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Gen · 07-08-2012, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by prest1ge

just ordered one in piano black! will post pics when it arrives

Just received mine in piano black actually. I like it a lot.

prest1ge · 07-08-2012, 11:57 PM

ooh! can u do a mini review on it?

prest1ge · 07-09-2012, 12:43 AM

ordered 10PM CST. received tracking number 10:30 PM wow....

prest1ge · 07-11-2012, 04:04 PM

Ordered the knob on the 8th and received it today (11th). I took some detailed pictures of the knob in comparison to the stock knob. Weight measurement came out to 144g and 196g with the voodoo knob weighing less.

Didn't notice much difference in height with the voodoo installed. The new knob brought a major improvement in shifting feel though. Unlike most people out there, I prefer the attributes associated with a lighter knob—less dampening and more tactile feedback. This allows me to “understand” and maneuver the gearbox with more care rather than being oblivious to warning signs (grinding, notchiness, etc) and slamming a heavy ball into the gates. I’m also able to feel the velocity of the layshaft, which was much less apparent with the heavier, stock knob. This new piece of information, when used correctly, has allowed me to avoid issues like shifter not going into 1st/2nd, grinding of 2nd/3rd, etc. The volume and shape of the voodoo knob also contributed to the improved shift feel. Gripping the voodoo feels more relaxed, comfortable, and intuitive, with the shape of the knob being evenly distributed and larger in diameter. It certainly does a better job than the stock knob at filling my hand. I also appreciate the ultra-smooth, high gloss texture of the voodoo’s surface. It allows the ball to “glide and rotate” more freely within the cavity of my hand.
At $46.25 shipped, the voodoo knob presents tremendous value. I was pleasantly surprised upon discovering that this knob costs less than its competitors. More money saved = more money for other mods = win ^^

Koji_Online · 07-11-2012, 04:10 PM

I'm glad it worked out well for you! & I hope everyone else who has ordered will be just as happy with theirs =D

Although the Voodoo is lighter, the threads go way deeper into the knob; which is why it sits lower than stock; this effectively puts the throw weight around the gear lever towards the middle; rather than the weight sitting on top like the stock knob or other equivalents; this low CoG gives you that crisp & controlled feeling which does in fact feel amazing!

The Pearl finish is almost ready! who wants to be added to the notifications list? =P

Extreme86 · 07-15-2012, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Koji_Online

I'm glad it worked out well for you! & I hope everyone else who has ordered will be just as happy with theirs =D

Although the Voodoo is lighter, the threads go way deeper into the knob; which is why it sits lower than stock; this effectively puts the throw weight around the gear lever towards the middle; rather than the weight sitting on top like the stock knob or other equivalents; this low CoG gives you that crisp & controlled feeling which does in fact feel amazing!

The Pearl finish is almost ready! who wants to be added to the notifications list? =P

I'd love to see a pearl finish installed in a BRZ/FR-S before I decide on pearl or black. Put me on the list! Thanks, Koji!

Patio · 07-15-2012, 08:09 PM

PM me when the pearl is ready as well. I emailed them to have them let me know when it's available and they responded with "I'll try to remember to email you". Double assurance that I'll know when it's available cant hurt. Thanks

Vracer111 · 07-15-2012, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Extreme86

I'd love to see a pearl finish installed in a BRZ/FR-S before I decide on pearl or black. Put me on the list! Thanks, Koji!

Pearl one from my Tacoma fits fine though it sits up a little higher (which I like though...):

Koji_Online · 07-18-2012, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Extreme86

I'd love to see a pearl finish installed in a BRZ/FR-S before I decide on pearl or black. Put me on the list! Thanks, Koji!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patio

PM me when the pearl is ready as well. I emailed them to have them let me know when it's available and they responded with "I'll try to remember to email you". Double assurance that I'll know when it's available cant hurt. Thanks

Awesome, on the list!

Nardi330 · 07-18-2012, 09:03 PM

about to order one but i don't know which colour to pick......

danthedirt · 07-18-2012, 09:27 PM

Pearl looks really nice, put me down for one!

Nardi330 · 07-19-2012, 01:26 AM

alright, i can't decide so i ordered both aluminium and black lol.

will sell the one i like less later.....

