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camaro_uk · 08-27-2017, 03:23 PM

Hi All

I put in a delrin cueball (plastic) shift knob into my 2015 1LE (its made by the main vendor people know of on this site) but it's too light: it makes the shifts feels even more notchy so I ended up switching back to the stock knob since its heavier than the delrin cueball.

Recently I came across Raceseng- and Barton- who make heavyweight knobs for our cars. Has anyone tried them before? The first vendor has a range of weights and styles to choose from. The second has an aluminum cue ball style knob, but I think they might be able to make a heavier all steel one. Both have their own 3/4-16 thread adapter so you SHOULD be able to interchange the knobs and adapters between both vendors. Links below (I think for the second link, the Corvette C6/Cadillac CTS V is the same adapter setup we need):

Let me know if anyone has tried these, or any other weighted setup?

https://bartonshifters.com/shop?olsF...num-shift-knob

http://www.raceseng.com/products/shift-knobs/cadillac

coolcamaroZ28 · 08-29-2017, 07:12 PM

Go for it. I have this setup on my CTS-V and the weight makes a HUGE difference! Plus it looks great!

Spec · 08-29-2017, 07:23 PM

Yep, got the Black Pearl off twmperformance.com on my Hurst stick... just gorgeous... heavy, makes shifting feel like a hot knife through warm butter.

https://www.twmperformance.com/shift...ams-shift-knob

camaro_uk · 08-29-2017, 09:53 PM

Sounds great! I'm in touch with Jarrett at Raceseng who will confirm the CTS V/C6 Vette setup will work for Gen 5 Camaros and then I'm going to order one... Will keep you posted

hesster · 01-25-2021, 08:37 AM

Anyone have a Raceseng Shift knob on their Camaro 6 sp? Pricey, but heavy at ~1lb and looks good depending of the selected style. Or a similar heavy knob? Tired of the white lightweight cue ball on my Hurst Billet shifter, will require a 3/8-16 adapter. BTW - Twmperformance seems to be out of business.

Valkyrie14 · 01-25-2021, 06:56 PM

I have the raceseng slammer. Love it. I’m adding an extender next week.

ZED SLED · 01-26-2021, 06:09 AM

Contact epco shift knobs.
https://epcomfg.com/shift-knobs/

They have a long product line and will also make you a custom one. I had them make one for my 2013 ZL1. Was around $100.

hesster · 01-26-2021, 06:36 AM

Hey V-14:
Yeah, I like that one. Heavy at 1.4 lbs! I assume you have it installed on a stock shifter (press on and lock screw)? So would a "extender" just space the shift ball up higher, and not anything related to the fit at the boot interface?

Valkyrie14 · 01-26-2021, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by hesster

Hey V-14:
Yeah, I like that one. Heavy at 1.4 lbs! I assume you have it installed on a stock shifter (press on and lock screw)? So would a "extender" just space the shift ball up higher, and not anything related to the fit at the boot interface?

Right, I am going with the extender to raise it a bit. I could have put the adapter a little higher on the stock stick, but after seeing it on there I think the extender will look better. The adapter has like 5 screws that tighten down on the stick, which is flat on one side. The knob does not slide around at all. Took five minutes to install.

SS376 · 03-23-2021, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Valkyrie14

I have the raceseng slammer. Love it. I’m adding an extender next week.

I couldn't find an application on their site for our cars. Can you please tell me exactly what you ordered, and what adapter? Also, are you still happy with it? Thanks.

Also, any chance of seeing what it looks like from a side view?

Brazensol · 03-24-2021, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by SS376

I couldn't find an application on their site for our cars. Can you please tell me exactly what you ordered, and what adapter? Also, are you still happy with it? Thanks.

Also, any chance of seeing what it looks like from a side view?

A side view would be most helpful. I am considering this shift knob myself.

SS376 · 03-24-2021, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Brazensol

A side view would be most helpful. I am considering this shift knob myself.

I just got an email from Raceseng stating that their shift knobs won't work with a 2013 Camaro. I'm puzzled, because I thought the shifters were the same 13-15 and we have a poster here with one installed on a '14??

Valkyrie14 · 03-24-2021, 09:10 PM

Here is a pic with the extender. Pardon the unclean state of things.

Brazensol · 03-24-2021, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by SS376

I just got an email from Raceseng stating that their shift knobs won't work with a 2013 Camaro. I'm puzzled, because I thought the shifters were the same 13-15 and we have a poster here with one installed on a '14??

