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phils88GT
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FEB 29, 10:36 PM
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Hey Everyone!
I am looking for a new shift knob for my 88 GT 5-speed. TBH, I wouldn't mind shortening my shifter by about 2 inches by threading it down the lever a little. But, for right now, I just want to replace the ugly Autozone multiple LED boy racer shift knob that it has. Are there any other shift knobs, like a normal leather one from another car that will fit? What is the thread size for the knob?
Thanks everyone!
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Vintage-Nut
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FEB 29, 11:11 PM
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Manual Shifter Knob Thread Size: 16mm by 1.5mm pitch
Andys Auto Sport has some:
https://www.andysautosport....s/pontiac_fiero.html
I saw a few OEM knobs on eBay....
| quote | | Are there any other shift knobs, like a normal leather one from another car that will fit? |
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Other OEM 16mm x 1.50 Shift Knobs:
1993-2002 Camaro / Firebird
2009 to 2014 Dodge Challenger
2004 to 2006 Pontiac GTO
As aftermarket; search on Amazon and eBay for M16x1.50 Threaded Knobs or with "adapters"
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| quote | | I wouldn't mind shortening my shifter by about 2 inches by threading it down the lever a little. |
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If you want to cut the threads off from the shaft, then you can use an aftermarket knob with set screws or thread the shaft.
| quote | Rodney:
The stock Fiero shift arm diameter is too large in diameter to permit the use of most aftermarket knobs without extensive modification. This direct replacement shift arm has no threads and uses a 1/2" shaft. |
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https://rodneydickman.com/p...o.php?products_id=41
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Original Owner of a Silver '88 GT
Under 'Production Refurbishment' @ 136k Miles[This message has been edited by Vintage-Nut (edited 03-01-2024).]
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labbe001
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MAR 01, 11:29 AM
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I just bought this one from NAPA for like $18.00...
https://www.andysautosport....ports__PM-2245E.html
Exact same one on Amazon for $15.97....
It was a half hair too small for the shift shaft so i tool a Dremel with a drum sander attachment and opened it a little.
Work great now.
Tip: After you sand it, wait till it cools before sticking your pinky into the shifter. Don't ask...just take my work for it. 
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Raydar
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MAR 01, 12:50 PM
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I believe it was Russ Wormuth (RWUpholstery) who was, at one time, rethreading Mitsubishi 3000GT shift knobs to fit our shifters. They were very nice.
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Larryinkc
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MAR 01, 01:09 PM
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Vintage-Nut
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MAR 01, 04:04 PM
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| quote | Raydar:
I believe it was Russ Wormuth (RWUpholstery) who was, at one time, rethreading Mitsubishi 3000GT shift knobs to fit our shifters. |
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Not at the present time, however, offers 'Leather Manual Shifter Knob' BUT:
| quote | rwupholstery:
I'm currently out of spare knobs, I'll need yours to recover. |
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https://rwupholstery.com/sh...-manual-shifter-knob
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Patrick
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MAR 01, 08:21 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Larryinkc:
2" polished aluminum...
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Doesn't that get hella-hot after sitting in the summer sun for a few hours?
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phils88GT
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MAR 01, 08:30 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Patrick:
Doesn't that get hella-hot after sitting in the summer sun for a few hours?
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Yeah, I don’t want aluminum. Not a fan of how it looks, nor of the heat. Too Fast and Furious for me!
Thank you all for your posts though. I think I am going to shave my handle and go with aftermarket. The OE ones on eBay, even used are just ridiculously priced for the most part.
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Vintage-Nut
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MAR 02, 09:20 AM
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| quote | phils88GT:
The OE ones on eBay, even used are just ridiculously priced for the most part. |
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Prices on 'everything' have been skyrocketing and everybody is feeling the pain.......
I laughed at the price on this listing:
Fiero 1984 INDY Leather Shift Knob - NOS GM 10031337
https://www.ebay.com/itm/204617506246
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Larryinkc
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MAR 02, 09:57 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by Patrick:
Doesn't that get hella-hot after sitting in the summer sun for a few hours?
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It's a bit warm for the first couple of shifts but it's really not an issue.
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