Really like the hurst shift knob from quadratic. Anyone do this? Any threading issues on the 2012 6 speed. It says it's universal but I've have to re thread in the past and had to use loc tight. I don't want to do that again.

 

NONE of the JK's manual shift "sticks" are threaded (xfer case included).
most mfg's who sell aftermarket shift balls sell adapters of some type.

i just got done installing a set of sickspeed matching shift balls....the pair is the same price as the
SINGLE hurst ball. the Sickspeed knobs are the only ones i could find in a MATCHING set.

MANY colors and options are available.

I was able to THREAD the sickspeed ball onto the manual gearbox shift rod w/out using their adapter (the adapter is aluminum) and i just (last night) powered coated the adapter black so it blends in better (you could paint it i suppose)....i dont know that i recommend threading the ball on - its a delicate job & it could damage the threads on the ball.



heres a video of how to remove it (i didnt have to remove the top, just the bottom ring & pull HARD).

 

This was useful information. I never tried taking the factory one off. I just figured it was threaded.

 

I read a bunch of posts before i installed my b and m, tee handle shifter...multiple warnings on punching yourself in the face...still managed to do it!...just trying to warn ya...pull hard but don't stare down at it while your doing so! I picked up mine at AutoZone and drilled and tapped it to accept an Alan key locking screw...worked great

 

heres a couple of pictures that might help you -

remember i powdercoated the adapter (normally its 'natural' aluminum color)...
I wanted it to blend in w/ the interior more.

there are several diff size "nylon" inserts provided in the kit (so you can take up any rattle/slack needed), ive included a photo of one...they just slip in the inside of the adapter, they also prevent marring of the shifter stalk.



here's a picture of mine threaded on the shift stalk w/out the adapter (i may never have to install the adapter).
Im still considering a switch to BLACK w/ White lettering...but for now this is what i bought.

 

That looks great. Thank you guys.

 

This does look like a major pain in the ass for something As simple as a shift knob lol

 

not at all - take just a few minutes to pull the factory shift knobs, now that you know theyre not threaded on.
Im glad i did it.

its a shame more companies dont offer matching sets. there was no way i was gonna keep that factory crap on one shifter and not the other.

 

I agree. I think it's ridiculous, no one wants mismatched shift knobs. So I guess I just need to get a threading tool. I've done it before but I was hoping I wouldn't have to. I appreciate your help. Cheers.

 

Man, those knobs look fantastic. More of my money down the drain ...