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Old Sep 27, 2008 | 10:39 PM
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Just installed a C6 shift **** on my B&M and it looks great. Only problem is the stock C5 shift boot doesn't fit with it. I had to cut it a little to get it to fit.

I don't think a c6 shift boot will work in a C5. Anyone know for sure?

Also, those that have done this, what did you do?

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Old Sep 27, 2008 | 10:44 PM
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Just installed a C6 shift **** on my B&M and it looks great. Only problem is the stock C5 shift boot doesn't fit with it. I had to cut it a little to get it to fit.

I don't think a c6 shift boot will work in a C5. Anyone know for sure?

Also, those that have done this, what did you do?

Thanks!


Fliip it inside out, trim enough to get the base through, ZipTie it to the base, pull it back through

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Old Sep 27, 2008 | 11:42 PM
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Can you get the boot out without taking the console off?

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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 12:37 AM
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Can you get the boot out without taking the console off?

Thanks for the quick reply!
Yes,

gently pull it inward and up from the base.

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Thanks very much.
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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 10:33 PM
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Fliip it inside out, trim enough to get the base through, ZipTie it to the base, pull it back through

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That worked for me.........only I used small gauged stainless wire. I was able to twist it tighter than a zip tie. Works great
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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 11:38 PM
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I did the same thing just flipped it around did a little trimming and voila. Search my name for c6 shifter in c5 thread with pics.
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