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Shift Knob

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Chris Insull, Aug 1, 2022.

  1. Chris Insull

    Chris Insull All roads lead me back to the beach... 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Bonehead move on my part... First one on the CJ in a long time!
    Trying to remove the shift knob on my T-14 to get the floor top cover off and I managed to sheer the shifter clean at the base of the knob.
    No, I did not try penetrating oil or heat first and yes I did use a small strap wrench... hence the bonehead part.
    Recommendations on how to correct this? Should I just purchase a used replacement?
    TIA!
     
    Chris Insull, Aug 1, 2022
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  2. jpflat2a

    jpflat2a what's that noise?

    I would just re-thread the tip of the cane if that's all that broke.
    Choose replacement knob of your choice.
     
    jpflat2a, Aug 1, 2022
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  3. boopiejones

    boopiejones I can’t drive 55

    I would probably weld a bolt/threaded rod on the end.
     
    boopiejones, Aug 1, 2022
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  4. Mcruff

    Mcruff Earlycj5 Machinist

    Mine broke off about 25 years ago, just rethreaded it, no one would ever know.
     
    Mcruff, Aug 1, 2022
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  5. Keys5a

    Keys5a Sponsor

    X3. No one will ever notice its 1/2”-5/8” shorter. Run a die over the stub. You might have to grind/file a little, but the threads don’t need to be perfect.
    -Donny
     
    Keys5a, Aug 1, 2022
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