Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THREADED GEARSHIFT KNOBS
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW SHIFT KNOB TO "BOTTOM OUT" ON SHIFTER SHAFT. THIS COULD CAUSE INTERNAL DAMAGE WHICH COULD CAUSE THE SHIFT KNOB TO RATTLE OR BREAK.
ALWAYS SECURE SHIFT KNOB USING A JAM NUT OR BOOT RETAINER.
Shift Knob Installation Instructions with Brass Adapter and Jam Nut
1. Determine correct Adapter and Jam Nut size.
2. Clean all threads prior to installation
CAUTION - DO NOT PUT ADAPTER DIRECTLY INTO SHIFT KNOB
3. Thread (silver) Jam Nut onto shifter until no more than 3/4" of threads are visible above Jam Nut.
4. Place flat washer on shifter above Jam Nut (for smaller shifter diameters only)
5. Thread (brass) Adapter onto shifter until it touches the Jam Nut (or flat washer)
6. Install Shift Knob onto Adapter until it becomes snug.
CAUTION - DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN
7. Turn knob counter-clockwise until graphics are in desired position
8. Turn Jam Nut counter-clockwise until it is tight against bottom of Adapter.
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW SHIFT KNOB TO "BOTTOM OUT" ON SHIFTER SHAFT.
DAMAGE COULD RESULT WHICH IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
Contact Speed Dawg LLC with any technical questions toll free 1-866-906-7801 or 1-717-741-2665.
Shift Knob Adapter Installation Instructions with Mustang (2005-2014) Boot Retainer:
1. Determine correct Threaded Brass Adapter Insert and Retainer thread size.
2. Clean all threads prior to installation.
3. Thread Boot Retainer onto shifter leaving approximately 1/2” of threads visible above Boot Retainer.
4. Thread Brass Adapter Insert onto shifter until it touches the Boot Retainer.
5. Install Shift Knob onto Adapter until it becomes snug.
CAUTION - DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN. DAMAGE COULD RESULT WHICH WILL CAUSE THE SHIFT KNOB TO RATTLE OR BREAK.
6. Turn knob counter-clockwise until graphics are in desired position.
7. Turn Boot Retainer counter-clockwise until it is tight against bottom of Shift Knob.
8. Attach shifter boot to Boot Retainer.
DO NOT ALLOW SHIFT KNOB TO "BOTTOM OUT" ON SHIFTER SHAFT.
DAMAGE COULD RESULT WHICH IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
Contact Speed Dawg LLC with any technical questions toll free 1-866-906-7801 or 717-741-2665.
Shift Knob Installation Instructions with Jam Nut:
1. Determine correct Shift Knob and Jam Nut thread size.
2. Clean all threads prior to installation.
3. Thread Jam Nut onto shifter until at least 1/2" of threads are visible above Jam Nut.
4. Install Shift Knob onto shifter until it becomes snug.
CAUTION - DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN. DAMAGE COULD RESULT WHICH WILL CAUSE THE SHIFT KNOB TO RATTLE OR BREAK.
5. Turn knob counter-clockwise until graphics are in desired position.
6. Turn Jam Nut counter-clockwise until it is tight against bottom of Shift Knob.
If you do not have a jam nut, a REMOVABLE Loctite™ type adhesive may be used to secure the Shift Knob. We recommend using a Loctite™ type adhesive that is NOT permanent so that the shift knob will not be damaged if future removal is necessary.
DO NOT ALLOW SHIFT KNOB TO "BOTTOM OUT" ON SHIFTER SHAFT.
DAMAGE COULD RESULT WHICH IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
Contact Speed Dawg LLC with any technical questions toll free 866-906-7801 or 717-741-2665.
Shift Knob with Recessed Threads for Reverse Lock Out Installation Instructions:
1. Clean all threads prior to installation.
2. Apply a small amount of Loctite™ type adhesive to shifter threads. We recommend using a Loctite™ type adhesive that is NOT permanent so that the shift knob will not be damaged if future removal is necessary.
3. Install Shift Knob by threading clockwise onto shifter shaft but stop as soon as it becomes snug. Do not tighten!
CAUTION - DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN. DAMAGE COULD RESULT WHICH WILL CAUSE THE SHIFT KNOB TO RATTLE OR BREAK.
5. Turn knob counter-clockwise until shift pattern or graphics are in desired position and the Reverse Lockout mechanism can be fully engaged and is functional.
6. Allow appropriate time for Loctite™ type adhesive to secure shift knob before using.
DO NOT ALLOW SHIFT KNOB TO "BOTTOM OUT" ON SHIFTER SHAFT.
DAMAGE COULD RESULT WHICH IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
Contact Speed Dawg LLC with any technical questions toll free 1-866-906-7801 or 717-741-2665.
Camaro / Corvette Built-In Shift Knob Adapter Installation Instructions:
Separate the shift boot from the shift knob. On some models (2013-15 Camaro) this is done by twisting the boot approximately a quarter turn. Then lower the shift boot to expose a single screw that holds the factory shift knob in place.
Remove the screw and the shift knob will slide off.
Other models (2016 & newer Camaro) require that the boot be separated from the console and then removing a screw that holds the shift knob to the boot. The plastic ring should then be removed from the boot.
Insert the new shift knob with Camaro Adapter / Corvette Adapter and align the shift pattern,Secure the shift knob with the new screw that is provided. On some of the newer models the screw will be inserted on the side opposite from where the factory screw was located.
For the 2013-15 Camaro models position the rubber O rings to fill the gap between the top of the shifter boot and the bottom of the shift knob. For 2016 and newer Camaro models you may want to remove the plastic ring from the shifter boot and use the rubber O rings that are provided to keep the shift boot snug against the Camaro Adapter / Corvette Adapter underneath the shift knob. The best option for newer models is to use a zip tie underneath the shifter boot to position and secure the shifter boot.
If you experience a rattling sound while driving after installation remove the shift knob and wrap some black electrical tape around the shifter above the screw hole and then reinstall the shift knob. This only applies to a few Camaro model years.
Contact Speed Dawg LLC with any technical questions toll free 1-866-906-7801 or 1-717-741-2665.
WARNING: DAMAGE DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
