Shift Knob

[Underdog]

Anyone know what the thread size is on the shift lever? I need to repair mine since a PO snapped it off & only 2 threads remain. I figure to cut it down & weld a bolt on, maybe shorten it a bit in the process. I figured it would be metric but an 8mm won't thread in. A 5/16 SAE threads into the knob but feels a little loose. BTW, stock LT77 in a TR8.
Thanks, Jim

72 MGB BRG
80 TR8 Persian Aqua
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[harrisole]

Hi Jim ,
I shortened my gear stick by 30mm and using a 8mm die nut cut new threads , after the original gear-knob fitted back on ok .
Hope this helps .
Keith.


keith harris

[Underdog]

Thanks. I thought that it should be metric since the rest of the trans is. Perhaps the threads in my knob are buggered up from running it only screwed onto the two threads? I will have to check it out a little better. I like the idea of shortening the throw. I need to work on this today so I can continue reinstalling the interior.
Jim

72 MGB BRG
80 TR8 Persian Aqua
If women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy.

[john 215]

Hi,
There are 2 five speed gear knobs listed, up to vin403722 and post that number poss different thread size [?] [?]
Cheers John.

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