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widow_maker · 03-14-2005, 10:48 PM

My 72 4x is missing the transfer case shift knob. There isn't many parts companies who offer this part. LMC did but lists the part as unavailable when I recently tried to order one. Anyone have a good knob for sale or know of another company offering these in reproduction? Thanks.

**Phuloi68** · 03-15-2005, 10:14 AM

Is your shifter 7/16 thread or 3/8 thread. This may help you till you get the right one. TSC Farm supply stores sell a knob for tractors that is the same without lettering. It is 3/8 thread. I used a tap and rethreaded it (mine is 7/16 thread) and it worked fine.
You can do the same if you get one from a later model that has the 3/8 trd and it will have the pattern on it.

widow_maker · 03-15-2005, 10:19 AM

Thanks Phuloi68 - I'll keep that as an option. It would at least make the interior look finished. I would rather have one of the correct style and with the lettering. I have one from an '84 which I was thinking of using but it wouldn't look right. I'll check my thread size. Thanks again.

**JIMs70GMC** · 03-15-2005, 11:21 AM

I think the thread size changed for the 71-72 years.

4x4Poet · 03-16-2005, 02:01 AM

You must be right, Jim, because GMCPauls sells '67-'70 xfer shift knobs, but not any for '71-'72s. Curious parts support gap.

**Phuloi68** · 03-17-2005, 01:20 AM

Thought I posted a second reply about knob and it's gone. must be my advancing age.
Anyway, I think Chevy and Ford used the same knob on the 205 transfer cases. If you find one from one of these, the lettering might be what you need and the thread size issue can be dealt with. If you get one and the thread is 3/8 and you need the 7/16, use a starter tap first and follow it with a bottoming tap. Just go slow and it will work fine.

widow_maker · 03-22-2005, 01:32 AM

Still looking......ttt

AK|Bandit · 03-22-2005, 02:00 PM

This isnt a stock knob, but a cool alternative. I have one on my K5

Shift Knob

4x4Poet · 03-23-2005, 02:27 AM

Bandit, I feel sorry for whoever has to sit in the front seats' center position.

Imagine a wreck wherein you forgot to fasten your seatbelt behind that medieval throwback.

**Phuloi68** · 03-23-2005, 02:32 AM

These are pictures to show you the different knobs for the 205 t/c.
In the picture of the two threaded areas, I rethreaded the one on the left to the 7/16 fine threaded as previously discussed. They were both 3/8 starting out. I rethreaded it about 1 inch. Fard and chevy use the same knob.
Don't know which one is right for the year you have.
(Hopefully, The pictures can be seen, never tried to do this before)
.
Looks like it worked. 1st time luck

**MJN** · 03-23-2005, 08:07 AM

Second picture, top row, far right knob. Not for a NP205. That knob is for a NP203 t-case. All the others are for 205's.

**Phuloi68** · 03-23-2005, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MJN

Second picture, top row, far right knob. Not for a NP205. That knob is for a NP203 t-case. All the others are for 205's.

Yea, I forgot to put that in description. I was so happy, after spending a couple of hours trying to figure how, that I was able to get pictures to post.
This computer thing and my fumble fingers combined with being stubborn leaves me frustrated at times.
Kinda of like, trying to teach old dogs new tricks .

widow_maker · 03-23-2005, 01:42 PM

Phulio68 - thanks for posting the shift knob options. I recognize some of these knobs from later year trucks. Could someone tell me which knob is "correct" for the 71/72 model years? I don't have any other truck for reference and the knob was missing when I purchased the truck. I haven't been successful in finding a good interior photograph to show which style is right. Any one with a '72 4x4, np205 help me with this one? Thanks.

Bobalouie · 03-23-2005, 03:15 PM

Middle picture, bottom row on the left, top picture bottom row on the right. That is the shift knob that is on my 72, it is all stock, so I assume it is correct. Here is a pic of my shift knob:

AK|Bandit · 03-23-2005, 04:25 PM

I have the same one as Bobalouie on my '72 K5. I replaced it with that wicked looking spike ball

, but I'll look around to see if I cant find the stock one.

4x4Poet, lol, it's not as bad as it looks. The points on mine are more rounded off and it actually fits pretty well in the palm of my hand.

widow_maker · 03-23-2005, 11:13 PM

Thanks for all the help. AK Bandit: if you find it and want to sell.....put a price on it and I'll take it off your hands.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-27-2005, 01:59 PM

You may want to check out e-bay as they seem to get listed oin there all the time

**Phuloi68** · 03-31-2005, 07:12 PM

Widow_maker - PM sent

widow_maker · 04-03-2005, 10:53 PM

Phuloi68 - Thanks for the heads up on the Ebay listing. I was successful in winning the auction. Anyone need a four speed shift boot with trim ring, 4x4 shift boot with a tear (according to seller) and trim ring or a worn 4 speed shift knob? Had to buy the package deal to get what I wanted.

Link if anyone wants to see the extra parts I will soon have.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...RK%3AMEBI%3AIT

Thanks again!

