Shift knob options [Archive] - Viper Owners Association

Viktimize

01-04-2015, 11:27 PM

Is there anyone making a decent knob for the Viper yet? I had the MGW gripper shifter in my Gen3, but even that was basically just a shorter version of the goofy 8-ball looking stock shifter. And MGW doesn't list anything for Vipers anymore. Not sure if you can still order from them by contacting them?

Looking for something that is designed with ergonomics in mind like this

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If it really comes down to it I can probably just by a nice knob for another car, and have a stalk made by a millwright or machinist I know out of a rod of aluminum. But it sure would be easier to just buy something that already works.

Sainthitch

01-05-2015, 08:02 AM

I dont believe you can any "Viper" products from them anymore...some legal issue about the logos. I am sure they can still make a blank shifter of your liking though.

Space Truckin

01-05-2015, 10:44 PM

Here is the one I ran in my previous Vipers and absolutely LOVED it. Have a hard time giving 100% more than what MGW charged. :furious::furious::furious:

http://theviperstore.com/Pictures_Viper3_Upgrade_Shifter_Knob.htm

http://i.imgur.com/ukPEigu.jpg

FrgMstr

01-05-2015, 11:12 PM

genVer

01-06-2015, 12:22 AM

I have owned all three shifter knobs that MGW makes and this one is by far my favorite. No Viper logo on it any more, but really who cares. You are driving it, you know what it is already.

http://www.mgwltd.com/corvette_race_knob.shtml

http://www.mgwltd.com/images/corvetteraceknob.jpg

I ran that one in my last two Vettes but it went with the last one when I moved up to the Viper. Do you know for sure it will work in the GenV Vipers? If so, I may pick up another as I loved that thing!

Viktimize

01-06-2015, 12:57 AM

I have owned all three shifter knobs that MGW makes and this one is by far my favorite. No Viper logo on it any more, but really who cares. You are driving it, you know what it is already.

http://www.mgwltd.com/corvette_race_knob.shtml

http://www.mgwltd.com/images/corvetteraceknob.jpg

I do like that race knob a lot better than the stock one. This is still available for the Viper?

FrgMstr

01-06-2015, 01:29 AM

I do like that race knob a lot better than the stock one. This is still available for the Viper?

To my knowledge yes. I called when I ordered it since I wanted the matte finish on ring. That was only a few months ago. Make sure they are clear on which exact model you want, there seems to be some confusion in their sales department.

Nambo

01-06-2015, 08:13 AM

I have the same MGW shifter that is in Space Truckin's photo in my Gen V just has the shift pattern in it and no Viper logo.

Malu59RT

01-06-2015, 10:47 AM

I prefer to buy direct from MGW, as it's cheaper than the Viper store, and MGW has been great with the last 4 knobs I've purchased from them. Just call them direct, and ask for the knob you want.

Phone: 706.793.1770
mgwltd.com

If you don't want to actually speak with someone, you can buy it from another vendor for an additional $50 or so here:
http://theviperstore.com/Viper5_Products_Performance_Shifters_More.htm

Space Truckin

01-06-2015, 10:51 AM

Malu59RT

01-06-2015, 11:10 AM

Hello, I have done that. Due to the powers that be, MGW is not offering "Viper" (licensing issues) :slap:

They don't sell with a logo (George told me that when I emailed him), but they obviously still make knobs that will fit on a Viper. It's their knobs on the Viperstore website link I posted. I got a shorty gripper knob for my Gen V in October, maybe now they only sell through viperstore?

Rapidrezults

01-06-2015, 11:26 AM

I called MGW direct and was told that the last of the "Viper" shifter knobs were all sold to the Viperstore and that they would not be making any more after the last run. After contacting the Viperstore, and a bit of confusion, the knob was somehow shipped from MGW because Viperstore did not receive all of the inventory they purchased yet. Sounded somewhat fishy, and I had to pay the Viper tax but I got it and it looks and feels much better than stock.

It's amazing how something as simple as a shifter knob can change the feel of the car. I couldn't stand the round knob.

