Razo RA96A GT Advance Black Leather Short Shift Knob - Pack of 1

by Razo

Product Features

• GT advance short black leather
• 340 gram weight
• High-performance gun grip shift knob that's compatible with reverse ring equipped manual transmissions
• Properly balanced weight significantly improves shifting operation
• Sleek, anatomically correct design

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000CPILZE
• Item model number: RA96A
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,139 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
  • #22 in Automotive > Interior Accessories > Shift Boots & Knobs > Knobs

Product Description

Razo GT Advance Black Leather Short Shift Knob is created for the fellow motoring enthusiasts who demand the highest level in form and function. It is the first and foremost designed for Japanese vehicles, with selected application for Domestic and European models. This shift knob has the signature as well as height adjustable feature in which an II mark indicates 2 levels of height adjustability and a III mark indicates 3 levels of height adjustability.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Better than stock, October 23, 2009

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B. Mitchell - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Razo RA96A GT Advance Black Leather Short Shift Knob - Pack of 1 (Misc.)

Replacing a worn shift knob in a Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, I looked at quite a few different ones. Finally decided on this Razo and am glad I did. This shift knob has a much better weight and feel than stock. Installation was easy with the included adapters. I now have better, more solid shifting using the Razo. Only thing that I didn't like was no shift pattern on the knob itself, but on stickers that could be placed on the console.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Rock Solid Knob, December 26, 2009

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Adam L. Rogers - See all my reviews
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Not some cheap knock off or lightweight imitation, Rock solid and heavy, makes shifting feel like a breeze...Highly recommended, fits very well into my medium sized hand.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable, Attractive, Heavy, Affordable. Perfect!, November 15, 2011

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Justin (Iowa) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Razo RA96A GT Advance Black Leather Short Shift Knob - Pack of 1 (Misc.)

I've had my car for about a year now (2003 Pontiac Vibe GT) and have finally gotten around to buying a new shift knob. I wanted something fresh and this product delivered!

When I first received the package, I fell in love with the weight of this knob. It has some heft to it, which makes shifting feel great. I also immediately noticed how much smaller it is than the stock knob. I have big hands and it still fits very nicely while driving, despite its smaller size. It isn't awkwardly small but it's a very welcomed reduction in overall size.

Installation was a breeze. The instructions included had a small chart listing what size of insert to use for different makes. Since my Vibe is basically a Toyota Matrix, I found the appropriate insert (12mm, in this case) and screwed it down with the included piece (which is apparently necessary to reduce potential rattling). The package also includes a 10mm and an 8mm plastic piece for different applications. I took a picture of the aforementioned chart and uploaded it to the customer image gallery for this product. If you are interested in seeing what RAZO specifies in their instructions, that picture should be available. The list isn't very long but you can measure your shaft diameter for a better idea. I don't know what the significance of the reverse threading is so I'm not sure if simply having the right shaft diameter is enough to guarantee a good fit. I wish I could say with certainty but, unfortunately, I cannot.

They also included some stickers in the package. There is a RAZO sticker for general use and a couple of shift pattern stickers. It was a nice gesture but they seem rather useless (especially since neither of the patterns matched what is in my car). I'm not sure if they intended them to be put on the top surface of the knob or on the dash near the shifter, as a point of reference. They would look cheesy on the leather and I have no need for a reminder of how my gears are arranged. I could see how some people may make use of them so it's nice that they included them. They're just not useful for my needs. Oh well, it doesn't hurt to have them!

Once you bolt the insert down, installation was as easy as taking the old shift knob off and twisting this one on. The threading of the insert occurs through pressing down on the knob while rotating it in a clockwise direction. It took quite a few complete rotations before it felt screwed on enough to be stable. Once I got it screwed on well, it felt like it was firmly and securely installed. It hasn't come loose and feels very solid! I'm glad that it was easy to install because I wasn't sure what to expect when I placed the order. The instructions made a simple process clear through illustrations and to-the-point descriptions of the steps.

This shift knob is a great improvement over the stock knob in my Pontiac Vibe GT. I love the weight and size. It's very comfortable to hold and the added weight makes each throw feel powerful and sporty. The leather wrapping makes it look sleek. I'm hoping that it will help to keep the knob from getting too cold in the winter and too hot in the summer. It should be better than an entirely metal knob, at least. The slight pistol grip looks fierce and it fits the contours of my big hands very well.

I'm having a hard time identifying any flaws with this product. It's a terrific product being offered at a great price. The build quality is beyond what I was expecting for such a competitively priced piece. I can't imagine that it will have any trouble holding up. If, for whatever reason, the leather rips or some crazy accident occurs that renders this shifter unusable, I would purchase another without giving it much thought. It's hard to imagine finding a knob as nice as this for the price.

I strongly believe that you will enjoy this shift knob, should you decide to try it out. If you are concerned about the height, they offer a similarly designed shift knob with a big of extra height. If it's built as well as this (and I assume it is), you can't go wrong!