**Phuloi68** · 04-03-2005, 11:17 PM

Glad you got it. When I was looking for one, they were going $25-$50 just for the knob. You should be able to find someone who needs the other parts and will give you something for them.

*dtlilly* · 04-04-2005, 07:06 AM

I could use the 4 speed shift ball. What do you want for it?

widow_maker · 04-04-2005, 03:33 PM

dtlilly - PM your address. If you will pay for the ride, I'll send it to you as soon as I get it.

*dtlilly* · 04-04-2005, 07:15 PM

Wow! That's great. I'm PM'ed my addy, now I need your.

714x4lover · 07-02-2005, 12:44 AM

i have one if you want it its from a 71 4x4 it has a scratch on it from one number to the next its your for 10 includes shipping

03-14-2005, 10:48 PM	#1
widow_maker This space for lease Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 75	transfer case shift knob...got one? My 72 4x is missing the transfer case shift knob. There isn't many parts companies who offer this part. LMC did but lists the part as unavailable when I recently tried to order one. Anyone have a good knob for sale or know of another company offering these in reproduction? Thanks. __________________ If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked something. 1972 K-20 l/f 383/350 a/c "custom camper" 1987 V-20 l/f Silverado - project

03-15-2005, 10:14 AM	#2
Phuloi68 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Valparaiso, In Posts: 1,114	Is your shifter 7/16 thread or 3/8 thread. This may help you till you get the right one. TSC Farm supply stores sell a knob for tractors that is the same without lettering. It is 3/8 thread. I used a tap and rethreaded it (mine is 7/16 thread) and it worked fine. You can do the same if you get one from a later model that has the 3/8 trd and it will have the pattern on it. __________________ Phuloi68 Indy survivor Norwood survivor Big Sandy survivor for those who fight for it... F R E E D O M has a price the protected will never know.

03-15-2005, 10:19 AM	#3
widow_maker This space for lease Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 75	Thanks Phuloi68 - I'll keep that as an option. It would at least make the interior look finished. I would rather have one of the correct style and with the lettering. I have one from an '84 which I was thinking of using but it wouldn't look right. I'll check my thread size. Thanks again. __________________ If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked something. 1972 K-20 l/f 383/350 a/c "custom camper" 1987 V-20 l/f Silverado - project

03-15-2005, 11:21 AM	#4
JIMs70GMC user # 2756 Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Chesapeake, Virginia Posts: 4,612	I think the thread size changed for the 71-72 years. __________________ 1970 K25, 8' stepside bed 350/465/205 44 up front, 60 in the rear 4.10s rolling on 33" Dunlop MTs 1986 K5, 350/465/208 Dana 60/14 bolt from a cucv 36" Super Swampers TSL/SX 1983 K20 w/ CUCV axles, 350/700R4/208 sitting on 37" Goodyears 1986 M1031 6.2 diesel, TH400/NP205 locker in the rear and a LS in the front, all stock for now..... 1986 K30, 350/400/205 dana 60 and 14 bolt. I kept the drivetrain. Body/bad and chassis are gone. 1981 K30, 350/465/205 dana 60 and dually 14 bolt. Has a G80, and a flat bed. Going to replace the flat bed. 1985 K20, 350/400/208 10 bolt and SF 14 bolt. I wonder where I can find some 1 tons. Hmmmmm

03-16-2005, 02:01 AM	#5
4x4Poet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: "Under Montana skies." Posts: 1,836	You must be right, Jim, because GMCPauls sells '67-'70 xfer shift knobs, but not any for '71-'72s. Curious parts support gap. __________________ '71 GMC K20 Suburban, '71 GMC K10 Suburban, '72 Chevy C10 CST Suburban, '72 Chevy K20 clunker pickup.

03-17-2005, 01:20 AM	#6
Phuloi68 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Valparaiso, In Posts: 1,114	Thought I posted a second reply about knob and it's gone. must be my advancing age. Anyway, I think Chevy and Ford used the same knob on the 205 transfer cases. If you find one from one of these, the lettering might be what you need and the thread size issue can be dealt with. If you get one and the thread is 3/8 and you need the 7/16, use a starter tap first and follow it with a bottoming tap. Just go slow and it will work fine. __________________ Phuloi68 Indy survivor Norwood survivor Big Sandy survivor for those who fight for it... F R E E D O M has a price the protected will never know.

03-22-2005, 01:32 AM	#7
widow_maker This space for lease Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 75	Still looking......ttt __________________ If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked something. 1972 K-20 l/f 383/350 a/c "custom camper" 1987 V-20 l/f Silverado - project

03-22-2005, 02:00 PM	#8
AK\|Bandit Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Eagle River, Alaska Posts: 44	This isnt a stock knob, but a cool alternative. I have one on my K5 Shift Knob __________________ It's better to wear out than rust out!

03-23-2005, 02:27 AM	#9
4x4Poet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: "Under Montana skies." Posts: 1,836	Bandit, I feel sorry for whoever has to sit in the front seats' center position. Imagine a wreck wherein you forgot to fasten your seatbelt behind that medieval throwback. __________________ '71 GMC K20 Suburban, '71 GMC K10 Suburban, '72 Chevy C10 CST Suburban, '72 Chevy K20 clunker pickup.

