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Old Jan 28, 2018 | 05:48 PM
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So I bought a suede shift **** from corvette mod and it’s not fitting. It’s doesnt line up with the screw. The length seems off when I compare the two and corvette mod was no help surprise I thought maybe it was a c5 ****. Thanks!
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Looks like you have a 2005-2007 model. The hole on the 2008+ shifter stalk is a bit higher than the 2005-2007 models. That's why it's not fitting properly.

It sucks because I see the listing on Corvette mods and even the question and answers section says this will fit 2005-2007 models which is not true. I think your best option is to upgrade your shifter to an MGW. Much better than the stock shifter and the **** would fit without issue. Best of luck!

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Frankie15 is correct, your new one is for 2008 and up. The good news is your new boot is correct for the new shifter ****.

The MGW shifter is drilled for both generations. I installed a MGW last year, along with 2008 & up **** & boot.


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Thanks guys I wonder why corvette mod doesn’t state this! Not right!!
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Originally Posted by c6z51man
Thanks guys I wonder why corvette mod doesn’t state this! Not right!!
No problem. I agree its definitely not right on their part. Probably one of the reasons they have such a bad rep on these forums. Like I said, I would highly recommend the MGW shifter. Definitely one of the best mods you can do.
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