How to make a custom gear shift knob

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How to make a custom gear shift knob - Rat Rod Style

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A quick and easy way to make a custom gear shift knob that's a little different from what you normally see.
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@WilliamPhillips65-69 Жыл бұрын

A philosopher is found on a small ranch in a forest............ What a bonus to your build videos !!! Love you brother....of a another mother.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

😄 Its my secret master plan...to throw some more philosophy at the guys as time goes on... don't tell anyone!😄

@92xl Жыл бұрын

My dad always told me - "son, if you're gonna be stupid, you better be tough". I've lived by that credo pretty much my whole life but you also must accept responsibility for your choices, no matter how good or bad they may have been.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Wise dad, clever son!

@joeallen4454 Жыл бұрын

Dude I cant believe that shifter knob. Great job you nailed it.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@LaDaveNCLa Жыл бұрын

Love the knob. And your end statements are dead on! Thank's for another fun video Duff

@brucewrandol Жыл бұрын

Life does have its ups and downs. Hobbies are needed to help us control these. Having fun and fulfilling those ups and down is what life does.

@robertstevison1448 Жыл бұрын

Awesome morning brother !!! Just woke up lol !!! My morning lol !!! My work time is 10 pm to 6 am !!!!! Thanks for another genius idea !!! Your genuine craftsmanship is deeply appreciated !!! I salute you brother !!! And thank you for the quotation !!! Words that are true as rain !!!! Hope yall are having a leeka day say hi to everyone for me !!!!

@OldJoe212 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your "Responsibility" rant. It's good to see that I'm not the only one who feels that way. BTW, I like that shift knob.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Good to hear from a brother who feels the same way

@littlepaddy7444 Жыл бұрын

Nice shift knob and I couldn't agree more with the quote and your commentary . We'll soon have stop signs on the top of step ladders.

@kerrypierre9494 Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣 Love the ladder comment 👍🇺🇸⚜️🔥

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

😂 Hear you about those stop signs!

@tomtruesdale6901 Жыл бұрын

I back you 100% for your comments about personal responsibility. Common sense is no longer common it seems. Bing watched this build over several days. Thanks for everything you do.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support brother!

@2litrepeter. Жыл бұрын

Love it! A couple of little devil horns on that emoji shifter would look pretty cool.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Not a bad idea! Version 2.0 😂

@ronlamaster9301 Жыл бұрын

I have a T-shirt with the saying, Common sense is not very Common anymore! Love the channel and your Vibe! Keep them coming.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ron

@Jason78400M Жыл бұрын

I started watching your channel cause it was recommended by Brent from Halfass Kustoms way up here in Canada and lm very grateful he did You sir are are a craftsman at heart. Your builds are great. Working with what you have and creating awesome custom works of rolling art. Your commentary is great too. Have a good one.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Welcome to my shop!

@susankelly7778 Жыл бұрын

Yes, i watch both Halfass Kustoms and Rat Rods For Africa too, both are brilliant at what they do, the way they go about getting things done, their content and their sense of humour, subbed top both!

@aceadman Жыл бұрын

@@susankelly7778 totally agree!!

@mikejackman4416 Жыл бұрын

Me too came here because of Brent

@mikejackman4416 Жыл бұрын

Me too came here because of Brent

@mikep95133 Жыл бұрын

I'm a safety freak like you can't believe. Never occurred to me to say a word to you, Dif. You know your stuff. No worries. Love the shift knob. Inspiring.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!

@DustyMacsGarage Жыл бұрын

Boet!!! Gear shift turned out sweet!!! Well said about safety and common sense!!! Hope all is well in the forest!!!!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks boet. Teach them kids right!

@briankarencooper207 Жыл бұрын

Great looking Gear Knob Div. Great words too. I reckon pain is a great teacher. Best lesson ever and you tend to remember it. Keep it up Div we're all loving it 👍

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks guys!

@tomthumb4767 Жыл бұрын

Nice ,look good with a LED inside it .

