My black/white lettering OEM shift knob (PN103301) had some of its numbers looking a bit tired. I used this lacquer paint stick and it looks night and day improved. It only took 20 seconds too. Photo below after my first pass. I feel like an idiot for not taking a before photo. This what I used: Lacquer-Stik Paintstick, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002BY8HKS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GKDHTN50RJRJVGY6BSNZ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Image Unavailable, Please Login
I bought a new one from Hill Engineering. Much better quality and much more solid than OEM, looks super shiny. https://www.hillengineering.co.uk/interior-parts/gear-knobs/103301
Mine was cracked a little underneath, but that can only be seen when the knob was removed. The white plastic, that connects it with the metal part is not very strong. The Hill Engineering part is made from much better and stronger plastic and it's one piece. But sure, if yours is OK, no need to change it at all.
Hi there, I am trying to resolve a similar issue with the shift knob of my 355. Some previous owner had the lettering filled with some red paint, which faded overtime. What would be my best long-lasting option to restore it to its original black lettering? Obviously buying a new knob would work (P/N 160480) but I was wondering if some black paint could do the trick? Image Unavailable, Please Login
Try the blk version of what Auraraptor recommended - https://www.amazon.com/MRK51123-co-Industries-Lacquer-Stik-Fill/dp/B002BYWUMO
Found some good ideas on this porsche forum. Will try the sharpie black oil paint and will keep you guys posted on the result. https://rennlist.com/forums/997-forum/930720-painting-the-shifting-pattern-on-mt-shift-cap.html#:~:text=First clean the surface with,will not be wiped off.
I used regular water base wall paint (white) I filled in all the numbers and easily wiped off the excess. You can’t tell the difference.
