Wedge TR8 Gear Shift Knob

[RSMTR8]

Anybody know where I can purchase a new TR8 Gear Shift Knob? I tried Victoria British, and the one they have only fits the 1981 TR8, not the 1980 apparently they have different size poles?


Thanks,

Rod

 

[sammyb]

Really? My TR8 seemed to have the identical knob as my TR7 (both 1980 cars.)

 

[PATR8]

I bought the wood walnut grain with the Triumph book of knowledge on it from Vickies and it fit no trouble.

 

[philman]

the one on my '80 tr8 parts car is the same as the one on my '81 TR7 DHC?!

 

[RSMTR8]

I hear ya, I ordered one from Vic's and if you have a catalog, you will see it listed as only for the 81' TR8. I ordered it any way, and sure enough, it did not fit!


Thanks!

Rod

 

[PATR8]

That is puzzling, the 5 speed did not change at all during it production run. I will have to to email Ted and see what he says. Ted is smart on the little things like that

 

[RSMTR8]

That would be great, I would like to order a new one, as mine is looking pretty worn. Also, any suggestions on where I can get the Glove box straps? I have 1 intact, and 1 broken I would like to replace.


Thanks!

 

[PATR8]

Those straps are probably the hardest things to find. I took the two good ones from the 4 I had. Most replacements I see simply take Rubber strips with holes on the end and strap them in.