@christophermedaris2804 Жыл бұрын

That shifter ball looks cool

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@richardjones7249 Жыл бұрын

great idea on using the emoji, an artefact of modern culture incorporated into the age-old rat rod 😊

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Never thought of it that way! Great observation!

@richardreynolds9885 Жыл бұрын

Have a good day Duff

@peterroper7471 6 ай бұрын

Cool gearshift knob it looks easy to make too

@ratrodsafrica 6 ай бұрын

Thanks. Yea, and many possibilities😄

@ciscokidfab7595 Жыл бұрын

Amen to the thoughts at the end of your video.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks. You are one of us!😄

@rossnielsen6820 Жыл бұрын

I am glad to hear that you share my view on responsibility. Thank you for including that in one of you video's. The knob is pure genius man! Love your style.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Yeah man, most people have lost the plot when it comes to responsibility! 🙂 Thanks brother

@bart9859 Жыл бұрын

Div, That is a great idea, I'm going to steal that one. Bart

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Please do!

@djscrews 11 ай бұрын

Well said! Love the knob.

@glenmiller3783 Жыл бұрын

Really cool idea on the gear shift knob

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@michaelreams1544 Жыл бұрын

Really like the gear shift know. You're fun to watch . Agree with you on your quote. Keep up with the videos. Love the content.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!

@kmnremtp Жыл бұрын

Shift knob looks hella cool

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@roggytractor278 Жыл бұрын

Hello Diff the last two videos were awsome, I enjoyed the music and the scenery. I agree a 100 % with you about common sense. I only hope the world doesn't lose it. I had a good laugh when you were talking about your gear knob ( or your little guy ) he could be your rusty nut. Lol Cheers 🍺🍺

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed man. Unfortunately common sense is already dead. For the most part, so is common decency...

@johnwesner3935 Жыл бұрын

Hey Diff, I spent my entire life working with my hands. Do I know better than some of the things I do? Yes! But the safety glasses are scratched, the gloves have the thumb tore out and the earplugs are in the other truck. And sometimes I'm just too eager. To me, common sense is using our life experience to make decisions today. Those of us who have done much fare better than those who have not. And I can show you the scars of all my experience!:) Some people need to lighten up and enjoy the ride. You only get one!:) Thanks!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Right on brother!

@usmc.39rat24 Жыл бұрын

Nice touch on the shifter 👍

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@lightbarssirensaustralia Жыл бұрын

Cracker of a video man, thanks for sharing your skills and knowledge.

@ronwalsh Жыл бұрын

Wow! I need to make a couple of these for my MGB and my Dodge Charger. Amazing work.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Please do!

@aceadman Жыл бұрын

It’s a pretty cool knob! You’re dead on correct with that opinion piece at the end. Totally agree. 😊👍👍

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Knew you would agree! 😄

@aceadman Жыл бұрын

@@ratrodsafrica regulation is a tricky subject. Very worthy of discussion. Like many, I’m very frustrated by it and annoyed that I can’t be left alone to live my life as I want, and do the things I want… as long as nobody gets hurt. But what if somebody DOES get hurt? I have a ‘73 Dodge Dart that I bought over a year ago. I’m collecting parts and keeping it running while I prepare for a mild restoration. It needs suspension work up front (and probably the rear too). But I don’t really know what I’m doing. I want to learn by DOING it, and that comes with risks to ME, which I fully accept. But what about the risks to others of putting my potentially badly repaired car on the road? I see the “right to repair” as fundamental, but I worry that people who are totally incompetent (myself possibly included) will be risking the safety of OTHER people. And that’s why regulation developed. I think the growing “idiocy” of the people is why it’s spreading like wildfire. But what’s the solution!?!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

@@aceadman this kind of discussion is a long one brother! We need to sit around a table!😅

@aceadman Жыл бұрын

@@ratrodsafrica 😊 I’d like that. But the odds are long. You never know though!