03-23-2005, 02:32 AM	#10
Phuloi68 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Valparaiso, In Posts: 1,114	These are pictures to show you the different knobs for the 205 t/c. In the picture of the two threaded areas, I rethreaded the one on the left to the 7/16 fine threaded as previously discussed. They were both 3/8 starting out. I rethreaded it about 1 inch. Fard and chevy use the same knob. Don't know which one is right for the year you have. (Hopefully, The pictures can be seen, never tried to do this before) . Looks like it worked. 1st time luck __________________ Phuloi68 Indy survivor Norwood survivor Big Sandy survivor for those who fight for it... F R E E D O M has a price the protected will never know. Last edited by Phuloi68; 10-17-2005 at 11:34 PM.

03-23-2005, 08:07 AM	#11
MJN Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Maquoketa, Ia/ Orr, Mn Posts: 3,093	Second picture, top row, far right knob. Not for a NP205. That knob is for a NP203 t-case. All the others are for 205's. __________________ '51 South Bend Model "9A" '56 Chevy 3600 NAPCO '74 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20-restored on 37's '72 GMC Sierra Custom K2500- in progress '08 GMC Envoy Denali '12 GMC Sierra 2500HD Denali '17 GMC Yukon XL VCCA member #58596 http://www.nohrco.com

03-23-2005, 01:42 PM	#13
widow_maker This space for lease Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 75	Phulio68 - thanks for posting the shift knob options. I recognize some of these knobs from later year trucks. Could someone tell me which knob is "correct" for the 71/72 model years? I don't have any other truck for reference and the knob was missing when I purchased the truck. I haven't been successful in finding a good interior photograph to show which style is right. Any one with a '72 4x4, np205 help me with this one? Thanks. __________________ If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked something. 1972 K-20 l/f 383/350 a/c "custom camper" 1987 V-20 l/f Silverado - project

03-23-2005, 03:15 PM	#14
Bobalouie Fetzer Valve Technician Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Stillwater, OK Posts: 205	Middle picture, bottom row on the left, top picture bottom row on the right. That is the shift knob that is on my 72, it is all stock, so I assume it is correct. Here is a pic of my shift knob: Attached Images __________________ 1972 Chevy K10 SWB Last edited by Bobalouie; 03-23-2005 at 03:24 PM.

03-23-2005, 04:25 PM	#15
AK\|Bandit Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Eagle River, Alaska Posts: 44	I have the same one as Bobalouie on my '72 K5. I replaced it with that wicked looking spike ball , but I'll look around to see if I cant find the stock one. 4x4Poet, lol, it's not as bad as it looks. The points on mine are more rounded off and it actually fits pretty well in the palm of my hand. __________________ It's better to wear out than rust out!

03-23-2005, 11:13 PM	#16
widow_maker This space for lease Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 75	Thanks for all the help. AK Bandit: if you find it and want to sell.....put a price on it and I'll take it off your hands. __________________ If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked something. 1972 K-20 l/f 383/350 a/c "custom camper" 1987 V-20 l/f Silverado - project



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03-27-2005, 01:59 PM	#17
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03-31-2005, 07:12 PM	#18
Phuloi68 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Valparaiso, In Posts: 1,114	Widow_maker - PM sent __________________ Phuloi68 Indy survivor Norwood survivor Big Sandy survivor for those who fight for it... F R E E D O M has a price the protected will never know.

04-03-2005, 10:53 PM	#19
widow_maker This space for lease Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 75	Phuloi68 - Thanks for the heads up on the Ebay listing. I was successful in winning the auction. Anyone need a four speed shift boot with trim ring, 4x4 shift boot with a tear (according to seller) and trim ring or a worn 4 speed shift knob? Had to buy the package deal to get what I wanted. Link if anyone wants to see the extra parts I will soon have. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...RK%3AMEBI%3AIT Thanks again! __________________ If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked something. 1972 K-20 l/f 383/350 a/c "custom camper" 1987 V-20 l/f Silverado - project

04-03-2005, 11:17 PM	#20
Phuloi68 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Valparaiso, In Posts: 1,114	Glad you got it. When I was looking for one, they were going $25-$50 just for the knob. You should be able to find someone who needs the other parts and will give you something for them. __________________ Phuloi68 Indy survivor Norwood survivor Big Sandy survivor for those who fight for it... F R E E D O M has a price the protected will never know.

04-04-2005, 07:06 AM	#21
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	I could use the 4 speed shift ball. What do you want for it?

04-04-2005, 03:33 PM	#22
widow_maker This space for lease Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 75	dtlilly - PM your address. If you will pay for the ride, I'll send it to you as soon as I get it. __________________ If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked something. 1972 K-20 l/f 383/350 a/c "custom camper" 1987 V-20 l/f Silverado - project

04-04-2005, 07:15 PM	#23
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	Wow! That's great. I'm PM'ed my addy, now I need your.

07-02-2005, 12:44 AM	#24
714x4lover Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Show Low, Arizona Posts: 211	knob i have one if you want it its from a 71 4x4 it has a scratch on it from one number to the next its your for 10 includes shipping

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