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  1. Touch of Class – Mishimoto Steel Core Wooden Shift Knobs

    Touch of Class – Mishimoto Steel Core Wooden Shift Knobs

    In the automotive world, not many things can outweigh the impact of performance upgrades. Sure, added power or increased grip is vital to the vehicle’s overall performance, but missing the mark on the finishing touches can thwart any well-planned build. A ragged interior or scuffed exterior bits turn any blissful machine into a fast car with a nagging list of gripes. For our three-pedal gang out there, we know one of the best means of preventing this dilemma is with the help of quality and classy shift knob, and what’s more classy than wood grain. 

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  2. Shifting Nirvana. A Sneak Peek At Mishimoto's New Shift Knob Designs: Teardrop Shift Knob

    Shifting Nirvana. A Sneak Peek At Mishimoto's New Shift Knob Designs: Teardrop Shift Knob

    Interested in purchasing one of our new shift knob designs? Check out more product details at the link below!

    Mishimoto Shift Knobs

    We've brought you two prototype designs thus far, and now we have one more weighted shift knob ready to pull from our knapsack and present to the public. These three designs are displayed in order from wild to mild, with our third design representing a more traditional shape. Hopefully, one of our new designs is something you could see yourself grabbing ahold of while ripping through some gears.

    3D Models

    As with our other designs, this life also began as a 3D model. Our Solidworks wizards went to work and quickly transformed an idea from sketches to a rendering. Check it out!

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  3. Shifting Nirvana. A Sneak Peek At Mishimoto's New Shift Knob Designs: Pistol Grip

    Shifting Nirvana. A Sneak Peek At Mishimoto's New Shift Knob Designs: Pistol Grip

    Interested in purchasing one of our new shift knob designs? Check out more product details at the link below!

    Mishimoto Shift Knobs

    We promised there would be more! Our first design presented Wednesday was pretty slick, and this next design is all about ergonomics and comfort. Not only did the design team work on the aesthetics, but we also spent some time ensuring that the feel of this knob would be ideal for slamming into gears while keeping your eyes pinned to the road.

    Initial Design Rendering

    As with our other weighted shift knob, this one also started in the 3D world. Check out a couple SolidWorks models showing the initial shape.

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  4. Shifting Nirvana. A Sneak Peek At Mishimoto's New Shift Knob Designs: Limited Edition Rockstar Weighted Shift Knob

    Shifting Nirvana. A Sneak Peek At Mishimoto's New Shift Knob Designs: Limited Edition Rockstar Weighted Shift Knob

    Interested in purchasing one of our new shift knob designs? Check out more product details at the link below!

    Mishimoto Shift Knobs

    Not all our projects involve in-depth data, heat-transfer calculations, or metal fabrication. From time to time our engineering team collaborates with our talented creative team to develop awesome accessories for your ride. These upgrades might not add power or drop temperatures, but they can surely improve the driving experience and offer an improvement in styling.

    In addition to the collaboration work, each design was created by a different member of our team. If you know any of these people, you might see where the designs reflect their personalities quite a bit.

    Weighted Shift Knob

    Our first unique design is likely to find its way into the vehicle of someone seeking a bolder look. This design started life

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