FS: Brabus Illuminated Shift Knob (Authentic+Custom)
09-20-2011, 10:28 AM
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FS: Brabus Illuminated Shift Knob (Authentic+Custom)
So, I have a Authentic, yet Custom Brabus R171 Illuminated Shift Knob.
I bought this a while ago, and once I bought my C55, I never used it. I recently found the shift knob while cleaning out my random car stuff and decided to give it an update. The original alcantara suede was kinda dirty and dusty after sitting in the garage for a bit too long. And of course, if My hands were sweaty, who would want a used shift knob like that!
Anyways, what was modified...
The original alcantara was removed, and replaced it with Carbon Fiber Fabric. it's wrapped 99% perfect because there is always room for improvement. The whole brushed silver was refinished, i took the whole shift knob apart, cleaned everything, wiped everything down. re-assembled everything. I also replaced the crappy LED that Brabus had included (yuck), it was a 0.01+/- watt LED powered with resistors.
I swapped it with a Nichia Chip, its 12v no resistors. High powered.
(http://www.nichia.co.jp/en/about_nichia/index.html)
You can see the beam spread below...
Of course, to make it original, it has to have that orange glow from the original shifter. I had to use 4 color swatches from RoscoLux Filter Gels to give it the same color as the original Brabus Shift Knob.
Why do I have all that equipment? Because I am a Lighting Designer, so the chip/filter is top notch.
Anyways, too long of a story. $180 obo.
Please note that the original shifter was $375, I'm open to offers, but if you're a low baller. Sorry!
I have to say, the B brabus logo is not in the best condition. But you can see from the pictures below.
I bought this a while ago, and once I bought my C55, I never used it. I recently found the shift knob while cleaning out my random car stuff and decided to give it an update. The original alcantara suede was kinda dirty and dusty after sitting in the garage for a bit too long. And of course, if My hands were sweaty, who would want a used shift knob like that!
Anyways, what was modified...
The original alcantara was removed, and replaced it with Carbon Fiber Fabric. it's wrapped 99% perfect because there is always room for improvement. The whole brushed silver was refinished, i took the whole shift knob apart, cleaned everything, wiped everything down. re-assembled everything. I also replaced the crappy LED that Brabus had included (yuck), it was a 0.01+/- watt LED powered with resistors.
I swapped it with a Nichia Chip, its 12v no resistors. High powered.
(http://www.nichia.co.jp/en/about_nichia/index.html)
You can see the beam spread below...
Of course, to make it original, it has to have that orange glow from the original shifter. I had to use 4 color swatches from RoscoLux Filter Gels to give it the same color as the original Brabus Shift Knob.
Why do I have all that equipment? Because I am a Lighting Designer, so the chip/filter is top notch.
Anyways, too long of a story. $180 obo.
Please note that the original shifter was $375, I'm open to offers, but if you're a low baller. Sorry!
I have to say, the B brabus logo is not in the best condition. But you can see from the pictures below.
09-21-2011, 11:14 PM
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thanks guys!, checked my PMs, sorry, will not ship out of the US as of now! and I'm not 100% sure if it fits 6 speeds, bc i remember reading a post that the 6 speeds have a shorter and fatter mount, so it probably will not fit!
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09-22-2011, 01:52 AM
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Here is how the manual brabus shift knob looks like. Although I think Gary's should fit too
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Brabu...item1e670d748d
Here is how the manual brabus shift knob looks like. Although I think Gary's should fit too
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Brabu...item1e670d748d
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It will fit manuals, I have the same shift knob and it came with the top illumination for the manual transmissions as well as the "B" for autos.
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Brabus illuminated shift knob
So, I have a Authentic, yet Custom Brabus R171 Illuminated Shift Knob.
I bought this a while ago, and once I bought my C55, I never used it. I recently found the shift knob while cleaning out my random car stuff and decided to give it an update. The original alcantara suede was kinda dirty and dusty after sitting in the garage for a bit too long. And of course, if My hands were sweaty, who would want a used shift knob like that!
Anyways, what was modified...
The original alcantara was removed, and replaced it with Carbon Fiber Fabric. it's wrapped 99% perfect because there is always room for improvement. The whole brushed silver was refinished, i took the whole shift knob apart, cleaned everything, wiped everything down. re-assembled everything. I also replaced the crappy LED that Brabus had included (yuck), it was a 0.01+/- watt LED powered with resistors.
I swapped it with a Nichia Chip, its 12v no resistors. High powered.
(http://www.nichia.co.jp/en/about_nichia/index.html)
You can see the beam spread below...
Of course, to make it original, it has to have that orange glow from the original shifter. I had to use 4 color swatches from RoscoLux Filter Gels to give it the same color as the original Brabus Shift Knob.
Why do I have all that equipment? Because I am a Lighting Designer, so the chip/filter is top notch.
Anyways, too long of a story. $180 obo.
Please note that the original shifter was $375, I'm open to offers, but if you're a low baller. Sorry!
I have to say, the B brabus logo is not in the best condition. But you can see from the pictures below.
I bought this a while ago, and once I bought my C55, I never used it. I recently found the shift knob while cleaning out my random car stuff and decided to give it an update. The original alcantara suede was kinda dirty and dusty after sitting in the garage for a bit too long. And of course, if My hands were sweaty, who would want a used shift knob like that!
Anyways, what was modified...
The original alcantara was removed, and replaced it with Carbon Fiber Fabric. it's wrapped 99% perfect because there is always room for improvement. The whole brushed silver was refinished, i took the whole shift knob apart, cleaned everything, wiped everything down. re-assembled everything. I also replaced the crappy LED that Brabus had included (yuck), it was a 0.01+/- watt LED powered with resistors.
I swapped it with a Nichia Chip, its 12v no resistors. High powered.
(http://www.nichia.co.jp/en/about_nichia/index.html)
You can see the beam spread below...
Of course, to make it original, it has to have that orange glow from the original shifter. I had to use 4 color swatches from RoscoLux Filter Gels to give it the same color as the original Brabus Shift Knob.
Why do I have all that equipment? Because I am a Lighting Designer, so the chip/filter is top notch.
Anyways, too long of a story. $180 obo.
Please note that the original shifter was $375, I'm open to offers, but if you're a low baller. Sorry!
I have to say, the B brabus logo is not in the best condition. But you can see from the pictures below.
I have recently bought the same Brabus illuminated shift knob in leather. Have no problem with installation. However, I agree with you that the light is dim and too yellow for my liking. I read that you have switched to a brighter light. I have dismantled the top 2 screws under the plastic lens covering the light of the shift knob, but not too sure how to remove the top of the shift knob. seems to be quite rigid. Also, I followed your website suggestion about a replacement light, but was not sure what to get. Please advise.