Nine Ball

01-06-2015, 12:02 PM

I got one of the last "Stryker" logo MGW Race Knobs. By far the best shifter handle I've owned, have had them in 4 cars now. They still sell them, but with just the typical 6-speed gate logo on top now. SRT badgered them for using the logo.

http://i466.photobucket.com/albums/rr29/ynotdv8/2013%20Viper/DSC07955.jpg (http://s466.photobucket.com/user/ynotdv8/media/2013%20Viper/DSC07955.jpg.html)

http://i466.photobucket.com/albums/rr29/ynotdv8/2013%20Viper/DSC07954.jpg (http://s466.photobucket.com/user/ynotdv8/media/2013%20Viper/DSC07954.jpg.html)

genVer

01-06-2015, 12:04 PM

I just called MGW directly and ordered this knob for my GenV without any issues.

http://www.mgwltd.com/images/corvetteraceknob.jpg

Viktimize

01-06-2015, 12:11 PM

I couldn't care much less about the logo. A 6-speed pattern is fine by me. Looks like I will be calling MGW directly and ordering the race knob.

I really don't get why they pulled the whole Viper setting down? If they don't make logos anymore, they just had to update the pics on the site. Wonder how many sales they have missed out on because of this already?

Nine Ball

01-06-2015, 12:12 PM

MGW's car parts group isn't their primary business. It is just a hobby business, for the owner (George). They don't need to sell much, he just likes offering nice products for Vipers, since he is a fan of them.

Viktimize

01-06-2015, 12:19 PM

genVer

01-17-2015, 06:15 PM

Just got around to getting the new knob installed. For some odd reason I was concerned I wouldn't like it as well as I did on my Z06 but turns out I worried for nothing. Took it out for a few spirited runs and found the shifts to be extremely short and precise; this thing rocks in the Viper!!!

mblgjr

01-18-2015, 05:46 PM

George is a great guy.

I love my factory baseball knob though; lol.

Junkie

01-18-2015, 06:33 PM

Here is my MGW setup
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o2/slobra01/Viper/8C922CA6-3521-48E8-825C-C5DCA7067920_zps8mkjus4u.jpg (http://s116.photobucket.com/user/slobra01/media/Viper/8C922CA6-3521-48E8-825C-C5DCA7067920_zps8mkjus4u.jpg.html)

I've been using the factory knob with great luck, switched to this setup last night so we'll see how I like it. Looks great imo

Victxv10

01-22-2015, 06:49 PM

So is the Gen5 shifter the same as the Gen3/4, just dressed up with a better looking shift boot?

Viktimize

01-22-2015, 10:05 PM

So is the Gen5 shifter the same as the Gen3/4, just dressed up with a better looking shift boot?

Pretty sure it is different from what I have read. That's why you can't upgrade to the MGW made for the Gen4's. It's a different shape now.

Bruce

01-25-2015, 12:07 AM

Question to those using the MGW Race Know... can the knob be screwed down further than the OEM knob thus make the shift shorter?

Nine Ball

01-25-2015, 01:53 AM

Question to those using the MGW Race Know... can the knob be screwed down further than the OEM knob thus make the shift shorter?

Yes, it is a lot shorter than the OEM knob. You will actually want to raise it up a bit, from how far it can go down - otherwise your hand gets smashed between the knob and the console.

triblk6spd

02-15-2015, 05:46 PM

^^^^found that out the hard way. 1st gear... :/

James430

02-15-2015, 08:01 PM

I have tried 4 different knobs and have it narrowed down to these two.......The red button on the Tee Handle is hooked up to my NOS purge...But the Pistol grip feels a little better and shifts easier...they come with inserts that fit the Viper shifter shaft. 1/2x20...You can get either one in chrome,satin or black,got mine from. Summit..

SADVIPER

02-16-2015, 05:56 AM

I'm lovin the favtory knob. Wouldn't mind something nice but so far couldn't find a better looking knob. I've been thinking a knob with stripes to match my car

GOTSRT?

02-16-2015, 08:16 AM

MGW has always made great products!

jjrho

03-13-2015, 03:27 AM

just got the mgw shifter knob and wondering how the oem ball comes off and how the new one installs ?
loosen hex bolt some where below the leather boot ?

jR

FrgMstr

03-13-2015, 05:41 AM

just got the mgw shifter knob and wondering how the oem ball comes off and how the new one installs ?
loosen hex bolt some where below the leather boot ?

jR

Yep, nut on the shaft is a locking nut.

