shifter warmer put me down for one.