why are shiftknobs so expensive?

**Penguinking** · 09-17-2002 03:52 PM

the momo one costs like 80 some friggin dollars!!!! what's up with that? i installed a SS in my car a while back, but overtightened the stock shiftknob, and cause the threading is plastic, it got stripped, so im in the market for a new one. but i want something reasonable here...i checked vivid and teagues, and they didnt have much selection (or price was too expensive)

**fengshui** · 09-17-2002 03:56 PM

because its either momo (quality and high price) or cheapies made specifically for hondas that glow neon and are tasteless chrome colors that sell in Pep Boys.

-c

**Penguinking** · 09-17-2002 04:11 PM

its just a piece of aluminum!!!!! just some molded piece of junk with a sticker on it, or wrapped w/ leather - i don't get it....something so miniscule costs like 90???no way

**AutoXJunkie** · 09-18-2002 05:03 AM

Because people will pay it, of course. It's like Gucci, you're paying $20 for the knob and $60 for the label appeal. Higher prices mean lower volume but higher margins, and apparently that's where MOMO has decided they want to position themselves. Seems to be working....

**MadDog** · 09-18-2002 01:27 PM

If you're looking for a Momo Race Airleather, you can get them for $65 shipped here:

http://forums.i-club.com/forums/show...hreadid=215541

Hope that helps!

**Kira** · 09-18-2002 01:52 PM

Or, you can also get this

knob

**Penguinking** · 09-18-2002 04:07 PM

Originally posted by Kira
Or, you can also get this

knob

thats...just...terrible lol

its like the pet rock idea

**dark_rex** · 09-19-2002 07:17 AM

Originally posted by Kira
Or, you can also get this

knob

LOL

you're funny.

dR

**PlatinumWRX** · 09-19-2002 07:19 AM

In all fairness, SUPPLY AND DEMAND. Shift knobs are relatively low quantity item made from pretty high quality material. Pay to play, if you don't want to pay, use your stock knob!

I honestly feel that my Race Air Leather was worth every penny of the $70 I paid for it. It is weighted nicely, the shape adds to my driving experience, and IT LOOKS GOOD.

**Penguinking** · 09-19-2002 03:08 PM

well, truth is, i probly WOULD be using my stock knob, but i stripped the threading cause i overtightend it on my SS, so now its kinda loose and it vibrates over 5000rpm

**PlatinumWRX** · 09-19-2002 03:14 PM

Originally posted by Penguinking
well, truth is, i probly WOULD be using my stock knob, but i stripped the threading cause i overtightend it on my SS, so now its kinda loose and it vibrates over 5000rpm

I sell you mine. PM me!

-Jim

**Dick Nogs** · 10-01-2002 09:01 PM

Originally posted by Penguinking
the momo one costs like 80 some friggin dollars!!!! what's up with that? i installed a SS in my car a while back, but overtightened the stock shiftknob, and cause the threading is plastic, it got stripped, so im in the market for a new one. but i want something reasonable here...i checked vivid and teagues, and they didnt have much selection (or price was too expensive)

The Kartboy Knuckleball shift knob is my choice bar none. it screws onto the shaft (like OEM) instead of bolting on like aftermarket. It's brushed aluminum (blk or silv) and is only like $40.

Added bonus: It's much shorter in overall height than the stock knob so it's almost like a short-throw shifter! I LOVE it.