@dalebysouth4215 Жыл бұрын

i like your style and am encouraged to make something from a rusty 1950 oldsmobile and 48 desoto that i have... and I dont wish to put a lot of money into or a fancy paint job.. . i am in the city of calgary canada and plan on retiring to the country side in british columbia so i enjoy your videos of landscape and stock pile of doner cars and parts now i cant wait to get started thanks for your [ you tube ] videos

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

I will be VERY happy if my stuff serve to inspire you! No need to throw a lot of money at it to have a lot of fun. All the best with your plans!

@ezekielmoorejr3145 Жыл бұрын

I agree whole heartedly my friend! And the shifter knob looks cool! Its the cat's meow! Lol

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

😅Thanks

@bigalsvwratrod7346 Жыл бұрын

I agree 100% with your words of wisdom. People are getting too happy to blame others for their own actions . The gear nob is awesome too! Been trying to think of something different to the normal for my volksrod and you just proved it can be done with a little imagination. Thanks for a brilliant channel and keep the videos coming 😃

@iceman5068 Жыл бұрын

That's pretty cool scary face nice touch

@johnnorman1793 Жыл бұрын

G'day Div.! love the gear knob, once again your sense of humour and creativity shines through with the pissed off face gear knob. It is also in keeping with the rest of the rat rod truck that has your stamp of humour and creativity all over it. Love your work man, keep the video's coming. Best wishes, John, Perth, Western Australia

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

@alexandermancha7172 Жыл бұрын

Creativity at its Finest!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@b.s.adventures9421 Жыл бұрын

Personal responsibility is key. Glad to hear you agree.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

The MISSING key!

@carlaynecain7027 Жыл бұрын

Amen Brother.

@lewisanderson1521 Жыл бұрын

Nice. Thanks for sharing.

@wesleybateman5837 Жыл бұрын

It's your choice ! Love it man

@fyou4122 Жыл бұрын

Great idea on the knob. It's all in the detail. I wonder if they telling Accapulco cliff drivers to wear safety gear. Lmao. Ear protectors and eye protectors have been around in my working days of 45 years. I always try to wear them. Spent too many times at the eye hospital. And I got tinnitus. Lol. Heave a good day Boet. Lekka Man lekka.

@timhanson2080 Жыл бұрын

Very well said. Thanks for the video 👍

@wesleybateman5837 Жыл бұрын

Cool shifter knob Div Never finish a rat rod , best part

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

😂 Yes, they never get finished!

@stevenhanding554 Жыл бұрын

Kool shifter knob and that saying is so true. I totally agree

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@stevenhanding554 Жыл бұрын

U r welcome. Love the rat rods

@nboldrini Жыл бұрын

Div, your ending quote was right on! Add the sad fact that people now tend to justify and excuse their carelessness by reasoning that if they are injured they can put the blame on someone else and hire an attorney for do sue for exorbitant damages and enjoy early retirement to lick thier wounds.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Messed up world... and getting worse

@georgedeedsnotwords2162 Жыл бұрын

Love it ! Can you get ahold of a red LED light ? Soldering a piece of copper tube along the back of shifter to run wire . Cut the gear pattern into his forehead . Love your work . 🍻🍻🍻

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you. That would look cool!

@stevo.jurisic1980 Жыл бұрын

G'day Div! 🤙🏻 Great job on the gear selector knob, fair dinkum mate, the "angry" face looks great!.....really suits your Rat truck! Cheers Div!.....🍻🇦🇺

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks Stevo!

@davidnaudi2601 Жыл бұрын

Need some red LED lights for the eyes lol. Yep safety comes to the one holding the tool. Keep up your great videos man.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yes, red eyes will look mean!

@sgt_mark Жыл бұрын

Righteous! Very well done. 🦇🥸

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@LonnieGaddis-oy4ww 7 ай бұрын

I agree fully with your understanding on safety.Its hard to find anyone with any common horse sense that knows how to use it.They are to deep in all that their computers tell them.Use the common sense safety comes naturally. By the way dig the knob.Just to throw this out there the face might need a tongue. I always make two or three to change when my mood changes.Most old geezers think alike.Your a great teacher.More power to White haired.

