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      05-30-2008, 10:53 PM   #1
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Just Arrived, Performance Knob and Boot

Just got these today - was waiting for the boot for a while. Just need to know how to connect the boot to the knob, anyone know?



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      05-30-2008, 11:01 PM   #2
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I'm not 100% sure but I think you insert the boot and then flip it inside out and tie it to the shift stick very tight, then you flip it back over and put your boot clips into the center console and put your knob on!!

that's how I would imagine it goes on..... or you can unclip the stock boot from the center console and see how BMW Did it, and then do like they did!! :thumbup:
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      05-30-2008, 11:47 PM   #3
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Got it to fit, it just sorta fits together snuggly with nothing actually connecting the boot and knob (unlike the stock knob). Now to drive with it and compare the feel
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      05-30-2008, 11:54 PM   #4
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Hey Whiteout, I also got that shift knob about 2 weeks ago, and I'm loving it. IMO, it feels nicer in the hand than the stock M leather one. With this metal shifter, you can "feel" the metal shaft's "movement" - it basically transfers the tactile metal vibration through to your hands, rather than being absorbed by the padded leather. The result feels very sporty!

Anyway, it's very easy to install. I used this link for reference (thanks to Andy M):
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6664

You don't have to attach the shifter to the boot. The shifter snaps on to the shaft and presses against the top of the boot. However, you can fix the boot directly on to the shifter if you prefer, but I didn't.

Good luck!
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      05-30-2008, 11:56 PM   #5
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Oh, you figured it out then. Good deal.
Enjoy it!
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      05-31-2008, 03:40 AM   #6
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Vinman, thanks for the info. I just got back from driving around with it. I absolutely LOVE the feel of this new knob. Adds a lot of precision to the feel of the throws.
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