TWM Shiftknobs are nice and HEAVY

[Xanth]

Just got my shift knob from TWM performance. I had a Kartboy STS but the lever just seem too damn tall. I tried some aftermarket shift knobs but since our factory unit is weighted none of them seemed right. Enter TWM performance, just got the "Bombshell" model in gun blue, weighs in at a nice 590 grams.

http://www.twmshiftknobs.com/shiftknobs/images/bombshellshiftknob.jpg

Here is the best part, they have this feature they call NTIS short for Nylon Threaded Insert System thats friggin great. The hard nylon insert is of top notch quality and is threaded internally and externally. It threads just like the factory knob.
But the best part; since the threaded interior extends almost all the way to the top of the knob you can make your shifter about 2" shorter than stock just by not installing the height selection screw. You just use the included tool to thread the nylon insert all the way to the top and install. Instant short throw shifter. The crazy weight on this thing helps compensate for the decreased leverage. I must say, definately one of the best purchases I have made.

http://www.twmshiftknobs.com/column/images/ntis_cut.jpg

[MDork]

TTIWWP

Ive been thinking of getting one of their knobs after someone posted a pic of the satin cue ball. the bombshell looks redorkulously cool but i was worried about it being too tall. any pics next to stock? any pics at all would be cool.

[Xanth]

My camera us phuked, I will snap some with the treo in a minute.

[MDork]

thanks...glad to see someone with this knob...ive always liked the bombshell and am glad they are using NTIS with it (used to be set screws only)

[MDork]

oh and how did you secure the boot to the knob? im thinking of getting a shorter boot as well (also have kartboy)

[BLACKonBLACK Limited]

oh and how did you secure the boot to the knob?

[Xanth]

The shifter is so short now I did not bother securing the boot. It has not been an issue. So this picture looks like ass, its too dark for the mighty treo. The stock knob seems to have grown legs and walked away, or my brother took it, one or the other.

[MDork]

crappy pic but helps a lot. im realizing that the height of all their shifters makes no difference since on all you can screw the thing all the way on meaning a knob will be the same height but the distance it reaches down the lever itself will change.

hmmm.....what finish to order....

edit: ps...sorry cas...i may get your delrin knob someday when its finished but this thing is calling my name

[Xanth]

Exactly. I'll tell you the fit and finish the thses things is awesome. Love purchasing made in america, as long as its not a car, damn, already did that :)

[MDork]

just ordered a satin bombshell...thanks again for the info!

[BLACKonBLACK Limited]

just ordered a satin bombshell...thanks again for the info!


same here :icon_bigg

[Deer Killer]

looks... cold ;)

[BLACKonBLACK Limited]

I dont drive around with my hands all over me knob.

quick shifts baby :lol:

[Xanth]

I'll tell you what, it only gets to around 30 here in florida but damn. The mass is so great that by the time I get to work about 10 min later, shits still cold. The summer is going to be interesting, like hot potato. Think of it as a quick shift trainer...

[MDork]

norcal + garage = not worried about it

[CasopoliS]

looks like a sex toy

[BLACKonBLACK Limited]

:lol:

[NickB34]

Any chance on getting a better picture? I want to see what it looks like without connecting the boot, but looks like a very cool find. I have been thinking about taking the hacksaw to my shifter and threading it lower, but this may be right up my alley with no tools involved :)

[MDork]

Ill take some pics when I get mine. I called today because it hadn't shipped yet...they found the order and sent it 3 day select so hopefully it'll arrive Friday.

[Deer Killer]

..if they covered this with leather *shrug*

[ChaseME]

I've got this TWM on my Legacy. Love it, full 1lb!

http://pages.videotron.ca/chaseme/shift.jpg

[gianspi]

You got me all excited. I thought, "Hey, this will be a shorter throw and cheaper than a $135 Cobb STS." So I went to the website to order the knob...

$100 for a shift knob? :icon_mad:

[ChaseME]

It's worth the $. I had been through 4 knobs before this one. It's the only one I can stand to drive with. The build/install quality and shift feel is well worth the $.

[BLACKonBLACK Limited]

Got mine today and installed it. Really nice piece.

[Xanth]

It really is a nice piece. Can't say enough about the quality and the sheer mass of the damn things. Glad you all like it.

[MDork]

Got mine today and installed it. Really nice piece.

dammit

[MDork]

just checked and ups effed up. new delivery is 1/8. bastards.

[MDork]

ups redeemed themselves and delivered the knob today. satin finish is an almost perfect match for the interior and i love the shape of the knob. boot follows the knob perfectly without the collar. shifts are ridiculously short now but much smoother. definitely a good purchase. ill take pics tomorrow

[MDork]

After driving a bit today I have to say this knob is incredible. Its amazingly comfortable and matches the car well. Shifts feel much smoother. TWM FTW.

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