I just bought a '06 Cobalt SS/SC and I am trying to replace the shift with a TWM knob. Has anyone come across how to take off the stock knob?

 

the stock knob is pressed on, it doesnt get screwed on, im pretty sure you can change it unless you change the shifter

 

any ideas on how to get it off?

 

The cap on top with the numbers on it unclips and there is a screw underneath it.

 

try2k = correct.

 

do you know any good sites to buy new shift knobs? not and oem knob just ones that look better and are compatible.

 

I don't think there is anything you can do besides ghetto rig something up... Doubt you'd want to do that.

Why are you against an aftermarket short shifter? It makes the shifts feel much more solid. They aren't too expensive either.

 

Shortened shifters cause increased forces getting exerted on the shift forks and syncros which will wear them selves out quicker. Its a valid reason for not wanting a new one.

 

just wait until about 30k miles and itll pop off by it self when you shift!! hahahaha. thats what mine did

 

A shorter shifter is not going to apply more force into the shift forks.

The shifter is a lever. The longer it is, the less input force is needed for a given output force. The shorter it is, the *more* input force is needed for a given output force. That is the basis of the lever.

As far as syncromeshes getting damaged, I have a limited knowledge of their operation so I wouldn't feel comfortable commenting on your statement about them. However, being as your statement is incorrect, I would have to follow that your statement about the syncromeshes is also incorrect.

 

A shortened shifter is different from a short shifter. Distance traveled is different than shifter height.

Not arguing with anybody just stating

 

Search is your friend I made this awhile ago https://www.cobaltss.net/forums/show...removal&page=3

 

True, I didn't totally read through. My comment would be to a physically shortened shifter lever.

 

Sorry I meant to say short shifter. A shortened shifter will still increase the forces though when banging the gears, but not as much as a short shifter.

 

thanks everyone for the help. i am goin to put in a short throw shifter. a whole new unit with the reverse lock and all.