Shift knob from MAZDA3 s 5-Door
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slamdp5 said:OK guys, went down to my dealer just now, took a knob off a 3, and it fit perfectly on my 02 P5. Did it ever look nice. The silver collar comes off with the 3 knob, and fits ohhh so nice
$233 was the price quoted(boom01)
Good job.
Yup, the prices from the part dept are up there.
I wonder what the deal is for the miata knob in the link previously shown (not my link, the other link). It was like $60-something-ish. Same knob or different. Looks similar.
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Dimitrios said:DAMN! So is the Miata identical? Sounds like another trip back to the dealer slamdp5
It would be great if you could find a Miata to prove this out - even one in the used lot. Strange how your dealer does not have one. My dealership is too far from me. There's one in their waiting room, but they removed the knob.
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slamdp5 said:my dealer only had auto miatas. the dude that looked the part # up had to look for about 30 minutes through all kinds of books and he didnt even have a pic of the one he quoted me the $233 for. I just wanted to see if it would fit
Ugh. Someone find a stick miata!!! I will be back at my dealership in 2-3 months and can take the knob from my car and try it on the Miata in the waiting room, if necessary. C'mon guys... don't make me wait that long. I just have these ideas and then have trouble waiting. <<I think there's so medicine for that>>
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I go by my dealer everyday, I just looked at the miatas on the lot today, never asked or anything. Tomorrow I will actually ask if they have any in the back or anything. Does it look the same as the 3 shift knob? THe thing I liked most about the 3 shift knob was the weight. It was a lot heavier than my P5 shift knob, I assume that would make quicker shifts easier? Did look hella good though
(wink) Wow... I didn't think this would be such a popular mod.
Looks promising so far with the Voodoo knob experience.
slamdp5 - Looking forward to the final proof.
Hey... if there's enough interest, maybe we can get a group discount on that $64.95 Miata knob. Just an idea.
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Looks promising so far with the Voodoo knob experience.
slamdp5 - Looking forward to the final proof.
Hey... if there's enough interest, maybe we can get a group discount on that $64.95 Miata knob. Just an idea.
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bryan_giovana
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- 2003 Vivid Yellow P5
You guys don't like the leather wrapped P5 knob? I just installed a TWM short shifter and thought about getting a new knob, but I like ours
Speed Vision
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- 03 Silver MSP
I have liked this knob since I first sat in a 3. If it will work in my Speed, I will def. be getting one.
bryan_giovana said:
The mod is worth considering because I have the round knob covered in dimpled rubber on my 2002 P5. I actually don't mind the shape, but it looks a little cheap/plasticy and I believe it is somewhat light.
Later models have a better leather shift knob that I would not spend the money on to change.
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I want to change my 03 Pro5 knob..well, I did ...with a Kartboy...man, COLD, COLD, COLD when starting up!! 
....I like the feel, but I did notice that just the weight of it (feels a few ounces more than the stock knob) helps the shift a little..maybe it's all in my head. Now with the info. that the Mazda3 knob has some heft to it, it might be the way to go..
gizzard: yes, I'm pretty sure the MSP "Sparco" knob will fit the Pro5 threads (stock shifter to stock shifter). The MP3 used something different I believe. I could be wrong, but I feel fairly confident about that statement....
...with a Kartboy...man, COLD, COLD, COLD when starting up!! ....I like the feel, but I did notice that just the weight of it (feels a few ounces more than the stock knob) helps the shift a little..maybe it's all in my head. Now with the info. that the Mazda3 knob has some heft to it, it might be the way to go..gizzard: yes, I'm pretty sure the MSP "Sparco" knob will fit the Pro5 threads (stock shifter to stock shifter). The MP3 used something different I believe. I could be wrong, but I feel fairly confident about that statement....
ZoomFive said:
Does anybody actually read a thread before posting???
This is NOT a shift knob from a Miata. Like I said before, this is from the Mazda6 and the Mazda3. The particular dealer mentioned quoted $233 for it because they thought the guy was an idiot and would pay. Finish Line Performance is a Mazda dealer but they discount their parts just like Trussville and Beasley (aka Mazdastuff). I have also seen one of these knobs with grey leather on the sides, which I suspect is the knob specifically for the 6 with the gray leather interior. Make sure you know which one you're getting when you order.A previous poster is correct when he says that if it fits the Miata it will fit the Protege5.
Now if someone spends their Saturday driving all over the state looking for a Miata with one of these knobs after being told twice not to bother, we'll at least have a good laugh.
cej22 said:Does anybody actually read a thread before posting???
A previous poster is correct when he says that if it fits the Miata it will fit the Protege5.
Now if someone spends their Saturday driving all over the state looking for a Miata with one of these knobs after being told twice not to bother, we'll at least have a good laugh.
Good to know that it might be the same knob as on the 6 or 3. If it's exactly the same part # as the $200+ knob, then kudos to the finishlineperformance.com dealer for the discount. It is being advertised by them for a Miata. Thanks for the warning regarding the color.
It sounds to be the same thread pattern/diameter as a Miata based on comments. Good knowledge sharing.
slamdp5 and others are offering to physically go verify because they don't mind, are excited about the mod, and are closer to dealers. Finishlineperformance.com is selling it for a Miata, so they want to check OUR KNOB ON A MIATA. I really appreciate that.
20% restock fee + shipping on unopened returned parts. No one asked you to and go be certain of fit, so it's not your issue. BTW, $233 is just a starting list price on the part... idiot or not.
Laugh as you wish. I hope that that's not what you spend your time doing on this forum. (no)
slamdp5 and everyone else who is contributing - This is great. Thanks in advance for the info and effort to verify. Let me know.
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