New gearknob needed - whats a nice one to get?

[bigrez]

My writing font has worn away! A replacement from Renault is about £62.

Does anyone use an aftermarket gearknob that look nice, feels good and isn't too much of a pain to fit?

Cheers

Rez

 

[AlexW]

Standard is best, Ph1 knobs are nice though.

 

[Stefan.]

Ph1 172 hear knob! Can't get any more oem ;-)

 

[bigrez]

What on earth is the difference?!

 

[Stefan.]

What on earth is the difference?!

Ph2 gear knobs look like that from a 1.2Ph1 are a metal ball style. I'm on my phone otherwise would upload a pic to show the difference..

 

[bigrez]

I'll google

Cheers buddy

I guess its a new one of these from the dealer?

 

[AlexW]

Ph1 looks like my short shift, but the reverse lift mech isn't metal, so they don't rattle. The actual knob is a metal ball.

Don't think you'll be able to get one new anymore, I might be wrong though. Best looking for a used complete Ph1 gearstick and refurbing the knob.

This perfection buisness isn't cheap or easy is it?! lol

 

[ed55j]

Richbrook slant

 

[Tommo.]

Ph1 Gear Knob ftw!!

Can get them new from Renault but I think they are about £80. They pop up on here occasionally for around £40-£50 so that's probably your best bet.

Definitely the one to go for though

 

[mossyv6]

Deffo phase 1 gear knob.

 

[Loz H]

Is it simple to change to a PH1 knob on a PH2?

Would you need to change the stick? or can you just hack the ph2 one off and re-thread the stick to suit?

 

[Tommo.]

Easier to just buy a second-hand one that comes with the full assembly. It's a PITA to get the ph2 one off from what i've heard!

 

[mossyv6]

2 options here:

1. Buy a second one with stick and replace hole unit - may need refurbing though (scratches).

2. Buy brand new - cut old one off and then araldite this one on (they are not threaded).

 

[Loz H]

Easier to just buy a second-hand one that comes with the full assembly. It's a PITA to get the ph2 one off from what i've heard!

Sweet. Do the sticks just unbolt? Never had the gaiter off so im not sure what to expect haha! I presume a PH1 stick would fit fine?

 

[mossyv6]

Need to take the unit out from underneath.

1. Remove exhaust catalyst.
2. Remove exhaust heat shield.
3. Unclip the gear knob gaitor.
4. Undo the 4 x 13mm nuts from the gear knob housing to the chassis.
5. Slide the hole unit down and out from underneath the car.
6. Refit is reversal of above.

 

[Tommo.]

Sweet. Do the sticks just unbolt? Never had the gaiter off so im not sure what to expect haha! I presume a PH1 stick would fit fine?

Yeah, it's just four nuts and one bolt for the assembly mate, nice and easy to do.

Edit - beat me to it mossy!

 

[bigrez]

A lot of agg for a gearknob!

I hate to say this, but I guess a quiet and subtle Momo it may well be.....

 

[Loz H]

Need to take the unit out from underneath.

1. Remove exhaust catalyst.
2. Remove exhaust heat shield.
3. Unclip the gear knob gaitor.
4. Undo the 4 x 13mm nuts from the gear knob housing to the chassis.
5. Slide the hole unit down and out from underneath the car.
6. Refit is reversal of above.

Cheers for that

 

[Tommo.]

Just saw this.....

http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?738668-Clio-172-ph1-Gearnob

 

[mossyv6]

A lot of agg for a gearknob!

I hate to say this, but I guess a quiet and subtle Momo it may well be.....

Took me about an hour between tea breaks and finishes the Trophy of nicely

 

[mossyv6]

Cheers for that

You are very welcome mate.