Are Light or Heavy Shift Knobs Best? GR86 BRZ

[@Rad1oD3mon]

You have some beautiful roads on your intro! Thanks for the informative video! Helped me select my next shift knob.

[@KonkrRoads]

@@Rad1oD3mon hey thanks Rad 🤙. Which knob you go with?

[@rcuriel47]

Thanks for the comparison video! I'm currently using the STI shift knob (~270 g) and I love it. I think it hits the sweet spot for the reasons you mentioned.

[@KonkrRoads]

@@rcuriel47 right on target with the STi -- glad you're enjoying it 🤙. STi at ~270g and the GR at ~250g says something about the OEM's preferences 🍻

[@KonkrRoads]

@@ghrtt7 How's the weight? Or is it just poor quality?

[@VectorAero]

Went to the STi shift knob (278g) in my gen1 BRZ and it's more comfortable to shift during street driving. Less notchy, more positive feeling.

[@KonkrRoads]

278g is right in the sweet spot for sure. Any other mod plans?

[@bruceobrown534]

Hi ya Mike - thank you for this video - I am expecting delivery on a BRZ tS in the next couple weeks and was thinking about changing the knob. After seeing this video, I have decided to keep the OEM knob that is coming with the car. It looks like it will fit my needs very nicely. This video DID help regardless of the 'hater' comments below. Thanks again! Stay safe and healthy!

[@KonkrRoads]

Glad you enjoyed the video, and congrats on the tS!! An awesome ride. 🤙 Any other mods planned?

[@bruceobrown534]

@@KonkrRoads Actually, YES - not long after I am allowed to drive the tS, I intend to completely replace the exhaust system. Corsa Sport 2.5 in Cat-Back 4.5 in Single Tips - HKS Equal Length Catted Headers - Invidia Overpipe - Invidia Front Pipe - at least that is what I have planned for now. I had quadruple by-pass surgery on 2 Aug and am forbidden to drive a manual until October - lol. I have a friend that will drive the car from the dealership to my house until I can get to the Subbie shop. I am also looking into a couple engine enhancements/replacements that won't break my warranty.

[@KonkrRoads]

@@bruceobrown534 hey Bruce, congrats on getting through the surgery! Loving the exhaust plan; that should get the car rowdy. Careful though on the header -- often engine warranty is compromised when you go aftermarket on this bit. Best to check with your dealer 🤙

[@bruceobrown534]

@@KonkrRoads The Subbie shop has volunteered/suggested that they would be willing to swap back the original header just for the services and warranty aspects. BUT I do intend to ask the dealerships - there are 2 of them the one where I am buying the car and the one where I will have it serviced - about the header/warranty issue. The tS will be the 10th Subbie I have owned, and I have a 23 Legacy Touring XT that will still be with me for 'bad' day driving. THAT one I will be 'allowed' to drive in a couple weeks - lol.

[@Rob165x]

@@bruceobrown534 Also keep in mind that headers can throw a CEL because of the sensor over there (and you also have the CAT). You probably did your research though. The K&N CAI I'm buying is apparently properly tuned for the airflow at the sensor so it won't throw one, but Cameron Hill seemed to get one on his MST. Those damn sensors are very sensitive to placement, pipe diameter and probably pressure.

[@kajetanjaszczak7032]

Highly appreciate your feedback. Shame it’s personal thing, so I’d have to buy from both spectrum to decide which one I prefer 😅

[@KonkrRoads]

lol I can relate -- the wife isn't exactly pleased I have a shift knob collection on the dining table 😎🤙. What weight are you leaning towards??

[@claytonlh]

Im not a fan of how narrow the STI knob is. I like the more bulbous look of the GR knob. I think its the best looking one. Can't necessarily put that on my BRZ though. 😢

[@KonkrRoads]

GR knob is a good weight too -- just about 250g as I recall. Maybe there's a way to replace or cover the GR insignia?

[@Rob165x]

Gen 2 BRZ here. First knob I bought was a Likewise Ghost. Unfortunately it requires an adapter for the lockout which means it is a little taller than I like as its vertical, a little more than the cobb. You get the full side grip rather than the top grip which I prefer and it also makes the throws longer, so I didn't use it for long. I now use an STi one, good balance. I really wanted a Billetworkz with alcantara, the build quality looks so nice and tight, plus now they have the hybrid which doesn't require a lockout. Too bad it was expensive, found someone selling the STi like new for $100. I'm now waiting for a K&N cold air intake to accompany my Invidia N2 sounds. Can't wait. XD

[@KonkrRoads]

Nice set of mods -- if you go to the hybrid Billetworkz I have no doubt you'll love the quality. Their manufacturing is premier. 🤙

[@SeanCC]

Got a Raceseng Slammer @635g for my 86 and then when I got my WRX stuck with that. Love the feel and weight of it. The WRX doesn't shift near as nice as the 86/BRZ and that Lexus 6-speed but the Slammer + Motul fluids certainly helped the WRX feel better.

[@KonkrRoads]

Good stuff -- no doubt the heavy slammers have their place and feel 💪🤙

[@Chopped86]

I had a 325 gram knob in my 86 and I thought it was absolutely perfect. I understand liking the notchy feel of the 199 grams but the transmission didn’t feel good enough to me to enjoy that. Interestingly, I am running 500 grams on the STI and I happen to think it’s perfect.

[@KonkrRoads]

Good data -- it shows there's certainly an individual preference on shift knobs weight and feel. How do you like the STi vs the 86?