Viktimize

04-14-2015, 04:59 PM

Does the trim ring around the shift boot just pry up and off with a trim tool? Just making sure before I go break something.

jjrho

04-15-2015, 02:37 AM

Does the trim ring around the shift boot just pry up and off with a trim tool? Just making sure before I go break something.

uh...i was able to just push the leather boot all the way down and loosened the oem ball by loosening the locking nut then placed the mgw knob on the shaft and after locking the mgw locking screw, just pulled the leather boot up again...

Steve M

04-15-2015, 09:11 AM

So is the Gen5 shifter the same as the Gen3/4, just dressed up with a better looking shift boot?

Negative...totally different mechanism. There isn't as much clearance in the Gen 5 tunnel for the shifter, hence why no aftermarket option exists for the Gen 5 shifter. You can change knobs all day long though...

Viktimize

04-15-2015, 08:59 PM

uh...i was able to just push the leather boot all the way down and loosened the oem ball by loosening the locking nut then placed the mgw knob on the shaft and after locking the mgw locking screw, just pulled the leather boot up again...

Oh right on. Had to pull the whole boot trim ring off on the Gen3, just kind of assumed this would be the same. Thanks.

Jack B

04-15-2015, 09:44 PM

To add to what Steve said, in addition, the G5 is a billet shifter, the G4 is a stamping. When i installed the G4 trans in my car, I mounted the G5 shifter on the G4 trans. As Steve said, there is less clearance in the G5 tunnel, if you use a G4 trans in the G5, you must use the G5 shifter, the G4 shifter will hit the top of the tunnel.

Negative...totally different mechanism. There isn't as much clearance in the Gen 5 tunnel for the shifter, hence why no aftermarket option exists for the Gen 5 shifter. You can change knobs all day long though...

rlhay2

08-24-2015, 06:07 PM

I got one of the last "Stryker" logo MGW Race Knobs. By far the best shifter handle I've owned, have had them in 4 cars now. They still sell them, but with just the typical 6-speed gate logo on top now.

http://i466.photobucket.com/albums/rr29/ynotdv8/2013%20Viper/DSC07954.jpg (http://s466.photobucket.com/user/ynotdv8/media/2013%20Viper/DSC07954.jpg.html)

Regrettably, MGW is no longer selling the race knob for the Viper.
I called them today to get one and was informed they no longer stock that item.:(

racegate

08-24-2015, 06:13 PM

Do they not sell the shift knob period, or just the one with the Viper/SRT logo?

What are the options for GEN2 cars (if any?)? Do the GEN3/4/5 shift knobs work?

Jack B

08-24-2015, 10:53 PM

They are all the same, I have a MGW G2 aftermarket on mine. the problem is they do not have the Stryker logo.

Do they not sell the shift knob period, or just the one with the Viper/SRT logo?

What are the options for GEN2 cars (if any?)? Do the GEN3/4/5 shift knobs work?

FLATOUT

08-25-2015, 06:52 AM

Regrettably, MGW is no longer selling the race knob for the Viper.
I called them today to get one and was informed they no longer stock that item.:(

They should still be selling the version with the shift gates on top.

FrgMstr

08-25-2015, 08:57 AM

Looks like they have gotten out of the shift knob business altogether from their website. :( Glad I got my dildo shifter when they still had those.

wrh3

08-25-2015, 09:54 AM

I called today and they no longer carry Viper products.

Jack B

08-25-2015, 10:45 AM

That would be a good option. The feel of their product is excellent, far better than oem.

They should still be selling the version with the shift gates on top.

DEMO MAN

08-25-2015, 11:00 AM

I wanted an old school Mopar pistol grip shifter for my Viper like I had back in the 70s and 80s in the Chargers and Dart. I searched everywhere with zero success so I decided to make my own. I designed a blank for the handle and bought a Hurst shifter and cut it down to accept the blank. Then took the blank and tig welded to the Hurst shifter. It all came together nicely and I even had it formed to the left about 15 degrees to fit the natural position of my hand when shifting. It feels like the good old days without the massive height.

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