s code mach Posted May 16, 2009 Report Share Posted May 16, 2009 What kind of a job is it to swap out the shifter handle to the aftermarket ball? I'm not sure if it's a bolt on or if you have to get into the transmission. I'm not big on alterations but I hate the stupid shifter they put on there is a joke, that has to be the worst shift knob ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SicShelby Posted May 16, 2009 Report Share Posted May 16, 2009 What kind of a job is it to swap out the shifter handle to the aftermarket ball? I'm not sure if it's a bolt on or if you have to get into the transmission. I'm not big on alterations but I hate the stupid shifter they put on there is a joke, that has to be the worst shift knob ever. There is picture of the shifter lever in this thread (Click Here). Just unscrew the stock knob and take the boot off, unbolt the stock lever and replace with a new one like this (Click Here). If you replace the stock shifter with a short throw, that will take more work... Hope this helps... - Gabe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6-Speed Posted May 16, 2009 Report Share Posted May 16, 2009 You have a couple of choices here. I opted to replace the entire handle with a Ford Racing polished stainless steel handle with a white ball knob (M-7213-K). This handle has no rubber isolation at its attachment point so it has the feature of transmitting some tranny noise to the cabin in the form of a light buzzing while in certain gears and RPMs. The OEM handle is wrapped in rubber where it attaches to the shifter mechanism to damp out NVH. However, the FR handle does offer a more positive shift feel due to the solid attachment. FR also offers a black handle/ball combination. Installation is pretty simple. See post #13 in this thread for installation details: http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php...t=0&start=0 Here's an updated "How-to" at another site. http://www.svtperformance.com/forums/how-2...ter-handle.html You can also order an aftermarket knob for use with the OEM handle. Grabberpony.com makes a nice custom ball knob in various colors and engraving. You'll need to order the boot adapter for use with the OEM handle and specify the correct threading on the knob (OEM handle thead = 12mm x 1.25) http://www.grabberpony.com/index.php?act=v...mp;productId=35 Or you can do both like I did - FR Handle and Grabber Pony knob (FR Handle thread = 3/8" x 16 TPI): There are other options as well - these are just two that I am familiar with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasShelby Posted May 16, 2009 Report Share Posted May 16, 2009 I put the FRPP KR shifter in it and love it. You'll be amazed how better it shifts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s code mach Posted May 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2009 Thanks for the info guys, that shifter is my only gripe with the car. I dopn't know what the idea was but I can't find any way to grab it that makes it tolerable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slabo Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 2010 Shift Knob Details here: 2010 Shift Knob Mod Redo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gradona Posted May 22, 2009 Report Share Posted May 22, 2009 I put mine on tonight. Without a doubt the easiest mod I've ever done on anything. Can't wait to test drive it this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCD Posted June 4, 2009 Report Share Posted June 4, 2009 2010 Shift Knob Details here: 2010 Shift Knob Mod Redo That's the shifter knob I like... I checked the details link but it goes to the picture... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slabo Posted June 4, 2009 Report Share Posted June 4, 2009 That's the shifter knob I like... I checked the details link but it goes to the picture... Sorry. Here is the correct link 2010 Shift Knob Mod Redo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCD Posted June 4, 2009 Report Share Posted June 4, 2009 Thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbackg Posted September 2, 2009 Report Share Posted September 2, 2009 You have a couple of choices here. I opted to replace the entire handle with a Ford Racing polished stainless steel handle with a white ball knob (M-7213-K). This handle has no rubber isolation at its attachment point so it has the feature of transmitting some tranny noise to the cabin in the form of a light buzzing while in certain gears and RPMs. The OEM handle is wrapped in rubber where it attaches to the shifter mechanism to damp out NVH. However, the FR handle does offer a more positive shift feel due to the solid attachment. FR also offers a black handle/ball combination. Installation is pretty simple. See post #13 in this thread for installation details: http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php...t=0&start=0 Here's an updated "How-to" at another site. http://www.svtperformance.com/forums/how-2...ter-handle.html You can also order an aftermarket knob for use with the OEM handle. Grabberpony.com makes a nice custom ball knob in various colors and engraving. You'll need to order the boot adapter for use with the OEM handle and specify the correct threading on the knob (OEM handle thead = 12mm x 1.25) http://www.grabberpony.com/index.php?act=v...mp;productId=35 Or you can do both like I did - FR Handle and Grabber Pony knob (FR Handle thread = 3/8" x 16 TPI): There are other options as well - these are just two that I am familiar with. Can someone please confirm, a picture would be great. Does the FRPP, part # M-7213-K, "KR" chrome shifter shaft say "HURST" on it? H U R S T I am thinking about getting the Shelby short throw shifter and change out the shaft with the chrome "HURST" logo shaft. IMO, I really do not like the look of the SHELBY billet shaft, plus it looks shorter in height. I have seen the "HURST" logo chrome shifter shaft on a Shelby GT and a 07 or 08 Shelby Terlingua. Is there a different part # for the "HURST" logo chrome shifter shaft? Where can you get one? Will it fit the GT500 6 speed? Thank you for your help and replies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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