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mikeyg36 · 03-24-2013, 05:33 PM

Mods: Please leave this here for a bit... I posted it in the shifter section and didn't get any replies.

The other day I drove my cousin's mustang, and I began to notice how much I hate the 2012 shifter knob on the Camaro. I have the factory hurst option, which I like, so I would just want to change the knob if possible. Can the 2012 knob be replaced with the 2013 knob? Or would I have to swap the whole shifter?

EDIT: Photos added on page 2

zackex · 03-24-2013, 05:40 PM

Funny you posted this as I feel the same way. I think the 2012 Hurst shift knob is way to big for my hand at least. I would love to change swap for the 1LE knob or the ZL1. Has any one changed to aftermarket and if so wich are interchangeble. It seems like the knob does not just thread on.

mikeyg36 · 03-24-2013, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by zackex

Funny you posted this as I feel the same way. I think the 2012 Hurst shift knob is way to big for my hand at least. I would love to change swap for the 1LE knob or the ZL1. Has any one changed to aftermarket and if so wich are interchangeble. It seems like the knob does not just thread on.

I like the shifter, just not the knob. And I don't like the aftermarket hurst shifters because they're way too long.

kcsr6 · 03-24-2013, 05:51 PM

I ordered a new knob for my factory hurst shifter from www.epcoshiftknobs.com last week. Should be here next week, can't wait.

mikeyg36 · 03-24-2013, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by kcsr6

I ordered a new knob for my factory hurst shifter from www.epcoshiftknobs.com last week. Should be here next week, can't wait.

I just found that website and I'm going to call tomorrow. What kind did you get?

GraySS2011 · 03-24-2013, 06:01 PM

I Canot tell from the site , but do those knobs come with an adaptor? My standard 2011 SS factory knob is pressed fit onto the shaft , not screwed on. Isn't the 2012 the same ? You will need an adaptor right?

Bob

mikeyg36 · 03-24-2013, 06:03 PM

It says on their website that it is not threaded and you need to call for adapter options...

http://www.epcoshiftknobs.com/threadsizeinfo.html

kcsr6 · 03-24-2013, 06:16 PM

I got a Rally GM licensed knob. I called and talked to someone (can't remember the name) but there is a link to accessories on the home page and you have to order adapters for our cars since it's not threaded.

kcsr6 · 03-24-2013, 06:19 PM

You have to order a retainer boot and the Non-threaded kit. It's a little pricey but I figured that it's cheaper than the rest of the stuff I have done.

mikeyg36 · 03-24-2013, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by kcsr6

I got a Rally GM licensed knob. I called and talked to someone (can't remember the name) but there is a link to accessories on the home page and you have to order adapters for our cars since it's not threaded.

Ok I just looked it up, thanks. Is the new knob the same length as the stock one?

kcsr6 · 03-24-2013, 06:39 PM

I believe it will be the same length. When I get it and install it ill post some pics and measurements with comparisons.

BA RS · 03-24-2013, 06:43 PM

I bought mine from www.flameball.com , and it lights up

mikeyg36 · 03-24-2013, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by BA RS

I bought mine from www.flameball.com , and it lights up

That's really nice... I'll check that out

Quote:

Originally Posted by kcsr6

I believe it will be the same length. When I get it and install it ill post some pics and measurements with comparisons.

That would be great!

GVA 45TH 2SS · 03-24-2013, 06:53 PM

that's pretty cool.
How hard was it to install?
how did you hook it up to make it light?

03-24-2013, 05:33 PM	#1
mikeyg36 Drives: 2015 Z/28 #533 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NY Posts: 6,732	Shift Knob photos added Mods: Please leave this here for a bit... I posted it in the shifter section and didn't get any replies. The other day I drove my cousin's mustang, and I began to notice how much I hate the 2012 shifter knob on the Camaro. I have the factory hurst option, which I like, so I would just want to change the knob if possible. Can the 2012 knob be replaced with the 2013 knob? Or would I have to swap the whole shifter? EDIT: Photos added on page 2 Last edited by mikeyg36; 05-19-2013 at 11:36 PM.

