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Has anyone tried to mod the stock shift knob?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Patz75, Nov 18, 2014.

  1. Patz75

    Patz75 Junior Member

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    Does anyone know if the cover on the stock knob can be taken apart, smoked, and put back together?

    to get the following look:

    [​IMG]
     
    #1 Patz75, Nov 18, 2014
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    Unscrew it, mask it, spray it with something like VHT Nightshades tinting spray, clear coat it. Reinstall.

    SCH-I535
     
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    there are a ton of shifter mods here. best one is the pushbutton thingy though.
     
    #3 bisco, Nov 19, 2014
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    my only issue with this is that the letters will also get tinted, and overtime you may see peeling/more wear. the best way would be to take it apart and tint on the back of the cover, thus keeping the letters white and also for long term effect.
     
    #4 Patz75, Nov 19, 2014
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    I see you have a RHD Prius. There are lots of options for a custom gear selector from the Japanese market, including a push button option refered to above.
     
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    No, i have a LHD but just used the picture for reference. I believe they make this shift knob for LHD but i was wondering if there's a easy mod for this. I'm all for cheap or free mods.
     
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