I'm a pre-order!

 

To anyone (with a TSX at least, maybe others) looking to have their shift boot sit immediately below the knob, like in these pictures, I installed my shift knob yesterday and had no problems rigging something up to accomplish this.

1. Remove old knob (14mm wrench for the locknut).
2. Remove the centre console (2 clips at front, 2-3 on each side, and 2 at the back). BE CAREFUL not to pull up where the ring is around the shift boot or you'll pop that portion off and require super glue to fix it from coming loose ()
3. Tilt the centre console forward, no need to disconnect the seat heater switches at all.
4. Get a zip-tie / ty-rap, a thicker one if possible. I used one that was about 1/4" wide. Put it on immediately above the little protrusions on the shifter stick.
5. Get some black electrical tape. Wrap this around the zip-tie about 4-5 times, then work upwards about 3/4" above the zip-tie to kind of make a cone shape. It'll be used to press-fit the collar of the shift boot between it and the knob, holding it secure. You probably want about 5-7 wraps at this spot so that there's no chance of it moving or getting loose over time.
6. Reinstall the centre console without attaching the clips.
7. Test-fit the Maven knob. The last few turns should have lots of resistance as this is the knob pushing the collar onto the taped area. Finally it'll come to a dead stop -- this is the end of the threads and is where the knob is meant to sit.
8. If you're happy with the results (and if it was done according to my instructions, you should be!), then go and pop the centre console back in place with its clips and grab a beer - job well done!

 

Nice cheap way to do it! Lol!

 

Ano ship date?

 

It works and the collar doesn't move at all... I'm happy with it.

 

nvm. got mine today.


will post pics when I get some time.

 

Please do! Looks awesome doesn't it?

 

Pics of the black will be sent to email; newsletter subscribers, so if you want to see this knob before the rest of the board you might want to sign up.

 

So i just got my Maven Mark one shift knob and WOW! this thing is heavy lol. Finish looks awesome. Driving takes some getting used to but i can say that for some reason shifting is alot more smoother. Great product, definitely worth the 60 bucks. i dont know what to do with my OEM shift knob now lol

Thx Marcus.

 

Thanks for the feedback!

"For some reason it a lot smoother"

The reason is because you have added mass to the lever system and that gives more momentum through the throw. The shifter actually shifts itself a bit with a heavy knob on it making the system feel smoother and easier for you!

 

Wondering if the TSX setup is similar or the same as for the TL. The shift boot is sitting just below the knob, and don't really see exactly the placement of a tie-rap to hold it up to the knob.

Anyone else have pictures?

 

The TL and the TSX have basically the same setup. The tie wrap or electrical tape needs to go UNDER the boot to hold it up!



This is a TSX.

 

Ever get a chance to put up some pictures of the black knob and/or weigh it?

 

I did put a black one in my TSX earlier in the weekend. It was looking pretty good, I think I am going to rock that one, fits better with the tan interior than the stainless does. Pics coming soon, There are some floating around though.

 

was just wondering how heavy the ano aluminum one was? thanks lmk

 

Very light. We don't publish a weight because it is not a selling factor really. It is good for performance drivers who want to shift FASTER. The stainless one is good for street drivers looking to shift SMOOTHER.

 

I got my stainless knob in the mail last week and that thing is awesome! Thanks Marcus!!

 

NP man, thanks for the order! Those dark chrome will be in any time now.

 

Any updates on the dark chrome, Marcus?

 

Yea FINALLY GOT THEM BACK. just yesterday as a matter of fact. Here is a pic of one installed on my TSX 6MT:



It looks great in my tan interior! Better than the silver or black IMO. If you have parchment or taupe interior this is a great option.

Marcus

 

Looks awesome. I just replied back to your email for more info on completing my purchase since I was in on the preorder. Can't wait!

 

i would like to see the black finish! the black chrome looks nice but the black finish i would like to see i didn't see pictures posted of it yet

 

On the maven order page there is a link for "detailed pics"

 

now i'm torn between them, black chrome or black.....lmaoo

 

collect 'em all!

 

^-- Now that sellin' some product.

 

Haha, hey man, we got 4 birthdays in April here, and two in May!

 

I love the black chrome! Black looks clean too though. Great work by Marcus, as always!

 

I'm feeling the dark chrome marcus +1. Still happy with the silver one though. Great product nonetheless.

 

Thanks for the props guys!

 

Hey tks Marcus i recieved my 5at shift knob today, it looks and feels great. The fit is perfect also.

 

Awesome!