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Scootin 81 C20 · 12-27-2009, 12:18 AM

Ok, there is a post similar to this in the 88-98 section. The post there is asking what size threads there are on the column shifter for an auto trans because the poster is wanting to change the knob. Well, I am wanting to do the same thing on my '81 and I'm wondering, are there any custom shift knobs for auto on the column shifters? Anybody running an aftermarket knob? How can I replace the stock one with an aftermarket?

Thanks
Benjamin.

James McClure · 12-27-2009, 09:57 AM

There are no threads on the colunm shift handle, it's press on plastic. If you want to put a screw on handle on your going to have to thread the handle yourself.

Chlsnk · 12-27-2009, 01:13 PM

I usually pull the plastic shifter knob off and drill a hole the same size for what I want to put on and then epoxy it on. I've turned shifterknobs on the lathe at school before ,pistons, 8 balls. You can use what ever you want.

12-27-2009, 12:18 AM	#1
Scootin 81 C20 3/4 Ton Rodder Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Manlius, IL Posts: 1,146	Aftermarket Shift Knobs? Ok, there is a post similar to this in the 88-98 section. The post there is asking what size threads there are on the column shifter for an auto trans because the poster is wanting to change the knob. Well, I am wanting to do the same thing on my '81 and I'm wondering, are there any custom shift knobs for auto on the column shifters? Anybody running an aftermarket knob? How can I replace the stock one with an aftermarket? Thanks Benjamin. __________________ 1981 Chevy Scottsdale C20 "Orange Crush": SOLD 1989 Chevy Silverado K2500: All Stock (For Now), 350 TBI/700R4. DD/Light Duty Toy.

12-27-2009, 09:57 AM	#2
James McClure One shot, one kill. Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saratoga Springs NY Posts: 859	Re: Aftermarket Shift Knobs? There are no threads on the colunm shift handle, it's press on plastic. If you want to put a screw on handle on your going to have to thread the handle yourself. __________________ 1984 K20 350M engine with 465,000 miles. Well, it's finally done!! Almost 2 years of work, but it was really worth the effort. Little stuff left to do is mount winch, wet sand & buff out and build belly pan\running boards. Body work takes lots and LOTS of beer!!!! God, Guts and Guns made America and God, Guts and Guns will preserve it! The worst thing you could do is get into my sights, but that don't matter, you'll never know it, cause you'll never hear the shotJim or Paladin whichever you choose.

12-27-2009, 01:13 PM	#3
Chlsnk Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas city Posts: 756	Re: Aftermarket Shift Knobs? I usually pull the plastic shifter knob off and drill a hole the same size for what I want to put on and then epoxy it on. I've turned shifterknobs on the lathe at school before ,pistons, 8 balls. You can use what ever you want. __________________ *My 84 short bed build up*** http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...68#post3481968 Last edited by Chlsnk; 12-27-2009 at 01:14 PM.

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