6M Shift Boot
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6M Shift Boot
My shift boot assembly is cracked so it never sits correct and will constantly pop out. Which got me to thinking: is there any purpose to keep it? Deflect heat from tranny into cockpit? Suggestions?
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Be more specific. Do you mean the shift boot RETAINER? You can buy a new aftermarket retainer that solves that issue permanently.
The answer to your question is yes. Heat/dust/dirt/slow squirrels, etc.
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From: Los Angeles CA
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From: Dear Karma, I have a list of people you missed.
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Common issue. Cheap-azz GM approved plastic breaks if you even LOOK at it wrong.
Solution:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shift-Boot-C...zCkW6Q&vxp=mtr
BUY THIS!
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Solution:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shift-Boot-C...zCkW6Q&vxp=mtr
BUY THIS!
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Common issue. Cheap-azz GM approved plastic breaks if you even LOOK at it wrong.
Solution:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shift-Boot-C...zCkW6Q&vxp=mtr
BUY THIS!
/thread
Solution:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shift-Boot-C...zCkW6Q&vxp=mtr
BUY THIS!
/thread
Yep, put one in my 98......or was it my 02, damn memory
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One of the (several) things I like about this is the ability to "form" it, or shape it, as needed to get it to conform to the correct shape of the console opening when doing the initial installation. Once the best shape is achieved, it still has just enough flexibility so removal and re-installation of the boot at a later time is very easy.
Easily one of THE best aftermarket items I have come across for C5s. Very well made.
Easily one of THE best aftermarket items I have come across for C5s. Very well made.
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Solves a major PITA for C5 owners.