I've been telling people for decades that heavy shift knobs only increase your chances of damaging the synchros. I thought it was common sense, but turns out that it isn't. I love the yelling part of the vid.
You are correct, sir! My shift knob is a plain black Delrin sphere. So lightweight it only takes two fingers to shift and it's warmer in winter than those icy metal knobs;)
i got a weighted knob as my first "Mod" (No clue there was a difference at the time). Now a few years later I'm upgrading the shifter and bushings, only to find I've been running this heavy ass diamond Like Wise knob and potentially hurting my STi 6-speed. Went to find my OEM knob in the garage but i must've throw it out one day.
but they make my shift in my auto feel so much smoother and deliberate :) I made myself one from Delrin its great and cost like $5 minus the cost of a Lethe ofc haha
ok. Well I'll get some pictures of all the worn out shifter forks in Subarus from this practice. You can't disagree with physics and mechanical operation.
What if you are using a slightly heavier Knob but not super heavy like the one in the video? Like a 650g knob? Is that too heavy? Pretty sure that knob you have is like 1000g which is almost double what I have 😂
@@GetaDomTune -- Thank you for the response. I didn't see any manufacturer claiming gains aside from one company who apparently paid their media people in cocaine, because they were claiming over 30 HP at the wheels. Lol, no. I liked the idea of increasing the efficiency of the system to improve general characteristics of the engine. Plus, I'm a fan of efficiency.
There are lots of videos talking about the advantages of using a weighted shift knob. Obviously there is a limit. What weight would you recommend, or do you think those other videos are complete nonsense?
@GetaDomTune Please do! Let me know what you think. Essentially, though, they say weighted shift knobs give shifts a smoother, easier, more deliberate feel. I ended up ordering a new knob yesterday. Not weighted, but aluminum instead of plastic. Should be a bit heavier. I was trying to figure out what weight to buy before I saw your video. Then I figured I'd just get something that looks cool. We'll see in a couple weeks when it gets here. 🤷♂️
@GetaDomTune Hey man, I didn't invent them, and I'm not trying to defend them. I was just letting you know that weighted shift knobs are a whole market, with several companies focusing on just that. Don't shoot the messenger. And no, none of them "confirm its bad for the trans."
😂😂😂 Probably "expert" advice that came from the same brotatoes that slam their WRX, blow big vape chu chu clouds, and put stickers on their windshield that eat up wiper blades. "Yeah bro, get a weighted shift knob. Makes throws feel better and stretches your butt hole out better when you sit on it"😂😂😂😂
Dom I’m ripping this heavy ass knob out of my wrx now thanks for the info man this makes so much sense
I've been telling people for decades that heavy shift knobs only increase your chances of damaging the synchros. I thought it was common sense, but turns out that it isn't. I love the yelling part of the vid.
You are correct, sir! My shift knob is a plain black Delrin sphere. So lightweight it only takes two fingers to shift and it's warmer in winter than those icy metal knobs;)
i got a weighted knob as my first "Mod" (No clue there was a difference at the time). Now a few years later I'm upgrading the shifter and bushings, only to find I've been running this heavy ass diamond Like Wise knob and potentially hurting my STi 6-speed. Went to find my OEM knob in the garage but i must've throw it out one day.
Give em shit. Just like the billy big rigs with it extended to the roof liner. I 100% agree. If only they knew, what now some of them do.
Would a 400gram shift knob also be considered too heavy? Like what would be a weight ypu wouldnt want to surpass?
I just came here to say, I do what I want.
Plus, that WRX trans needs to be swapped anyway. *assuming it isn’t*
What’s wrong with the wax trans?
@@jeff666p Well, it's made of wax.
@@gavin__ meant wrx smart ass😂
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😳 oops... I guess you learn something everyday. Thank you for sharing😂
but they make my shift in my auto feel so much smoother and deliberate :)
I made myself one from Delrin its great and cost like $5 minus the cost of a Lethe ofc haha
Oem weight feels and shifts the best imo. There's a reason it came on the car from factory..
I have a delrin knob. Never hot, never cold, light weight
No disrespect, I’m gonna disagree. However I have a focus st and it runs off cables
ok. Well I'll get some pictures of all the worn out shifter forks in Subarus from this practice.
You can't disagree with physics and mechanical operation.
“STOP FUCKING DOIN THIS!!!” 😅😂
What if you are using a slightly heavier Knob but not super heavy like the one in the video? Like a 650g knob? Is that too heavy? Pretty sure that knob you have is like 1000g which is almost double what I have 😂
I've never put them on a scale, but the heavier the knob, the faster the wear and the greater chance of damage to the trans. Lighter is better.
Love ya Dom, miss the more regular content, don’t make me move 2 hours north just to see your face more often!!! I may need a job..
We're taking applications!
"To go faster everywhere, add lightness."
What do you think about aftermarket charge pipes for 2015+ WRXs?
I haven't seen gains in the power department with them, but I haven't seen losses either. Durability is a nice plus.
@@GetaDomTune -- Thank you for the response. I didn't see any manufacturer claiming gains aside from one company who apparently paid their media people in cocaine, because they were claiming over 30 HP at the wheels. Lol, no.
I liked the idea of increasing the efficiency of the system to improve general characteristics of the engine. Plus, I'm a fan of efficiency.
@@foxp2483 the factory unit is very efficient.
Miss you on Facebook Dom. Thanks for the laugh XD
So glad to be rid of that toxic place
its like holding your shifter while driving !!!!!!!!!!! Dom more content please
Ah for Forks sake. Don't 🤦♂️ And stop keeping your hand on the shifter as u drive
There are lots of videos talking about the advantages of using a weighted shift knob. Obviously there is a limit. What weight would you recommend, or do you think those other videos are complete nonsense?
I can't think of a single advantage
I guess I'd have to watch those videos to see how full of it they are.
@GetaDomTune Please do! Let me know what you think. Essentially, though, they say weighted shift knobs give shifts a smoother, easier, more deliberate feel. I ended up ordering a new knob yesterday. Not weighted, but aluminum instead of plastic. Should be a bit heavier. I was trying to figure out what weight to buy before I saw your video. Then I figured I'd just get something that looks cool. We'll see in a couple weeks when it gets here. 🤷♂️
@@BOBimusRex ah so they confirm they're bad for the trans but used words like smooth and deliberate.
@GetaDomTune Hey man, I didn't invent them, and I'm not trying to defend them. I was just letting you know that weighted shift knobs are a whole market, with several companies focusing on just that. Don't shoot the messenger. And no, none of them "confirm its bad for the trans."
Thanks for the info mann
is 500g heavy enough to cause issues?
Its fine dude, chill. Its just a subaru. 🤣🤣🤣
😂😂😂 Probably "expert" advice that came from the same brotatoes that slam their WRX, blow big vape chu chu clouds, and put stickers on their windshield that eat up wiper blades. "Yeah bro, get a weighted shift knob. Makes throws feel better and stretches your butt hole out better when you sit on it"😂😂😂😂
Dominic, I think you'll find that heavy shift knobs are actually Rally Stage Proven (TM).
Lol!!
Thanks for setting me straight
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