Project V50: Shift Knob

While shifting a manual car will feel like second nature once you have mastered the art of driving a stick, a strangely shaped shift knob can make the experience completely foreign.

Some people prefer a long throw of the shifter, making it clear what gear you are in. 

Some people prefer a short throw where a flick of the wrist can change gears.

Some people prefer cylindrical shift knobs which can be grabbed from the side.

Some people prefer spherical shift knobs which can be grabbed from the top.

I have always preferred a round shift knob with a short throw, making it easy to reach down from the steering wheel and quickly snap the car into the next gear. Because I have this round shift knob setup in my C30, my wife has learned to prefer a similar style of gear changes.

The following video shows the process of removing the stock shift knob and easily installing an aftermarket knob in its place.