'06 Si shift knob removal problem, need advice

VTecVoodoo · 10-19-2006, 10:16 PM

I just received my new Skunk2 Shift knob, I've been looking forward to installing it. Problem: I haven't been able to remove the stock one. I've STF, and on the web, and looked at all the available info on the subject of removing shift knobs on an '06 Si. The procedure is simple:

"1. Make sure the emergency brake is on. Put the shifter into neutral and remove the shift knob by loosening the nut at the base of the knob. Unscrew the knob and nut and set them aside"

I'm having a problem. The nut at base of knob won't loosen. Nothing.

Using a wrench, adjusted to get a good solid grip, turning counter-clockwise, I've been unable to get it to budge. I've tried really hard. I'm at risk of stripping the surface of the nut if I try any harder. The black paint on the nut is already chipping off a little, revealing the metal underneath. I stopped, not wanting to do any further damage to the exterior suface of the nut.

Why is the nut so stuck? Anyone else run into this when trying to install a new shift knob?

dREsTrUcTiON · 10-19-2006, 10:18 PM

Mine didn't even require me to use a wrench to take it off. I pulled the hand brake up, put it in 3rd, and twisted counter clockwise like hell. Came loose with a few tries...

***atruhondagrl*** · 10-19-2006, 10:27 PM

Hold a rag around the base as to not get overspary. Use WD40. Then try to loosen.

[IVI] · 10-19-2006, 10:53 PM

Here's the deal. At first, turn the nut CLOCKWISE. Then turn the shift knob counter clockwise to remove. Then turn the nut counter-clockwise to remove from the shifter. It's an odd set up, but trust me, I've done it twice.

VTecVoodoo · 10-19-2006, 10:58 PM

Going to try the WD-40 thing. Due for a trip to Auto Supply store. Maybe a tool more precise than a wrench might help, too.

The guy at Honda Parts, earlier today (I was in picking up wiper blades I'd ordered) seemed to think I could screw off the knob by hand. Ohter users have reported it being easy, too.

It was hot inside my car when I started this, wonder if that's a factor. I don't think so. I'd tried loosening it by hand a few days ago, too, when it was cool.

Hope the WD-40 works, thanks for the suggestion. I'll report back after I've tried it.

VTecVoodoo · 10-19-2006, 10:59 PM

Just saw the new message, re: clockwise.

I'll try that first. Thanks guys....

VTecVoodoo · 10-19-2006, 11:55 PM

"Here's the deal. At first, turn the nut CLOCKWISE. Then turn the shift knob counter clockwise to remove. Then turn the nut counter-clockwise to remove from the shifter. It's an odd set up, but trust me, I've done it twice."

That was the ticket. It worked.

You're right. It is an odd setup. If I hadn't read your post, IVI, I don't think I'd have figured it out.

It took a few more minutes of fooling around to get the knob oriented correctly, so the shift diagram on the top of the knob read right-side up.

Feels GREAT to have the Skunk2 knob in place. That thing is heavy. Once installed, the weight isn't as overwhelming as it feels in the palm of your hand. Installed it feels pretty normal. I love it. The gun metal grey is darker than I imagined. Of course, now all I want to do is sit in my car and look at it.

It's only my second official mod. (the first being a Garmin GPS device) next in line is a shift boot, which I ordered a few days ago, with the red stitching.

Thanks again for the suggestions, glad to have the Skunk2 Racing Billet 6 Speed Knob securely installed.

bradmanuwf · 10-20-2006, 01:05 AM

can't make it go up if there is something in the way huh...... 2% factor. think it through, problem solve, adapt, overcome

cbizz · 10-27-2006, 11:10 AM

I just got one, can't wait to install...

sheek360 · 10-27-2006, 11:35 AM

sorry 4 the thread jack

i was racing someone and when i shifted from 3rd to 4th my knob came off. I actually gave my buddy, who was sitting in the back, a black eye!

