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anjapower
08-16-2003, 02:26 PM
My shiftknob (RSX optional aluminum) screws on crooked. Right when the thread stops, and the knob is on tight, the shift pattern etched on the knob isn't straight but turned about a 2 o'clock position.

Is there anyway to fix this or is my knob screwed up?
Civicvtec1ps
08-16-2003, 02:41 PM
you just need screw to adjust..
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid63/p332b4874c25c66fa8f099f5575ccdbde/fc0f7a35.jpg
ADAMnQuickCIVIC
08-16-2003, 03:19 PM
you need a lock nut.
SiBoy
08-16-2003, 03:30 PM
is that the skunk2 replica knob? that looks hella nice.
Whoisray
08-16-2003, 03:33 PM
When I got my CTR Boot ;) , I put on the RSX knob and it wouldn't be straight too. Plus the it became really loose if you turn it a little.

I got teflon tape from a plumbers store and it worked PERFECT. Knob stays straight and doesn't want to move around at all.

One thing, have you tried using that knob in the summer. It is burning!
Civicvtec1ps
08-16-2003, 03:40 PM
Originally posted by SiBoy
is that the skunk2 replica knob? that looks hella nice.

RSX optional shift knob , 5 speed.
Civicvtec1ps
08-16-2003, 03:40 PM
Originally posted by Whoisray
When I got my CTR Boot ;) , I put on the RSX knob and it wouldn't be straight too. Plus the it became really loose if you turn it a little.

I got teflon tape from a plumbers store and it worked PERFECT. Knob stays straight and doesn't want to move around at all.

One thing, have you tried using that knob in the summer. It is burning!
yea those shiftknob gets hot during summer but LOOKS sweet so im gonna keep it. i just got my spoon sports shiftknob but no jdm boot yet.. somewhere in mail.
anjapower
08-16-2003, 08:07 PM
how do you use the teflon tape on the knob? I am using the RSX-S shiftboot adapter like was posted in a thread by another ephatcher a few days ago, but it doesn't really allow any room for a locknut...
Whoisray
08-16-2003, 11:42 PM
You wrap the teflon tape around the threads on the brass arm. Then screw the knob on. You gotta wrap at least 5-6 layers, then it will be on very tight.
513n179
08-20-2003, 07:15 PM
all you gotta do is loosen the bolt a little bit, then the knob should tighten up and be straight.
swatman
09-08-2003, 08:12 PM
Originally posted by anjapower
how do you use the teflon tape on the knob? I am using the RSX-S shiftboot adapter like was posted in a thread by another ephatcher a few days ago, but it doesn't really allow any room for a locknut...

How does RSX-S shiftboot adapter work? Can I pick it up at local Acura dealer or do I need to buy on-line? PICs, price, part-number??

Thanks