@ratrodsafrica 7 ай бұрын

👍 Making some interchangeable knobs is a good idea🙂

@The.Real.Reaper Жыл бұрын

Cool knob. Maybe think about a blue or red LED inside it? Would be a cool lighting effect. Even a multicolor LED or LEDs inside wired up, then you can change the color at will or turn it off if you get tired of it? Still enjoying your creativity as always.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Yeah, that will be a cool next step!

@SchysCraftCo. Жыл бұрын

Diff awesome job. This turned out very unique and very cool design. Can't wait to see more videos soon my friend. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Fab on. Weld On. Keep Making. God bless.

@Hitman-ds1ei Жыл бұрын

Could have been a character out of Running on Empty the greatest car film ever made in Australia

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Never seen the movie. Sounds good

@jamescnorris9154 Жыл бұрын

BAD AZZ shifter knob brother! 💪🏼👿 You've given me an ideal for my Ford truck shifter knob. It would be awesome with a LED light inside, lol. I agree with you 100% about the regulations of the sissies of the world. If I choose to do something, then it's my fault. If you don't like the way I do something, then there is the door... Kick Azz Always my Brother!!! 💪🏼. Love from Florida 🇺🇲

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

You said it my man! Thanks!

@oldpath7357 Жыл бұрын

Tell'em about it Diff.........Love it!! Shalom friend.

@oldpath7357 Жыл бұрын

hey Diff....looks like you got a scammer here....

@Allegedlyhuman844 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your own words to get your opinion is gold I can’t get that anywhere else and I can take it or leave it as I choose and then add my own thoughts and opinions to that and then if we are lucky we are learning and being free PEACE ☮️ brother

@hensleyshobbies-doug7761 Жыл бұрын

Pretty cool man, I can dig it! Rock on 🤘 brother man, rock on 🤘! And yeah, I agree with you on that last bit, right on man!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks bro!

@rattyphilips9247 Жыл бұрын

Sweet great quote

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Yes man!

@rustloversgarage Жыл бұрын

Great idea! The store you were at reminds me of King Metal in Baltimore. I also agree with you about safety. We have removed all responsibility and to hell with common sense......that left a long time ago. Keep the vids coming brother!!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!

@rustloversgarage Жыл бұрын

Went to the scrap yard yesterday and picked up some metal with the intentions of copying your break to some degree. I will post the video of how it goes...wish me luck!!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

@@rustloversgarage awesome! I'm sure it will turn out just fine. All the best and enjoy!

@100cockroach Жыл бұрын

Great comments at the end of your video. Two thumbs up buddy

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly!

@pddpup7767 Жыл бұрын

common scene is not common anymore! well said

@StewsChannel Жыл бұрын

Shift knob looks great, a lot more attitude than the stocker 👍

@mattblack6268 Жыл бұрын

Well said mate, well said. Common sense is very uncommon, and we live in a world of nobody taking personal responsibility.

@chuckjohnson1331 Жыл бұрын

the last part of your video was well said, i could not have said it better myself buddy. Good job keep up the crazy builds i love it.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Good to hear from a brother who agrees!👍

@MaxxedoutRodz Жыл бұрын

I agree with you, if I don't I'm not stopping you from it . If I hurt myself I did it

@dragontattooee Жыл бұрын

Love it Div, I agree 100% common sense isn't too common anymore. Love the gear knob

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Yes Sir!

@AndysDogHouse Жыл бұрын

Hey Div. Another great video. I really like that knob. You have a great imagination. I just might make one similar to that for my Fargo. Thanks for sharing.🍁👍👍

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks man. I'd be honored if you make something similar!😀

@freeatleast Жыл бұрын

as for you’re footnote, AMEN BROTHER!!!!!!!!!

@anthonyprater7734 Жыл бұрын

I know rat rods are supposed to be rusty and petina. I like little things that grab attention. I would have to paint that shift knob yellow so it just stands out. 💥 😠💥. Great video!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

That's how you make it your own! 😀

@shanewright6958 Жыл бұрын

Looks good 👍👍

@Stuffdexdoes 2 ай бұрын

Awesome

@rickm5806 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm so glad you addressed the safety issue. I always tell people "You do you, and I'll do me". I can only imagine the comments people have made concerning Your safety! Great job on the shifter knob.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rick. Yes, I like that. I will just do me!😂

@henrygibson1530 Жыл бұрын

Looks good

@hoagiesherlin7732 Жыл бұрын

Pretty dang kool knob man

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Only1nexus Жыл бұрын

RIGHT ON BROTHER

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

You are one of us bro!

