Shiftknob....?

[JDM_EK3]

Just curious if a Manual Transmission Shiftknob will work universally on a Toyota Yaris with an Automatic Transmission? As I wouldn't mind purchasing the Blitz Duracon Shiftknob.

[yrsdrgn]

Yea they fit since the Yaris doesn't have that gear selector knob usually found on older model automatic cars. I myself am planning on getting the Sparco Lithium shift knob for my automatic.

[Black Yaris]

I am pretty sure there are different part # 's for the Auto and the Manual

[JDM_EK3]

I am pretty sure there are different part # 's for the Auto and the Manual

Well of course there would be different part numbers, as one would have a shift pattern, and one would not. However that's not to say they aren't interchangeable.

[Black Yaris]

even after market ones have different part #'s for Man and Auto

[DJ_Trizzak]

depends if theres an adapter

[yrsdrgn]

I'm pretty sure whether there is an adapter or not a manual shift knob would fit onto the Yaris automatic gear shifter. I've taken my shift knob off my automatic yaris and it looks the same as my TC shift knob (manual). Easy to swap out but only difference is that the automatic knobs look a bit smaller than the manual knobs but that shouldn't matter since you'd be getting an aftermarket one.

[Violin]

The automatic has an 8mm shaft and the manual has a 12mm.

[bigsky2]

The automatic has an 8mm shaft and the manual has a 12mm.

Thanks Mr. Shift Knob expert :wink:

[yrsdrgn]

Do aftermarket shift knobs come with adapters?

[bigsky2]

Not always.

If you purchase an OEM manufactured shift knob, it will come with adapters.
E.g. OBX shift knobs for Toyota/Scion will come with adapters

Other aftermarket shift knobs do not come with adapters, but are fastened by using three screws on the bottom of the shift knob, which "grip" the stick shift. This is how MOMO shift knobs are secured to the stick shift.

[JDM_EK3]

Anyone have a clue about Blitz's Shift Knob? As I'd actually really love to pick it up for both the Yaris, and my Civic.

[bigsky2]

JDM_EK3:

Blitz Shift Knobs come in particular threaded applications for Toyota/Subaru/Honda/etc.

The Toyota thread pattern is 12mm (manual transmission).

[yrsdrgn]

Not always.

If you purchase an OEM manufactured shift knob, it will come with adapters.
E.g. OBX shift knobs for Toyota/Scion will come with adapters

Other aftermarket shift knobs do not come with adapters, but are fastened by using three screws on the bottom of the shift knob, which "grip" the stick shift. This is how MOMO shift knobs are secured to the stick shift.

I believe that is how Sparco works also. Is it worse than using adapters or is it about the same in durability standards (three screws compared to adapters)?

[bigsky2]

I believe that is how Sparco works also. Is it worse than using adapters or is it about the same in durability standards (three screws compared to adapters)?

I feel that adapters, or better yet, shift knobs with the correct thread pattern (ie. directly screwed on without the need of an adapter), are a better fit than the universal fasteners which use the three screws.

Adapters compensate for the incorrect thread patterns as they will thread directly onto the shift knob on the inside, while securing the shift knob to the stick shift. Overall this makes for a good fit too.

In the past I found that my MOMO shift knob became loose after a few months usage and would require some tightening/retorquing of the screws.

[yrsdrgn]

Then I guess I'll take my chances with the Sparco shift knob. Thanks for all the info though:thumbsup:

[bigsky2]

Either way you should be okay.

Try not to tighten the screws too much of it's a universal fitting knob, as it might strip the threads!

[yrsdrgn]

I'll have to remember that once i get my shift knob in :thumbsup:

[JDM_EK3]

Where can you obtain an adapter from? As I still would love to obtain the Blitz Shiftknob for my automatic. :(

[yrsdrgn]

Well I called Sparco and they told me that the adapters come in the box with the shift knob. "All the hardware is included in the package." So hopefully that helps.

[ROCKLANDTOYOTA]

Not always.

If you purchase an OEM manufactured shift knob, it will come with adapters.
E.g. OBX shift knobs for Toyota/Scion will come with adapters

.

OBX IS GARBAGE and i don't think anyone has ever used those adapters for a toyota/scion yet.......

[bigsky2]

OBX IS GARBAGE and i don't think anyone has ever used those adapters for a toyota/scion yet.......

Yeah, OBX isn't exactly fancy stuff and it is sort of ricey. I was looking at direct fit/screw on knobs and the only options for Toyota are TRD, OBX, and the 'sport' knobs that are optional for each vehicle.

From what I understand, the OBX (or OEM in general) knobs are threaded for manual transmissions on the shift knob itself, and the adapters/inserts are included in the event that the knob is to be installed on an automatic transmission.

This knob that I bought, made for the Scion tC, is made by "autobahn kraftwerks" and is called Speed Star Mesh (see picture below).

It screwed on directly to the the manual stick shift of my Yaris without the need for an adapter.

http://www.johnstonsscion.com/Images/Picture/2005/November/lg_shift_knob1_hr_R1.jpg

[yrsdrgn]

I miss my TC!!!! :cry: It was manual!!!!!!!!!!