141-711-141 4-Speed Shift Knob (12mm) - VW Beetle Bus Ghia Type 3 Thing

4-Speed Shift Knob (12mm Threads) – 141-711-141

The 141-711-141 is an essential replacement for cracked, worn, or missing shift knobs in your air-cooled or early water-cooled Volkswagen. After decades of use, original knobs often become loose or the plastic begins to degrade. This replacement knob is manufactured from a durable, high-density resin that resists the oils from your hands and the extreme temperatures of a vehicle interior.

Featuring a 12mm internal thread, this knob is the standard fitment for the later gear shift levers introduced in the late 1960s. The white-filled 4-speed shift pattern is crisp and easy to read, ensuring that both the driver and the interior aesthetic remain synchronized with the vehicle's heritage.

Detailed Vehicle Compatibility

VW Beetle:

• 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977

VW Super Beetle:

• 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979

VW Bus (Bay Window):

• 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979

VW Karmann Ghia:

• 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974

VW Type 3:

• 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973

VW Thing:

• 1973, 1974

VW Vanagon:

• 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983

Product Highlights & Features

• Engraved Pattern: The 4-speed shift map is deeply engraved, not just printed, ensuring the pattern won't rub off even after years of daily driving.

• Integrated Threading: The 12mm threads are molded directly into the knob for a solid, wiggle-free connection to the shifter stalk.

• Polished Black Finish: Provides a clean, factory-fresh appearance that complements both stock and restored dashboards.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 141-711-141

• Thread Size: 12mm

• Pattern: 4-Speed (Reverse-1-2-3-4)

• Material: High-Density Black Resin

Installation & Maintenance Tips

• Verify Thread Size: Volkswagen shifted from 10mm to 12mm stalks during the 1968 model year. Please confirm your lever is 12mm before ordering.

• Do Not Over-Tighten: Screw the knob on until it is snug and the pattern is oriented correctly. Overtightening can occasionally strip the internal plastic threads.

• Alignment: If the pattern is not level when tight, you can use a small 12mm jam nut or a thin rubber washer on the stalk to adjust the stopping point.

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