VTecVoodoo · 10-27-2006, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sheek360

sorry 4 the thread jack

i was racing someone and when i shifted from 3rd to 4th my knob came off. I actually gave my buddy, who was sitting in the back, a black eye!

That is funny...

***marc-o-lishuz*** · 10-27-2006, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sheek360

sorry 4 the thread jack

i was racing someone and when i shifted from 3rd to 4th my knob came off. I actually gave my buddy, who was sitting in the back, a black eye!

did u win the race?

sheek360 · 10-27-2006, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marc-o-lishuz

did u win the race?

yes, it was a rsx non type S but he was spraying. I beat em off the hole but i just wanted to take it to 120 just to really sink the ass whooping in there! lol. i had to buy my friend ice cream to make up 4 it. the only reason i had 2 other people in the car was cuz he wanted lenghths and i told em no. I told em ill just put my friends in the car. i was glad i wooped em. i h8 people that just talk so much crap. the 2nd he said that he pulled on a ferrari i told em "okay dude, u talk to much, lets run em."

NewDanger · 12-18-2006, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sheek360

sorry 4 the thread jack

i was racing someone and when i shifted from 3rd to 4th my knob came off. I actually gave my buddy, who was sitting in the back, a black eye!

that's crazy. good you won the race though. has it happened again since???

tennisfan16 · 12-18-2006, 09:40 PM

holy crap, talk about bringing a thread back from the dead.

imtim25 · 12-18-2006, 09:47 PM

i just started turning mine and it popped right out

Rocco · 12-23-2006, 01:47 PM

i kind of had a problem putting on my 2000 s2000 shiftknob on..but i realized all you have to do is adjust the nut to how you want it to face....but my stock shift knob came right off with a couple turns.

07 fg2 · 09-21-2008, 04:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VTecVoodoo

"Here's the deal. At first, turn the nut CLOCKWISE using a 14mm open-end wrench. Then turn the shift knob counter clockwise to remove. Then turn the nut counter-clockwise to remove from the shifter. It's an odd set up, but trust me, I've done it twice."

That was the ticket. It worked.

You're right. It is an odd setup. If I hadn't read your post, IVI, I don't think I'd have figured it out.

It took a few more minutes of fooling around to get the knob oriented correctly, so the shift diagram on the top of the knob read right-side up.

Feels GREAT to have the Skunk2 knob in place. That thing is heavy. Once installed, the weight isn't as overwhelming as it feels in the palm of your hand. Installed it feels pretty normal. I love it. The gun metal grey is darker than I imagined. Of course, now all I want to do is sit in my car and look at it.

It's only my second official mod. (the first being a Garmin GPS device) next in line is a shift boot, which I ordered a few days ago, with the red stitching.

Thanks again for the suggestions, glad to have the Skunk2 Racing Billet 6 Speed Knob securely installed.

great write up! using this i installed my mugen knob in 2mins. thanks!

10-19-2006, 10:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
VTecVoodoo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 147	'06 Si shift knob removal problem, need advice I just received my new Skunk2 Shift knob, I've been looking forward to installing it. Problem: I haven't been able to remove the stock one. I've STF, and on the web, and looked at all the available info on the subject of removing shift knobs on an '06 Si. The procedure is simple: "1. Make sure the emergency brake is on. Put the shifter into neutral and remove the shift knob by loosening the nut at the base of the knob. Unscrew the knob and nut and set them aside" I'm having a problem. The nut at base of knob won't loosen. Nothing. Using a wrench, adjusted to get a good solid grip, turning counter-clockwise, I've been unable to get it to budge. I've tried really hard. I'm at risk of stripping the surface of the nut if I try any harder. The black paint on the nut is already chipping off a little, revealing the metal underneath. I stopped, not wanting to do any further damage to the exterior suface of the nut. Why is the nut so stuck? Anyone else run into this when trying to install a new shift knob? Attached Thumbnails
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10-19-2006, 10:18 PM	#2 (permalink)
dREsTrUcTiON Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 198	Mine didn't even require me to use a wrench to take it off. I pulled the hand brake up, put it in 3rd, and twisted counter clockwise like hell. Came loose with a few tries...

