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Old Oct 31, 2012 | 08:28 PM
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So, for 2007-2010 as most of you know, you have that awkward looking huge shift knob with the button on the side. I know there's replacements you can buy for them, but does anyone know of a replacement that looks a lot like the factory Transfer case shift knob? I really like the look of the transfer case knob and would like it on the transmission shift knob as well.

I know the 2011 doesn't have a button at all, so I don't know how it would work with the button and a similar 2011 style knob.

Alternatively, is there a way to take the whole shift lever and knob from a 2011 and put it in a 2007?

For reference, here's the old style that I want to get rid of:

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Same transmission, different style shifters. Now it looks like fitting the entire shifting mechanism into the old style interior would be a pain to do so I'd settle for a similar style shifter with a button if need be. All of the aftermarket shift knobs I've seen have that machines aluminum look that I'm not too fond of.
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Old Nov 1, 2012 | 04:27 AM
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That's a shifter from the 2011+ model. Don't know the cost, but you can get them from MOPAR. They also slip on very easy, they have a pressure locking mechanism. Pm me if you have any questions, I've had mine off and on a few times.
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Old Nov 1, 2012 | 04:28 AM
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I didn't see that those were completely different layouts...I'm not sure if it would work or not. My bad
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Old Nov 1, 2012 | 05:19 AM
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Heres a couple options.

Drake Billet shift knob (comes in black or aluminum finish)

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Ebay shift knob (comes in black or silver)

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Old Nov 2, 2012 | 10:30 PM
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Thanks for the suggestions! Not sure which one I want because I really like the look of the transfer case oem knob, and don't want to change out both, but only changing one will make them clash!

Decisions decisions...
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