thomasrally 3 Posted March 20, 2012 Do these quaife gear knobs fit a normal 205gti stick? If not does anyone know of a quaife style one that does? http://www.quaife.co.uk/shop/products/qge11z005 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
allye 530 3 Cars Posted March 20, 2012 No, a 205 lever has a sort of ridge end to it, not a thread so the knob just pushes on. If you want to fit it you'll have to cut off the top bit and tap a thread onto it, will make it short though, here my extended (top and bottom) lever with said knob, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MiniGibbo 142 Posted March 20, 2012 Christ that must nearly touch the roof Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baz 421 Posted March 20, 2012 They don't fit on standard levers as Ali says, you need to tap a thread, and they're £10 postage! But; You can get a very similar nylon spun knob on egay in M10 or M12 fitting, black or white, much cheaper. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thomasrally 3 Posted March 21, 2012 They don't fit on standard levers as Ali says, you need to tap a thread, and they're £10 postage! But; You can get a very similar nylon spun knob on egay in M10 or M12 fitting, black or white, much cheaper. Think I've seen those ones, can the thread be tapped straight onto the lever or does it *have* to be cut down? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baz 421 Posted March 21, 2012 You could try, but ideally have to cut down a standard lever to where it's round again or add a bit on as they're pressed into a X-shape with knurling for the standard knob fitting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
allye 530 3 Cars Posted March 21, 2012 Christ that must nearly touch the roof Not at all, its really nice to use. Felt so wierd getting back in the 309 with its stubby lever! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MiniGibbo 142 Posted March 21, 2012 Must have long fingers to put it in reverse ehh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
allye 530 3 Cars Posted March 21, 2012 Must have long fingers to put it in reverse ehh Haha, just use it half way down not with your hand on the knob. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matt.f 16 Posted March 22, 2012 My brother has one from Harry Hockley motorsport on his satria rallycar,will see how it fits and compare to 205 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
engine killer 5 Posted March 23, 2012 regarding to the gear knob, has anyone got any idea where can i get a bmw motorsport golf ball gear knob that used by the bmw team? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chipstick 382 1 Cars Posted March 23, 2012 ^ You would need deep pockets for one of those!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baz 421 Posted March 23, 2012 & they haven't made them for some time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
engine killer 5 Posted March 23, 2012 ^ You would need deep pockets for one of those!! checked before, it cost about GBP30-40 but it was some years ago & they haven't made them for some time. the local motor factors told me so too. thanks anyway, but if anyone by any chance know where i can find one again, i wouldn't mind to pay a higher premium for one to own one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
