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OVRKLL · 08-02-2020, 07:27 PM

Sorry, this post is much longer than I thought it would be.

I purchased a weighted shift knob about 2 weeks ago, and have been driving with it for the past week.
I will leave a link where I purchased it from at the bottom above the pics.

Now I know some of you may disagree, some may agree while others may be on the fence, about a heavier shift knob.

So this is just my experience with weighted shift knobs, and not so much a DIY on how to install. Although I will mention a few things about the install with pics.

I decided to install the weighted shift knob, because I use to have one on my BMWs in the early 2000. Prior to the weighted knob and changing the trans fluid, the BMWs felt pretty much the same as the SS 1LE.

So I thought I should do the same with the SS and see if the outcome was the same as my BMWs, with ease of shifting and no notchiness while shifting from one gear to the next...and IT DOES!
Clicky T Click...

I purchased the knob from a company called Raceseng, a family owned company...Father and Son.
They are very responsive to your inquiries, very communicative, which made me feel comfortable about the company.

The packaging was great (sorry no pics) and the product is 1st class. They even give you a boot (cover) to go over your knob, which I guess would help with heat problems from the sun...I don't have that problem. The knob feels warm at touch, but not sizzling!

You also get the tools needed to install the knob, basically an L end wrench. Loctite NOT included.

Word of warning here: when screwing on the knob to the adapter, be careful you don't cross thread the adapter. This is the last thing you will do. During the orientation process, you can screw the adapter onto the knob with no problems.

These are two different metals, the adapter looks to be aluminum, and the knob is SS. A new adapter will run you $20, which would be cheaper than re-threading it again, since the tools will almost cost the same, and you'll need to do the work.

This happened to me, but I just used a fine file and doctored up the threading...worked fine!

For some reason, screwing the adapter into the knob is no problem, but when screwing the knob onto the adapter that's when it became difficult..actually this was the most time consuming part.

Over-all the install should only take you about 30min if all goes well.
Difficulty scale... little easier than installing spark plugs or your Roto-Fab CAI.
The knob does come with directions, and they have it on their website too!

They have a multitude of knobs to choose from, with different weights and colors. The most only colors are White, Blue, Red and Black on certain knob styles.

I purchased the Ashiko Gloss in White. It also comes in translucent, just not in white. They have a custom shop, but basically all the knobs are rainbow colored. They do not do custom orders in that sense of custom.

Here's the info on the pics in the order they appear:
1. Adapter
2. Set screws and Blue Loctite
3. OEM knob removed showing locking ring
4. OEM locking ring unlocked and ready to remove
5. OEM knob with locking ring removed
6. OEM knob showing what's locking the ring on the knob
7. OEM knob parts removed - Locking ring, collar and knob
8. OEM knob remove from shifter - micro towel is there to prevent parts from falling into the black hole!
9. Raceseng Adapter installed
10. Raceseng Adapter and OEM Boot installed
11. Raceseng knob orientation process
12. Raceseng knob installed
13. OEM knob in gram weight
14. OEM knob in OZ weight
15. Raceseng knob in gram weight
16. Raceseng knob in lb/oz weight
17. Scale info...just thought I'd add this...the wifes cooking scale
18. Finale Outcome! (almost forgot this pic!)

https://www.raceseng.com/products/sh.../camaro-ss-zl1

08-02-2020, 07:27 PM	#1
OVRKLL Drives: 2017 1SS 1LE...makes me go YeeeHaw! Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 577	Weighted Shift Knob Sorry, this post is much longer than I thought it would be. I purchased a weighted shift knob about 2 weeks ago, and have been driving with it for the past week. I will leave a link where I purchased it from at the bottom above the pics. Now I know some of you may disagree, some may agree while others may be on the fence, about a heavier shift knob. So this is just my experience with weighted shift knobs, and not so much a DIY on how to install. Although I will mention a few things about the install with pics. I decided to install the weighted shift knob, because I use to have one on my BMWs in the early 2000. Prior to the weighted knob and changing the trans fluid, the BMWs felt pretty much the same as the SS 1LE. So I thought I should do the same with the SS and see if the outcome was the same as my BMWs, with ease of shifting and no notchiness while shifting from one gear to the next...and IT DOES! Clicky T Click... I purchased the knob from a company called Raceseng, a family owned company...Father and Son. They are very responsive to your inquiries, very communicative, which made me feel comfortable about the company. The packaging was great (sorry no pics) and the product is 1st class. They even give you a boot (cover) to go over your knob, which I guess would help with heat problems from the sun...I don't have that problem. The knob feels warm at touch, but not sizzling! You also get the tools needed to install the knob, basically an L end wrench. Loctite NOT included. *Word of warning here:* when screwing on the knob to the adapter, be careful you don't cross thread the adapter. This is the last thing you will do. During the orientation process, you can screw the adapter onto the knob with no problems. These are two different metals, the adapter looks to be aluminum, and the knob is SS. A new adapter will run you $20, which would be cheaper than re-threading it again, since the tools will almost cost the same, and you'll need to do the work. This happened to me, but I just used a fine file and doctored up the threading...worked fine! For some reason, screwing the adapter into the knob is no problem, but when screwing the knob onto the adapter that's when it became difficult..actually this was the most time consuming part. Over-all the install should only take you about 30min if all goes well. Difficulty scale... little easier than installing spark plugs or your Roto-Fab CAI. The knob does come with directions, and they have it on their website too! They have a multitude of knobs to choose from, with different weights and colors. The most only colors are White, Blue, Red and Black on certain knob styles. I purchased the Ashiko Gloss in White. It also comes in translucent, just not in white. They have a custom shop, but basically all the knobs are rainbow colored. They do not do custom orders in that sense of custom. Here's the info on the pics in the order they appear: 1. Adapter 2. Set screws and Blue Loctite 3. OEM knob removed showing locking ring 4. OEM locking ring unlocked and ready to remove 5. OEM knob with locking ring removed 6. OEM knob showing what's locking the ring on the knob 7. OEM knob parts removed - Locking ring, collar and knob 8. OEM knob remove from shifter - micro towel is there to prevent parts from falling into the black hole! 9. Raceseng Adapter installed 10. Raceseng Adapter and OEM Boot installed 11. Raceseng knob orientation process 12. Raceseng knob installed 13. OEM knob in gram weight 14. OEM knob in OZ weight 15. Raceseng knob in gram weight 16. Raceseng knob in lb/oz weight 17. Scale info...just thought I'd add this...the wifes cooking scale 18. Finale Outcome! (almost forgot this pic!) https://www.raceseng.com/products/sh.../camaro-ss-zl1 Attached Images __________________ The Thrill isn't around the corner, the Thrill is the corner! So don't hesitate, just brake late! Last edited by OVRKLL; 08-02-2020 at 08:02 PM.