Gear Knob Advice

Carson · 2nd October 2012, 15:33

I've always thought the standard gear knob wasn't the most comfortable but never had too many problems until now because it has began to wear on the rubber which looks nasty and i can feel it.

So i was looking around for a new gear knob and i like the Richbrook Slant Top shown by Syx.

I wondered if anyone had a Titanium one fitted just so i can compare.

Im also looking at getting a gaiter but not sure if i prefer with or without what do you think?

Thanks

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QuantumCipher · 3rd October 2012, 17:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carson

I've always thought the standard gear knob wasn't the most comfortable but never had too many problems until now because it has began to wear on the rubber which looks nasty and i can feel it.

So i was looking around for a new gear knob and i like the Richbrook Slant Top shown by Syx.

I wondered if anyone had a Titanium one fitted just so i can compare.

Im also looking at getting a gaiter but not sure if i prefer with or without what do you think?

Thanks

Looking for Gear Knob Ideas...

(Another) Gear Knob and Gaiter How To

I just recieved my Skunk2 Billet knob today (6 - Speed ) Very pleased with it.. One of these.

http://www.corsportusa.com/store/cat..._6%20Speed.jpg

I may get a gaitor though as it looks quite lonely..

would recommend funkypower.com as a supplier.

adsbeau · 3rd October 2012, 18:06

The skunk 2 knob is worth the money.

Carson · 6th October 2012, 13:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by QuantumCipher

I just recieved my Skunk2 Billet knob today (6 - Speed ) Very pleased with it.. One of these.

http://www.corsportusa.com/store/cat..._6%20Speed.jpg

I may get a gaitor though as it looks quite lonely..

would recommend funkypower.com as a supplier.

i dont get the advantage of the skunk 2?

and ye i must say with researching it i much prefer the gaiter just give it character

mullsy · 6th October 2012, 19:14

Like the feel of the skunk 2 but not impressed with the quality! I'm on my 3rd now as the first 2 the red colour came out of the numbers, the one I have now the colour has come out again and the polish is coming off!!, but saying that its still really comfortable to use

ElNino9 · 6th October 2012, 19:17

i have a Blox neo chrome, awesome knob

Beats the skunk2 (which i owned and loved)

firstcivic · 6th October 2012, 19:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by QuantumCipher

I just recieved my Skunk2 Billet knob today (6 - Speed ) Very pleased with it.. One of these.

http://www.corsportusa.com/store/cat..._6%20Speed.jpg

I may get a gaitor though as it looks quite lonely..

would recommend funkypower.com as a supplier.

have to say thats my first time to see the brushed chrome effect skunk2 and i really like it,never liked it in the usual colour you see it in,good choice,did it cost the same amount as the normal skunk2

Jonathan W · 6th October 2012, 20:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by mullsy

Like the feel of the skunk 2 but not impressed with the quality! I'm on my 3rd now as the first 2 the red colour came out of the numbers, the one I have now the colour has come out again and the polish is coming off!!, but saying that its still really comfortable to use

Were they genuine Skunk2 gear knobs?

Skunk2 has never offered genuine polished ones:

Alert: Copycat Shift Knobs - Skunk2 Racing

Hammo72 · 6th October 2012, 20:24

I have the Richbrook Slant top Titanium looks good really pleased with quality.
But be surprised if you can find a Titanium one as tried for my Brother ordered 4 from different places only to the receive an apology email saying this colour in this variation had been discontinued.

QuantumCipher · 7th October 2012, 10:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by firstcivic

have to say thats my first time to see the brushed chrome effect skunk2 and i really like it,never liked it in the usual colour you see it in,good choice,did it cost the same amount as the normal skunk2

I think its a normal Skunk2 knob. Look on funkypower, there is the 6 and 5 speed versions.

Guitaralmond · 7th October 2012, 11:20

I have a skunk 2 knob for sale, one of the new style, from funky power a month ago... £45

stevencavanagh · 7th October 2012, 11:48

£50.94 delivered from Funkypower.com.

Must get another for the FN2

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Carson · 7th October 2012, 12:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hammo72

I have the Richbrook Slant top Titanium looks good really pleased with quality.
But be surprised if you can find a Titanium one as tried for my Brother ordered 4 from different places only to the receive an apology email saying this colour in this variation had been discontinued.

now looking i think i do prefer the silver but i haven't seen a picture of the titanium one fitted, would you take a picture for me ? if you could would be much appreciated

Carson · 7th October 2012, 12:14

i prefer the look of the Richbrook slant top compared to the Blox and the Skunk but everyone seems to love the Blox and Skunk in terms of comfort

firstcivic · 7th October 2012, 16:09

as i say i was never really into the hole skunk2 craze until i saw the brushed chrome effect skunk2 which i really like and *** like to have, even if it is a copy as stated above,but £51 is alot of money for a knob(keep the jokes to urselfs lol),when i consider the price of postage over to ireland because of its weight.The richbrook slant top is also a nice choice

Carson · 7th October 2012, 16:41

Ye even if it is a fake as long as it doesn't feel like one why does it matter haha

stevencavanagh · 8th October 2012, 19:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guitaralmond

I have a skunk 2 knob for sale, one of the new style, from funky power a month ago... £45

Can't see this in the for sale section! Are you planning on putting there? Can't pay £45 though!

BTW what are the differences in the new style?

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Carson Coffee isnt my cup of tea Car: 2008 2.2 Type S GT NHB Join Date: 14th August 2012 Location: Kings Lynn, Norfolk, UK Posts: 487 Thanks given: 26 Thanked 46 Times in 46 Posts iTrader: (3)	Gear Knob Advice I've always thought the standard gear knob wasn't the most comfortable but never had too many problems until now because it has began to wear on the rubber which looks nasty and i can feel it. So i was looking around for a new gear knob and i like the Richbrook Slant Top shown by Syx. I wondered if anyone had a Titanium one fitted just so i can compare. Im also looking at getting a gaiter but not sure if i prefer with or without what do you think? Thanks Looking for Gear Knob Ideas... (Another) Gear Knob and Gaiter How To Last edited by Carson; 2nd October 2012 at 15:51.

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firstcivic Supporter Car: 08 2.2 nhb type s gt Join Date: 21st May 2012 Location: Ireland Posts: 639 Thanks given: 135 Thanked 89 Times in 83 Posts iTrader: (0)	as i say i was never really into the hole skunk2 craze until i saw the brushed chrome effect skunk2 which i really like and *** like to have, even if it is a copy as stated above,but £51 is alot of money for a knob(keep the jokes to urselfs lol),when i consider the price of postage over to ireland because of its weight.The richbrook slant top is also a nice choice

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Carson Coffee isnt my cup of tea Thread starter Car: 2008 2.2 Type S GT NHB Join Date: 14th August 2012 Location: Kings Lynn, Norfolk, UK Posts: 487 Thanks given: 26 Thanked 46 Times in 46 Posts iTrader: (3)	Ye even if it is a fake as long as it doesn't feel like one why does it matter haha