flossy Shift Knob
 

While the stock shift knob isn't bad, I got annoyed by the feel of the stitches and wanted something with a little more weight. I wanted a knob with a good weight, unique look, wouldn't burn or freeze my hand, and didn't cost an outrageous amount.

The flossy Grip Tape Shorty fit my criteria perfectly. It's quite hefty at 500 grams, which helps a lot with the notchiness and smooths shifts out. It has a textured coating which helps keep it cool even in direct sunlight. It definitely gets warm, but it wasn't close to burning my hand like the top of the steering wheel. I opted to get an engraving of the 86 logo on the knob - it looks fantastic! One thing I'd like to do is color the cutout part in red. Shipping was fast and reasonably priced. This knob + the clutch height adjustment have greatly improved my driving experience. This is a great choice if you're looking to swap your shift knob.

You can browse their site at www.whatisflossy.com


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Wow , that looks great.

Where did you get that 86 logo from? Please share the Hachi love.

I'd want that 86 logo in RED color though.

I ordered a shift knob from them but they didnt have a engraving option in ordering. Did they email you about that?

Im in love!

I used this pic: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8131

I chose the FITMENT + CUSTOM ENGRAVE option and emailed them the thread size of the shifter and artwork. If you have any questions or concerns, they're pretty good about responding via email.

Nice knob I think I'm gonna order the same thing in red :D

And your reverse function is working properly?

Yeah, just make sure to get the shorty version of whichever knob.

Can anybody please post a pic of the red flossy know you guys are talking about? I think that would look sick.

whats the thread size of the shifter that you used?

If we get enough people maybe we can get a group buy started!

M12x1.25

I emailed the guys at flossy to see what they would be able to do for us.

Sweet, Thanks.

Yes, that looks hot. Not a bad price either with custom engraving.

Definitely in if we can get a group buy.

Ill keep every one posted when i hear back from them

anyone know the thread on the auto? I have a gold flossy knob but sadly its slighty off

Beautiful timing. I was just thinking how much I wanted an aftermarket shift knob but never really saw one I liked much. That one looks great!

I know its the same thread as the impreza 08 auto. I used a perrin shifter knob for my impreza 08 on the BRZ

I talked to one of the guys at flossy i should have more info on a group buy later tonight or tomorrow.

Id be interested in this but I would like to know anyone who may have this shift knob how does it feel?

I ordered a shift knob from them. I'll let you guys know when I receive it

would be interested in the group buy if one comes up.

These are pretty sweet! I'm going to pick one up for my Speed3 in the meantime, unfortunately thread patterns won't allow me to transfer it over to the BRZ when the time comes, but thanks for the heads up @ducks!

Awesome, thanks for taking charge on this.

this isn't the best description, but i'll give it a try.

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the coating material itself is pretty smooth. the grip comes from the uneven layering and texture of the coating. its a very subtle feeling. it kind of reminds me of grip tape/sandpaper, but its not rough at all. you couldn't cut or abrade yourself if you tried.

Thats why I was curious cause Grip tape or sandpaper didnt sound very comfortable plus I was looking at the Rogue Status shifter that they have

Looks great. Does it get too hot if you leave it in the sun?

well here it is they have offered us a group discount! http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...676#post305676

how long did it take for them to ship/make?

about a week

Sweet, i'm in for the group buy!

Im sponsored by these guys on my Evo X and just picked them up on my BRZ. I would recommend any of their products (no spoilers here fella's gotta wait to see what that have in the makes for us ;-)

U saying we should wait??

Ive had the 500 gram knob on my 11 sti and I can say that these knobs are great.

Its not like sandpaper or skateboard grip tape but just texturized so that it isn't slippery. It is not abrasive in anyway.

The way they are textured helps with heat, they still get hot but they don't sear your skin instantly like a polished metal shifter would. I never had a problem shifting gears when it was hot but you wouldn't want to grab on the knob and squeeze when it has been sitting in the sun.

If I knew the FRS was the same thread size as my sti I would have certainly kept the knob.

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I like those... but I like the stock nob better personally

PM'd

im keeping the group buy open till friday any one who wants to be in it must pm me with there email address