10-19-2006, 10:27 PM	#3 (permalink)
*atruhondagrl* VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 37,302	Hold a rag around the base as to not get overspary. Use WD40. Then try to loosen.

10-19-2006, 10:53 PM	#4 (permalink)
[IVI] Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Houston, Texas Age: 34 Posts: 1,638 Bryan	Here's the deal. At first, turn the nut CLOCKWISE. Then turn the shift knob counter clockwise to remove. Then turn the nut counter-clockwise to remove from the shifter. It's an odd set up, but trust me, I've done it twice.

10-19-2006, 10:58 PM	#5 (permalink)
VTecVoodoo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 147	Going to try the WD-40 thing. Due for a trip to Auto Supply store. Maybe a tool more precise than a wrench might help, too. The guy at Honda Parts, earlier today (I was in picking up wiper blades I'd ordered) seemed to think I could screw off the knob by hand. Ohter users have reported it being easy, too. It was hot inside my car when I started this, wonder if that's a factor. I don't think so. I'd tried loosening it by hand a few days ago, too, when it was cool. Hope the WD-40 works, thanks for the suggestion. I'll report back after I've tried it.

10-19-2006, 10:59 PM	#6 (permalink)
VTecVoodoo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 147	Just saw the new message, re: clockwise. I'll try that first. Thanks guys....

10-19-2006, 11:55 PM	#7 (permalink)
VTecVoodoo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 147	"Here's the deal. At first, turn the nut CLOCKWISE. Then turn the shift knob counter clockwise to remove. Then turn the nut counter-clockwise to remove from the shifter. It's an odd set up, but trust me, I've done it twice." That was the ticket. It worked. You're right. It is an odd setup. If I hadn't read your post, IVI, I don't think I'd have figured it out. It took a few more minutes of fooling around to get the knob oriented correctly, so the shift diagram on the top of the knob read right-side up. Feels GREAT to have the Skunk2 knob in place. That thing is heavy. Once installed, the weight isn't as overwhelming as it feels in the palm of your hand. Installed it feels pretty normal. I love it. The gun metal grey is darker than I imagined. Of course, now all I want to do is sit in my car and look at it. It's only my second official mod. (the first being a Garmin GPS device) next in line is a shift boot, which I ordered a few days ago, with the red stitching. Thanks again for the suggestions, glad to have the Skunk2 Racing Billet 6 Speed Knob securely installed.

10-20-2006, 01:05 AM	#8 (permalink)
bradmanuwf Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 160	can't make it go up if there is something in the way huh...... 2% factor. think it through, problem solve, adapt, overcome

10-27-2006, 11:10 AM	#9 (permalink)
cbizz Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: N.S Canada Posts: 582 Chuck Mitchell	I just got one, can't wait to install...

10-27-2006, 11:35 AM	#10 (permalink)
sheek360 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Miami Posts: 1,567	sorry 4 the thread jack i was racing someone and when i shifted from 3rd to 4th my knob came off. I actually gave my buddy, who was sitting in the back, a black eye!

12-18-2006, 09:40 PM	#15 (permalink)
tennisfan16 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: I have a cat. Age: 28 Posts: 3,737	holy crap, talk about bringing a thread back from the dead.

12-18-2006, 09:47 PM	#16 (permalink)
imtim25 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 1,282	i just started turning mine and it popped right out

12-23-2006, 01:47 PM	#17 (permalink)
Rocco Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 272	i kind of had a problem putting on my 2000 s2000 shiftknob on..but i realized all you have to do is adjust the nut to how you want it to face....but my stock shift knob came right off with a couple turns.

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