Fossy Shift Knobs caught my attention.. - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

enjoi23 · 07-30-2012, 10:34 PM

I see these two shift knobs that I really like, but I was wondering what the deal is about the weight. Like how much of a difference does it make? pros and Cons? As a person who's always stuck with stock knobs I don't have much experience with this so a little help would come in handy

http://www.shopflossy.com/products/the-elton

http://www.shopflossy.com/products/t...n-heavy-weight

Lee358 · 07-30-2012, 10:48 PM

They are amazing quality. The heavyweight will make your shifting smoother i have the shortie redhead and it actually feels like it just wants to float into the next gear.

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enjoi23 · 07-30-2012, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Lee358

They are amazing quality. The heavyweight will make your shifting smoother i have the shortie redhead and it actually feels like it just wants to float into the next gear.

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how does it look from the drivers view? I saw pictures of those on the website and they also caught my attention but the texture didn't look as smooth and fancy as the ones I listed above.

Lee358 · 07-30-2012, 11:11 PM

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Like this view? This knob is textured it dissipates the heat so it doesn't get as hot. Its like a textured powder coat.

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Slartibartfast · 07-30-2012, 11:12 PM

I just got my Flossy Grip Tape Shorty a few days ago. I've never had a weighted shift knob before and I LOVE the effect. Shifts are smoother, and more solid feeling. High quality product. Highly recommended!

enjoi23 · 07-30-2012, 11:13 PM

what about these? I've never heard of this brand before but the knobs look nice..
http://ft86speedfactory.com/index.ph...ort=20a&page=1

wallace03 · 07-30-2012, 11:16 PM

i thought only the shorty knobs will work on m/t for the reverse function.

Lee358 · 07-30-2012, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by wallace03

i thought only the shorty knobs will work on m/t for the reverse function.

Tht is correct

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Neziah · 07-30-2012, 11:22 PM

What are they made of?

Lee358 · 07-30-2012, 11:25 PM

the Red head shorty specs

CNC produced with CARBON STEEL material
Powder Coated and Texturized for Grip and Feel
Coating allows for "cooler" effect, so knob stays cooler than most
Machined Threading allows for precision fitment with NO Delrin Inserts (bye-bye plastic)
Custom laser engraving on rounded surface so logo and coating never wears
Stealth series has small Flossy logo
Made in the USA 100% FLOSSY
500 GRAMS OF BUTTERYNESS
Stealth Series

enjoi23 · 07-30-2012, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lee358

Tht is correct

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so the eltons i was looking at have a different way of reversing?

Lee358 · 07-30-2012, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by enjoi23

so the eltons i was looking at have a different way of reversing?

correct because we have the lockout that you must pull up on the little nub on the bottom of the knob will block that.

Asterisked Accolade · 07-31-2012, 12:08 AM

Am i one of the only ones who doesn't like round shift knobs? What about cylindrical knobs?

Mitch · 07-31-2012, 01:50 AM

I much prefer round. Unassuming looks and great feel.

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wallace03 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: WRB BRZ Location: Houston Posts: 637 Thanks: 43 Thanked 143 Times in 95 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	i thought only the shorty knobs will work on m/t for the reverse function. __________________

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07-30-2012, 10:48 PM	#2
Lee358 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: nissan frontier, DGM MT BRZ Location: North nj Posts: 1,576 Thanks: 404 Thanked 419 Times in 254 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	They are amazing quality. The heavyweight will make your shifting smoother i have the shortie redhead and it actually feels like it just wants to float into the next gear. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

07-30-2012, 11:11 PM	#4
Lee358 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: nissan frontier, DGM MT BRZ Location: North nj Posts: 1,576 Thanks: 404 Thanked 419 Times in 254 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Like this view? This knob is textured it dissipates the heat so it doesn't get as hot. Its like a textured powder coat. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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Lee358 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: nissan frontier, DGM MT BRZ Location: North nj Posts: 1,576 Thanks: 404 Thanked 419 Times in 254 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	the Red head shorty specs CNC produced with CARBON STEEL material Powder Coated and Texturized for Grip and Feel Coating allows for "cooler" effect, so knob stays cooler than most Machined Threading allows for precision fitment with NO Delrin Inserts (bye-bye plastic) Custom laser engraving on rounded surface so logo and coating never wears Stealth series has small Flossy logo Made in the USA 100% FLOSSY 500 GRAMS OF BUTTERYNESS Stealth Series

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Mitch form follows function Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: RIP '13 BRZ Location: Baton Rouge Posts: 688 Thanks: 42 Thanked 234 Times in 122 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I much prefer round. Unassuming looks and great feel.

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