03-24-2013, 05:40 PM	#2
zackex Drives: 45th Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: boston Posts: 74 View My Garage	Funny you posted this as I feel the same way. I think the 2012 Hurst shift knob is way to big for my hand at least. I would love to change swap for the 1LE knob or the ZL1. Has any one changed to aftermarket and if so wich are interchangeble. It seems like the knob does not just thread on. __________________ Audente Fortuna Iuvat

03-24-2013, 05:51 PM	#4
kcsr6 Drives: 2011 Black LS3 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Indiana Posts: 261	I ordered a new knob for my factory hurst shifter from www.epcoshiftknobs.com last week. Should be here next week, can't wait. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS, Torch Red Bow Ties, 5% Tint, Oracle Side Markers, Forgestar F14's, Pfadt lowering springs, Vararam Intake, VMax Throttle Body, Custom Grind Comp Cam 224/236 114, SLP Under Drive Pulley, Granatelli Wires, Kooks 1 7/8 LTH, Off-road pipes, 3" exhaust, Mike Norris Motorsports Tune 471 RWHP 449 RWTQ! Search for kcsr6 on YouTube for sound clips.

03-24-2013, 06:16 PM	#8
kcsr6 Drives: 2011 Black LS3 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Indiana Posts: 261	I got a Rally GM licensed knob. I called and talked to someone (can't remember the name) but there is a link to accessories on the home page and you have to order adapters for our cars since it's not threaded. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS, Torch Red Bow Ties, 5% Tint, Oracle Side Markers, Forgestar F14's, Pfadt lowering springs, Vararam Intake, VMax Throttle Body, Custom Grind Comp Cam 224/236 114, SLP Under Drive Pulley, Granatelli Wires, Kooks 1 7/8 LTH, Off-road pipes, 3" exhaust, Mike Norris Motorsports Tune 471 RWHP 449 RWTQ! Search for kcsr6 on YouTube for sound clips.

03-24-2013, 06:19 PM	#9
kcsr6 Drives: 2011 Black LS3 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Indiana Posts: 261	You have to order a retainer boot and the Non-threaded kit. It's a little pricey but I figured that it's cheaper than the rest of the stuff I have done. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS, Torch Red Bow Ties, 5% Tint, Oracle Side Markers, Forgestar F14's, Pfadt lowering springs, Vararam Intake, VMax Throttle Body, Custom Grind Comp Cam 224/236 114, SLP Under Drive Pulley, Granatelli Wires, Kooks 1 7/8 LTH, Off-road pipes, 3" exhaust, Mike Norris Motorsports Tune 471 RWHP 449 RWTQ! Search for kcsr6 on YouTube for sound clips.

03-24-2013, 06:01 PM	#6
GraySS2011 Drives: 2011 Cyber Gray 2SS 6 speed Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Chelmsford MA Posts: 504 View My Garage	I Canot tell from the site , but do those knobs come with an adaptor? My standard 2011 SS factory knob is pressed fit onto the shaft , not screwed on. Isn't the 2012 the same ? You will need an adaptor right? Bob

03-24-2013, 06:03 PM	#7
mikeyg36 Drives: 2015 Z/28 #533 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NY Posts: 6,732	It says on their website that it is not threaded and you need to call for adapter options... http://www.epcoshiftknobs.com/threadsizeinfo.html

03-24-2013, 06:39 PM	#11
kcsr6 Drives: 2011 Black LS3 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Indiana Posts: 261	I believe it will be the same length. When I get it and install it ill post some pics and measurements with comparisons. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS, Torch Red Bow Ties, 5% Tint, Oracle Side Markers, Forgestar F14's, Pfadt lowering springs, Vararam Intake, VMax Throttle Body, Custom Grind Comp Cam 224/236 114, SLP Under Drive Pulley, Granatelli Wires, Kooks 1 7/8 LTH, Off-road pipes, 3" exhaust, Mike Norris Motorsports Tune 471 RWHP 449 RWTQ! Search for kcsr6 on YouTube for sound clips.

03-24-2013, 06:43 PM	#12
BA RS Big B Drives: 2016 2SS Summit White Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Mansfield , TX Posts: 324 View My Garage	I bought mine from www.flameball.com , and it lights up Attached Images __________________ 2016 2SS,NPP exhauset, A8, Black and White interior, black rims, black center stripe.

03-24-2013, 06:53 PM	#14
GVA 45TH 2SS KNGTFALL Drives: 2012 2SS 45th edition Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: (Near) Charlotte, NC Posts: 1,533	that's pretty cool. How hard was it to install? how did you hook it up to make it light?