That does seem odd. Bummer.

08-27-2017, 03:23 PM	#1
camaro_uk Drives: 2015 1LE Camaro Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: San Diego Posts: 88	Heavyweight shift knob Hi All I put in a delrin cueball (plastic) shift knob into my 2015 1LE (its made by the main vendor people know of on this site) but it's too light: it makes the shifts feels even more notchy so I ended up switching back to the stock knob since its heavier than the delrin cueball. Recently I came across Raceseng- and Barton- who make heavyweight knobs for our cars. Has anyone tried them before? The first vendor has a range of weights and styles to choose from. The second has an aluminum cue ball style knob, but I think they might be able to make a heavier all steel one. Both have their own 3/4-16 thread adapter so you SHOULD be able to interchange the knobs and adapters between both vendors. Links below (I think for the second link, the Corvette C6/Cadillac CTS V is the same adapter setup we need): Let me know if anyone has tried these, or any other weighted setup? https://bartonshifters.com/shop?olsF...num-shift-knob http://www.raceseng.com/products/shift-knobs/cadillac

08-29-2017, 07:12 PM	#2
coolcamaroZ28 Camaro Addict Drives: 2010SS/1995 Z28/2005 CTSV/2007 TBSS Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 220 View My Garage	Go for it. I have this setup on my CTS-V and the weight makes a HUGE difference! Plus it looks great! Attached Images __________________ http://www.coolcamaro.cz28.com/

08-29-2017, 07:23 PM	#3
Spec Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 4,018	Yep, got the Black Pearl off twmperformance.com on my Hurst stick... just gorgeous... heavy, makes shifting feel like a hot knife through warm butter. https://www.twmperformance.com/shift...ams-shift-knob Attached Images

01-25-2021, 08:37 AM	#5
hesster Drives: '10 C5 SS, '77 Bandit T/A Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 638 View My Garage	Anyone have a Raceseng Shift knob on their Camaro 6 sp? Pricey, but heavy at ~1lb and looks good depending of the selected style. Or a similar heavy knob? Tired of the white lightweight cue ball on my Hurst Billet shifter, will require a 3/8-16 adapter. BTW - Twmperformance seems to be out of business. Attached Images

01-25-2021, 06:56 PM	#6
Valkyrie14 Valkyrie14 Drives: Chevrolet Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin Posts: 962	I have the raceseng slammer. Love it. I’m adding an extender next week. Attached Images __________________ 2014 SS LS3/LSA Supercharger, 10% Super Damper, 2.55 upper, AGP Dual Pump, ID 1050 injectors, Pegasus solid rear cradle bushings, LT Headers, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite E2 catch can, E85 corn fed, 160 Thermostat, Monster Twin Disk, MGW Short Throw shifter, Tick Clutch Master Cylinder, HP Tuners, JL Audio system.

08-29-2017, 09:53 PM	#4
camaro_uk Drives: 2015 1LE Camaro Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: San Diego Posts: 88	Sounds great! I'm in touch with Jarrett at Raceseng who will confirm the CTS V/C6 Vette setup will work for Gen 5 Camaros and then I'm going to order one... Will keep you posted

01-26-2021, 06:09 AM	#7
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,477 View My Garage	Contact epco shift knobs. https://epcomfg.com/shift-knobs/ They have a long product line and will also make you a custom one. I had them make one for my 2013 ZL1. Was around $100. __________________

01-26-2021, 06:36 AM	#8
hesster Drives: '10 C5 SS, '77 Bandit T/A Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 638 View My Garage	Hey V-14: Yeah, I like that one. Heavy at 1.4 lbs! I assume you have it installed on a stock shifter (press on and lock screw)? So would a "extender" just space the shift ball up higher, and not anything related to the fit at the boot interface?

03-24-2021, 09:10 PM	#13
Valkyrie14 Valkyrie14 Drives: Chevrolet Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin Posts: 962	Here is a pic with the extender. Pardon the unclean state of things. Attached Images __________________ 2014 SS LS3/LSA Supercharger, 10% Super Damper, 2.55 upper, AGP Dual Pump, ID 1050 injectors, Pegasus solid rear cradle bushings, LT Headers, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite E2 catch can, E85 corn fed, 160 Thermostat, Monster Twin Disk, MGW Short Throw shifter, Tick Clutch Master Cylinder, HP Tuners, JL Audio system.