T-case shift knob, 1975 (1 Viewer)

[Bearzerker]

Hey All- I've been thru 3 of the OEM $40 shift knobs for my t case in 3 years. They all suck and don't last long. The first one stripped out, the second split up the side and the 3rd one has stripped out also. I sure as hell won't buy another one but need to have a knob. Do you think that some epoxy on the stripped knob would solve the issue or will that just wreck the threads on the shift lever? Any better knobs or solutions for this?

My searches never bring any results here, so please connect me with any threads on this issue. Thanks!

 

[pb4ugo]

Hey All- I've been thru 3 of the OEM $40 shift knobs for my t case in 3 years. They all suck and don't last long. The first one stripped out, the second split up the side and the 3rd one has stripped out also. I sure as hell won't buy another one but need to have a knob. Do you think that some epoxy on the stripped knob would solve the issue or will that just wreck the threads on the shift lever? Any better knobs or solutions for this?

My searches never bring any results here, so please connect me with any threads on this issue. Thanks!

Welcome to the site. I've never had that problem. There's a search function in the upper right side of this section.

 

[Bearzerker]

Welcome to the site. I've never had that problem. There's a search function in the upper right side of this section.

2 issues in my post - a shift knob and searches. So I go to the 40 forum and search? I've tried the search function here many, MANY times and had no results. Either I am an idiot, or the search function sucks, or both entirely possible

 

[pb4ugo]

Below is the 1st thread that comes up.

Marlin Crawler's year end Inventory Reduction Sale

Inventory Reduction Sale Wave goodbye to 2023 with our end of the year sale! Our inventory is overflowing with top-notch off-road gear and we're making room for new adventures. Scout our site for select items with a 15% discount through January 1st. Gear up with essentials like rugged winches...

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[Bearzerker]

Below is the 1st thread that comes up.

Marlin Crawler's year end Inventory Reduction Sale

Inventory Reduction Sale Wave goodbye to 2023 with our end of the year sale! Our inventory is overflowing with top-notch off-road gear and we're making room for new adventures. Scout our site for select items with a 15% discount through January 1st. Gear up with essentials like rugged winches...

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Thankyou. That link just leads me to sale page? I'll take another scroll thru it after this. I think perhaps i've hit on a grail for me - a thread that hasn't been pursued much on here on MUD (according to my searches). I guess I am probably looking for some after market knob that is more durable than OEM. My OEM knobs are simply threaded plastic that don't last more than a few throws into 4L. Yes, I am the finesse sort of shifter. Well, I have the thread pitch, so if I find something suitable, I'll follow up here. Do you think OEM shift knobs originally had a steel threaded sleeve? Seems pretty hokey to me with just the plastic threads? Cheers, thanks for your minute

 

[Bearzerker]

Below is the 1st thread that comes up.

Marlin Crawler's year end Inventory Reduction Sale

Inventory Reduction Sale Wave goodbye to 2023 with our end of the year sale! Our inventory is overflowing with top-notch off-road gear and we're making room for new adventures. Scout our site for select items with a 15% discount through January 1st. Gear up with essentials like rugged winches...

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I see it now. The turtle shift knob. Interesting. thanks again

 

[pb4ugo]

Here's some additional info on the shifters and threads as well. I've be driving 40s since the 80's and never had issues with the transfer case knob, other than the top cap come off of one.

Transfer Case Knob

I’m trying to figure out what knob fits the transfer case shift cane in my ‘74 40. At some point, the transmission and transfer case have been swapped- I think the original transmission/transfer case in a 1/74 build should be a 4 speed with a one piece flywheel inspection cover (I have a two...

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[65swb45]

It’s a standard M8x1.25 thread pitch for which affordable taps are readily available. Drill and tap something unique and make your own.

You will find the whole experience so empowering that within weeks you’ll embark on your own frame-off!

 

[Living in the Past]

Curious how hard is your transfer to shift? Not a common problem. 8/80 the 40 series and new 60 series used a larger thread for the transfer case shifter. Possible a nutsert with the two different threads could be used. Lock tight the smaller inner thread and just tighten the knob. Depending on the month in 75 may just be able to use a 40 series 8/80+ four speed shift lever.

Top two on the lug wrench the two different types.

8/80 and later 40 series and 60 series.

 

[brian]

are you or someone else using that knob/lever to film onlyfans vids? im on the same knob i put on 10 years ago.

 

[Wildcat Walker]

That small knob is overpriced in the USA. Can get it from Amayama cheaper. I may draw something up in CAD if you all want to 3d print your own knobs. Can use a threaded brass insert or just a blind hole that can be tapped.

 

[Bearzerker]

Here's some additional info on the shifters and threads as well. I've be driving 40s since the 80's and never had issues with the transfer case knob, other than the top cap come off of one.

Transfer Case Knob

I’m trying to figure out what knob fits the transfer case shift cane in my ‘74 40. At some point, the transmission and transfer case have been swapped- I think the original transmission/transfer case in a 1/74 build should be a 4 speed with a one piece flywheel inspection cover (I have a two...

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That inspires me to try one more oem knob. I try to stay original on everything. I'll use some loc-tite if i go this route.

 

[1911]

Maybe more money than you want to spend, but you could convert to twin sticks for the transfer case. More direct/positive-feeling linkage, the ability to use 2WD low-range, and heavy-duty aluminum knobs that are not going to crack or split.

 

[pb4ugo]

Im just curious, Is the late model 60 tcase shifter the same as the trans shifter?

 

[Bearzerker]

Curious how hard is your transfer to shift? Not a common problem. 8/80 the 40 series and new 60 series used a larger thread for the transfer case shifter. Possible a nutsert with the two different threads could be used. Lock tight the smaller inner thread and just tighten the knob. Depending on the month in 75 may just be able to use a 40 series 8/80+ four speed shift lever.

Top two on the lug wrench the two different types.
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8/80 and later 40 series and 60 series.
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Thankyou! Nutserts have been my friend on the 40. I'll check that out! A larger knob would maybe be nice too. As for difficulty of shifting to 4L, it seems easier than my 76 was and about average for the few other rigs I've played with.

 

[Bearzerker]

are you or someone else using that knob/lever to film onlyfans vids? im on the same knob i put 10 years ago.

busted!

 

[devo]

Yea, what are you doing with that shift knob?
I’ve been using them on 40’s and 60’s since 1982 and have never had a shift knob failure! Others probably longer?

This could be the first time it has ever been mentioned!

 

[GA Architect]

Thankyou! Nutserts have been my friend on the 40. I'll check that out! A larger knob would maybe be nice too. As for difficulty of shifting to 4L, it seems easier than my 76 was and about average for the few other rigs I've played with.

Check out my post #1,502 < click here >

Went from this OEM FJ40 knob:

To this FJ60 knob using a shift knob reducer/adapter:

 

[charliemeyer007]

Get a stainless steel nut. Screw it part way on the shaft. Heat it up with a propane torch - push your plastic knob on carefully paying attention to the alignment and hold it in place until it cools.

+1 for make your own knob - turned burl wood, Damascus, 40mm cartridge case....

 

[Steamer]

"HERE" is what I ended up with. Simple cheap sturdy solid ball with an M8-1.25 brass insert and I've got spares since they come in a pack of 5.