shift knob?

[DeathtoRice]

Is it possible to remove the shift knob on a '97 4.3 5 spd? My haynes manual says there should be a nut at the bottom, but there is none that I can see. It really don't go in depth as to how to do it. Any help? Thanks.

[xtc_customs]

yep they are right there is a nut at the bottom . you have to push the boot all the way down to even feel it .

to get it out . remove center console . push boot down . loosen nut , unscrew shifter .

though the actual KNOB wont come off you can replace the shifter with a billet one and then you will be able to use any shifter you would like. at least with a little know how and imagination .

[DeathtoRice]

hmm, how much would a billet shifter cost, and where do they sell em? it probably wouldnt look too good in my stock interior either, lol. i guess i could just sand it and paint it black.

[bvr775]

if you just want to replase the shift knob greab it wit a pair of vice grips and twist. Yes this will break it(unless your one of the fortunate few that have a threaded shift knob)

now how do you replase it?
either get a set screw shift knob or a dye and tread the shifter. you'll need to make an adapter to get an aftermarhet ****erknob. a few helicoils will work.

[DeathtoRice]

hmm...that wouldn't work for me. I can see it comming now...major **** ups, etc, etc...nothing is simple for me on a car. i guess ill just buy the billet shifter i found for $50, and get a new knob for it. thanks tho.

[chevysdime98]

i just went ahead n ripped mine right off...then took a bouncy ball that fit my hand well n put a hole in it that was a tiny bit smaller than the shifter n jammed it on there...hasnt come off yet n its one of the most comfortable shift knobs ever...if you can find a nice bouncy ball i say go for it, it doesnt look half bad either, but yes very half ass but i like it

[importmaster1300]

LMAO! Thats pretty cool!

You should drop 150 and get the B&M short shifter, DeathtoRice.
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[T Man]

My buddy took a baseball and cut a hole in it for the shift knob in his jeep

[bvr775]

I've seen everything from ductape to cow penis used for a knobs.

[importmaster1300]

I've seen cow penis used for a knobs.

Only in Texas!
LMAO!

[DeathtoRice]

b&m = $$$$$$ I just want a chrome skull shift knob. that is the ONLY reason that i bought a vehicle with a manual transmission. I know, its weird, huh? lol. i've just always wanted one of them.

[T Man]

what about a bigfoot gas petal? thats the only reason i dont still ride a bike

[bvr775]

Only in Texas!
LMAO!


actually it at a show in Missouri