Has anyone been able to keep their reverse lockout when adding an aftermarket shift knob? I noticed that the stock lockout lifts under the knob and I'm not sure that it'll work with another knob.

Adapting to a screw on knob is as simple as drilling out a an adapter to 12mm internal diameter and tapping it for a couple of set screws... But this has me stumped, though I haven't ripped into it yet. Maybe an aftermarket lockout would fit?

Thanks for any help!

 

I thought it goes down when you push the button.

 

OP's bio shows he has a SS. I'm guessing he's referring to the 5 speed lockout which does go up towards the knob.

 

On my 08 manual, you have to lift the reverse lockout to engage the reverse gear.

If I could cut part of the shoulder of the reverse lockout, maybe it would tuck under the boot... But I don't wanna be the guinea pig 😉.

 

I found a work around written by the guys over at cobaltss.net. (Link Here) I'm making a new leather shift boot to replace the shedding stocker and I'll replace the hollow plastic knob with a nice aluminum ball while I have it off. I'm going to give it a go this weekend and report back. Don't know why GM couldn't have just used a threaded knob like everyone else...

 

May not be GM's fault. It's a Saab tranny. Maybe the design was from them.