WOJO · 07-19-2012, 11:45 PM

Please notify me when the pearl is available
Thanks

Koji_Online · 07-20-2012, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WOJO

Please notify me when the pearl is available
Thanks

Awesome! Will do

07-11-2012, 04:04 PM	#32
prest1ge Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Drives: VW, 2013 subaru brz limited swp 6mt Location: Houston,TX Posts: 84 Thanks: 7 Thanked 45 Times in 16 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	voodoo knob in! Ordered the knob on the 8th and received it today (11th). I took some detailed pictures of the knob in comparison to the stock knob. Weight measurement came out to 144g and 196g with the voodoo knob weighing less. Didn't notice much difference in height with the voodoo installed. The new knob brought a major improvement in shifting feel though. Unlike most people out there, I prefer the attributes associated with a lighter knob—less dampening and more tactile feedback. This allows me to “understand” and maneuver the gearbox with more care rather than being oblivious to warning signs (grinding, notchiness, etc) and slamming a heavy ball into the gates. I’m also able to feel the velocity of the layshaft, which was much less apparent with the heavier, stock knob. This new piece of information, when used correctly, has allowed me to avoid issues like shifter not going into 1st/2nd, grinding of 2nd/3rd, etc. The volume and shape of the voodoo knob also contributed to the improved shift feel. Gripping the voodoo feels more relaxed, comfortable, and intuitive, with the shape of the knob being evenly distributed and larger in diameter. It certainly does a better job than the stock knob at filling my hand. I also appreciate the ultra-smooth, high gloss texture of the voodoo’s surface. It allows the ball to “glide and rotate” more freely within the cavity of my hand. At $46.25 shipped, the voodoo knob presents tremendous value. I was pleasantly surprised upon discovering that this knob costs less than its competitors. More money saved = more money for other mods = win ^^

07-11-2012, 04:10 PM	#33
Koji_Online N7 Spectre Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: 2017 Toyota 86 (Ablaze - 6MT) Location: Las Vegas Posts: 234 Thanks: 98 Thanked 296 Times in 49 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	I'm glad it worked out well for you! & I hope everyone else who has ordered will be just as happy with theirs =D Although the Voodoo is lighter, the threads go way deeper into the knob; which is why it sits lower than stock; this effectively puts the throw weight around the gear lever towards the middle; rather than the weight sitting on top like the stock knob or other equivalents; this low CoG gives you that crisp & controlled feeling which does in fact feel amazing! The Pearl finish is almost ready! who wants to be added to the notifications list? =P __________________ GT 6/ Sport PSN: Koji_Online

07-18-2012, 09:27 PM	#39
danthedirt Hadouken Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: Whiteout FR-S Location: SoCal Posts: 201 Thanks: 312 Thanked 155 Times in 68 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Pearl looks really nice, put me down for one! __________________ Whiteout MT Car Blog: downrightfrs.blogspot.com/

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07-08-2012, 11:57 PM	#30
prest1ge Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Drives: VW, 2013 subaru brz limited swp 6mt Location: Houston,TX Posts: 84 Thanks: 7 Thanked 45 Times in 16 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	ooh! can u do a mini review on it?

07-09-2012, 12:43 AM	#31
prest1ge Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Drives: VW, 2013 subaru brz limited swp 6mt Location: Houston,TX Posts: 84 Thanks: 7 Thanked 45 Times in 16 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	ordered 10PM CST. received tracking number 10:30 PM wow....

07-15-2012, 08:09 PM	#35
Patio Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: Subaru BRZ Location: Houston, TX Posts: 29 Thanks: 27 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	PM me when the pearl is ready as well. I emailed them to have them let me know when it's available and they responded with "I'll try to remember to email you". Double assurance that I'll know when it's available cant hurt. Thanks

07-18-2012, 09:03 PM	#38
Nardi330 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Drives: 86 Location: Brisbane Australia Posts: 2,168 Thanks: 287 Thanked 374 Times in 264 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	about to order one but i don't know which colour to pick......

07-19-2012, 01:26 AM	#40
Nardi330 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Drives: 86 Location: Brisbane Australia Posts: 2,168 Thanks: 287 Thanked 374 Times in 264 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	alright, i can't decide so i ordered both aluminium and black lol. will sell the one i like less later.....

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