[@Chopped86]

@@KonkrRoads they are worlds apart and are enjoyed completely differently. The 86 was supercharged and I certainly prefer supercharged power over turbo power. 86 couldn’t fit my kids though and my STI has all the space in the world. The STI transmission is the real gem though. Way more satisfying shift than an 86. It’s so tactile that I feel the feel of a 325 gram knob on the 86 is just about the same feeling as the 500 on the STI. The STI is also the obvious choice for when the snow comes down as well. If I could pick one, I’d have the 86. If I had to own one in real life with kids, the STI makes more sense. I miss the 50% better mpg of the 86 for sure.

[@KonkrRoads]

@@Chopped86 solid logic on going with the STi and glad to hear it's working out well. It's surpring to hear you like the STi transmission better than the 86's -- It's been a few years since I've slammed some gears in an STi so I'll have to give it another go to get a feel.

[@Dirtman150]

I just got the tall Cobb knob for xmas. And I have to say I did not like it, primarily because of the height. With my arm positioned so low already in the BRZ, it felt a little odd to reach to the top of the knob (especially since I like to palm the shifter at the top on occasion, especially for slow lazy shifts in town. It really felt too tall in those cases). Has anyone used the low Cobb knob? Is it about the same height as the stock knob? If so, I might exchange the tall one for the shorter one as I do like the Delrin material and the look with the Red trim ring. I really thought I would like the tall Cobb as we have it in the 2004 WRX wagon I share with my son. However, he put in the short shift kit and the tall shifter works better for me in that application. Appreciate any thoughts....

[@Dreska_]

I've had 2 heavy aftermarket shift knobs on 2 different cars (a 2009 2L NA lancer and a 370Z), no stock vs aftermarket weights sorry but they were brushed stainless so way on the heavy side I guess. I loved it on the lancer and found it didn't make much difference on the 370Z. I think it depends on the car (gearbox/throw/shiftknob combined) I've got a GT86 now and have been curious but also I'm not a big fan aesthetically of all the ones people usually mention, where did all the brushed metal ones go :( Guess based on your video I probably wouldn't want to go too heavy though

[@KonkrRoads]

You're absolutely right on the gearbox itself making a big impact on feel. For me the 86/BRZ is best balanced in the 200-300g range, but I do like things on the notchy side. Have you seen this knob? www.blackhawkjapan.com/products/csohara-csohara-00117?_pos=9&_sid=f68e93a9c&_ss=r

[@Dreska_]

@@KonkrRoads thanks for the recommend. I remembered the brand I had, TWM Performance, apparently they went under 5+ years ago. I should have taken them off my cars before I sold them... oops

[@hibye3387]

Have you thought of the billetworkz titanium tall teardrop shifter?

[@KonkrRoads]

@@hibye3387 no I haven't, but I assume it's pretty light being titanium. Burnt blue is a good look. You?

[@hibye3387]

@ nah never tried it, but debating between that and the Cobb tall teardrop in conjunction with a short shifter

[@elgoogkcuf]

tall cobb knob is the way to go. not lite not too heavy. also not as expensive.

[@KonkrRoads]

@@elgoogkcuf for sure a good choice 🤙

[@BlueBottleAutomotive]

What is the part number for the Tacoma oem? Can’t seem to find it easily. Thanks!

[@KonkrRoads]

Hey Blue -- I'm not sure the OEM part number, but here is the eBay link for the one I bought: www.ebay.com/itm/154110108303?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=PVtvytU0QLW&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=mycytmket5c&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY It took a few weeks to arrive. Quality was worth the wait. You'll also need a M12x1.25 2" extension to fit this: www.amazon.com/AUTOHAUX-Extender-Extension-2013-2019-M12X1-25/dp/B09FT1V5X4?pd_rd_w=7Gwri&content-id=amzn1.sym.8316a2b5-cd70-46ae-8cd3-b6d53778915d&pf_rd_p=8316a2b5-cd70-46ae-8cd3-b6d53778915d&pf_rd_r=2F547CAK0BJ7TQGNXMVF&pd_rd_wg=RAJoE&pd_rd_r=e799da68-fa58-402d-aeb5-96b40b79a231&pd_rd_i=B09FT1V5X4&psc=1&ref_=pd_basp_m_rpt_ba_s_1_cp_sc Cheers, -- Mike

[@infam0usP]

dude didn't even include the best one for the GR86 -- the TRD one (PTR57-18220). much more premium & heavier feel with the leather wrapped knob. I still kept the plastic 199g one though in case I ever wanna revert to OEM

[@KonkrRoads]

TRD is a great one -- right around 250g as I recall 🤙

[@spfdh]

Hey Mike, nice video 👍🏻. I bought a 220g sledge style knob on eBay and it’s the glass slipper fit for me. Love it. Whatcha gonna do with that collection 😂? Are you sticking with the OEM or continue looking?

[@KonkrRoads]

Hey thanks 🤙. Yeah not sure what to do with all these shift knobs...the wife is over seeing them scattered about the house. Maybe I can create a piece of abstract art with them and gift it to her on our anniversary 😉 . For now OEM is it...but I suspect the search will endure. Have a link to your 220g bit? Cheers 🤙

[@marselluswallace8129]

Wtf 😂 is this video a joke? 😂

[@KonkrRoads]

@@marselluswallace8129 Why do you ask?

[@kamikazi5144]

your life is a joke

[@miguelm3676]

Please stop your Really Bad Videos Anyone choose their own style.👎

[@KonkrRoads]

Thanks for watching the video 🤙

[@dubu12]

He isn’t forcing anyone to buy one over the other… hes giving HIS opinion on HIS youtube video. He even said that everyone has their own personal taste. miguel please stay off the internet since you have a difficult time comprehending such a simple concept.

[@kamikazi5144]

Bruh it's a review, why you got a stick up your ass?

[@claytonlh]

Beat it, nerd.