![]() ![]() and survived.!!!īut whatever you call them. He apparently jumped off the Brooklyn Bridge. ![]() a self-proclaimed daredevil and local New York stuntman from the late 1800's. The steering wheel "spin back" with a "Knob" attached could bump or bang the drivers arms or hands if they were not careful, but todays vehicles no longer have rapid "spin back." The term "Brodie Knob" somehow became associated with the Steering Knob because of Steve Brodie. This is due to the fact that the original vehicles the knobs were used on, did not have power steering, which caused rapid "spin back" of the steering wheel. ![]() Todays Steering Wheel Knob is also known as a "Spinner Knob"- "Suicide Knob" or "Brodie Knob".!!! The nickname "Suicide Knob" is an old and unfortunate name. and is to this day, a lingering reason that the Steering Knob is still perceived as dangerous. I personally advocate for the legal and allowable use of a Steering Wheel Spinner Knob by the CDL Licensed Professional Driver who chooses to use one.!!! A Quick Release Steering Wheel Knob.!!!ĭesigned for Truck Drivers, it can be attached and removed in seconds with no tools.! It's completely legal when used Off-Road or where Legally Permitted. ![]()
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