Anyone using a weighted shift knob with Numeric SSK
 

I’ve had my Numeric SSK for a few years now in my 2012 Cayman S and recently installed the Numeric Racing cables as well. The SSK made a huge difference in shift feel versus stock and adding the cables has also made a very significant difference. The shifts are now super precise and mechanical and feel almost like a gated shifter.

I’m very happy with the current set-up, but am now entertaining adding a Raceseng Prolix weighted shift knob (about 685 g). As such, I’m wondering if anyone out there has the complete Numeric Racing set-up with a weighted shifter. If you do, any feedback that you may have would be appreciated.

P.S. The Numeric Racing set-up is almost a must in these cars as the stock shifter is sloppy. I lived with it for a couple of years until I picked up a manual 2016 S4 and realized how mushy the Cayman shifter was. FWIW, the difference is night and day.

I also have the numeric cables and shifter and agree the mechanical feel is second to none. I installed a function first shift knob, not weighted but larger in size than stock. It feels solid in the hand and looks awesome too. I didn’t want something metal that would heat up in the summer sun.

On another note, have you noticed an increase in effort to shift? I assume this is normal based upon the thicker gauge cable but am curious as to your thoughts on shift effort and precision.

Yes, there is definitely an increase in shift effort, but I find it so in a good way. I agree with you that it’s a result of the beefier cables.

The effort isn't really higher as much as intentional. The rubberiness is gone. I testified In another post that I think anyone choosing a manual over a PDK already has the DNA that will appreciate this.

I am so happy with the numeric shifter and cables that I think it's perfect. Surely after the honeymoon wears off I'll start looking at shift knobs:) Modding is a drug.

I have a full Numeric setup (shifter and cables) in my 996 and recently added a Function First billet aluminum knob. Definitely a nicer feel than the stock plastic/rubber shifter... Ummmm, it looks better too :cheers:

Thank you all for all your replies. So after deliberating the addition of a weighted shift knob for a while, I ended up installing the Raceseng Prolix shift knob (685g). The Raceseng shift knob itself is very impressive, but if I’m perfectly honest, I don’t like the way that it feels with the Numeric set-up. When I installed the Numeric Racing short-shifter, there was a definite improvement in shifter feel. Adding the cables took things to the next level with an extremely direct, mechanical feel. The cables did add some cabin noise and a bit of notchiness, which is why I began considering the addition of a weighted shifter.

Adding the Raceseng has decreased shift effort significantly and totally smoothed out the shifts. It’s a completely different feel than the original shifter, but less mechanical and quite honestly not my cup of tea. While I fully appreciate the craftsmanship and design of the Raceseng shift knob, I personally prefer the stock shifter and will be going back to stock this weekend.

@nowakm99 I am in agreement with you on the feel of the weighted shift knob. Have the same setup in my GT with the NR SSK.. While the Raceseng knob feels like a quality unit vs the stock plastic knob, it does take away the mechanical feel..

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if you want to sell it cheap I’m game to play.