@circledhomestead4358 Жыл бұрын

Duff I told my daughter when she went to college! Don’t lose your common sense! You can make through this world with it!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Wise man!

@erivon2234 Жыл бұрын

congrats on 10K super cool. who knew when they took common sense from us, some would have enough to use it :) Crichton nailed it. have a lekka one amigo

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks! They not getting my common sense!😅

@FACEBOOKS-WBDS Жыл бұрын

Man that guy has Balls!!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

😂

@FACEBOOKS-WBDS Жыл бұрын

@@ratrodsafrica Your a bad ass man wielding your nut to your ball!!!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

@@FACEBOOKS-WBDS 🤣

@hemibreath Жыл бұрын

Hudson time 👍

@visionist8003 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! just Awesome!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@billyreeves4360 Жыл бұрын

man i like the way you build and explain your work.great job love the chev truck lot of good body ideas everything goes together and looks great Bjill USA keep it up

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it. Thanks Billy!

@philipsimonds8088 Жыл бұрын

Since it’s hollow might be kinda neat to have a little red light in there showing throw eyes and mouth

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

That would be cool

@KS-on9qp Жыл бұрын

Personal Responsibility !!!!! !!!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Yes Sir! Sorely lacking these days...

@zenithmosaic Жыл бұрын

Hell yes Diff 🙌

@crazywickedcustoms7272 Жыл бұрын

I love it , cool as hell

@deniseprettner2020 Жыл бұрын

Pretty artistic.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@MRWJV8 Жыл бұрын

Shit happens move you live and learn It makes you even more tougher love your channel and the gear knob looks cool

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@jameswelch7516 Жыл бұрын

Amen

@darwinfoster7420 Жыл бұрын

I can see being safe in what I do but agree it's my responsibility alone and nobody else . Keep up the great work you do .

@joesask857 Жыл бұрын

thanks man

@Steamerchoo Жыл бұрын

Hey Diff : love your videos, your closing statement about the safety freaks i completely agree with!! My wife yelled whilst I watched your video , she said “that guy sounds like you!”… your right I agree with you!… if I don’t wear safety boots and the Avil falls on my foot who’s to blame? Iam ! No one else!! Cheers from 🇨🇦

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Good to hear from a true brother!😀

@DoonerF Жыл бұрын

You better believe it my brother! Common sense has about vanished. People buy coffee, take a drink and burn their mouth. What do they do? Sue the coffee maker. Stupid! Nobody wants to take responsibility of their actions when it’s bad, but when it’s good, they are all on it. Great shifter! 👍🏻👍🏻!!!!

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Like you said bro!

@dontrump9362 Жыл бұрын

They should make it mandatory that in order to graduate you must take 2 Years of common sense….The problem though would that most would fail class…🤔👍😂 as always Duff….your ending message was spot on sir! Enjoyed the video….👍 have a great rest of the week young man. 👍🇺🇸🙏

@ancientironautomotive8678 Жыл бұрын

The truck turned out awesome can't wait to see what the next ratrods gonna be.

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@martinmurphy3868 Жыл бұрын

Totally agree Difff

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Amen brother!

@frasermacdougall7610 Жыл бұрын

Your quote is bang on , also the shifting knob is a one of a kind as the steering wheel is. I like them both. Have an awesome day and keep the video's coming. Cheers !

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@tolomirog Жыл бұрын

estoy completamente de acuerdo y eso es ser existencialista y humano debemos asumir nuestras responsabilidades y cada uno de nosotros. me gusta crichton y tambien jean paul sartre (existencialista) saludos y bellos trabajos con los fierros que seas feliz !

@ratrodsafrica Жыл бұрын

You are one of us my brother!