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UUC Motorwerks RK3 shift knob for MINI
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Description: The RK3 shift knob for Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S is a Euro-design knob with design elements specially tailored for the Mini. 100% T-304 stainless steel provides additional mass to smooth shifting feel. Machined finish is comfortable to the touch and will not wear or scratch in normal use. Choose 5-speed for Mini Cooper, or 6-speed for Mini Cooper S.
Keywords: UUC Motorwerks stainless shift knob RK3
Web site: http://www.uucmotorwerks.com/


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jggonzalez
3rd Gear

Registered: February 2005
Posts: 155
Review Date: 8/14/2005 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: $99.00 | Rating: 10 

 
Pros: Added weight of knob makes shifting feel smoother.
Cons: None

I bought my UUC Motorwerks RK3 shift knob from UUC in June of 2005, but had to wait until my MC arrived to install it. Installation was pretty easy. I just put the car in neutral and pulled straight up to remove the knob. It took a few tugs, but came off fairly easily. The RK3 knob has a small 2.5 mm set screw to hold it on.

I drove my MC about 200 miles with the stock shift knob before switching to the RK3 so I could make a valid comparison. The addition of the RK3 knob definitely made an improvement. The shifting action feels more solid and crisp than before. The RK3 didn\'t seem to drop the height significantly, so it might be advisable to combine it with a short-shift kit.

The only question on my mind is reliability. I had a slightly larger/heavier BMW RK2 on my previous car for about five years with no problems at all. I\'m hoping for similar reliability with the Mini.

Regards,

Joe Gonzalez
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wrh3
3rd Gear

Registered: June 2009
Location: Loganville, GA
Posts: 181
Review Date: 5/17/2010 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10 

 
Pros: Additional weight and ergonomics.
Cons: None

I have used UUC shifters and shift knobs on all of my BMWs and always been impressed by the design and quality.

Having just purchased my '05 MCS, one of the first things I wanted to do was shorten the shifter and source a new knob. Being a late adopter, it was hard to find the Mini RK3 (maybe NLA?) but Arjun (UUC owner) was able to dig up one after I contacted him. It has added heft that really makes the shifter shift itself into gear and the way it fits your hand allows for some additional control while shifting. It is a little smaller in diameter compared to the OE knob and sits 1/4-1/2" higher when installed. Great upgrade and styling fits well with Mini theme.
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