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Old Dec 19, 2008 | 02:01 PM
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Didn't know if anyone knew or cared but you can get a carbon fiber and woodgrain version of our shift ***** on ebay now. Do a search for "corvette automatic shift *****". Should show up. A nonsponsored vendor also sells them, but I'm not telling the general public who.
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Old Dec 19, 2008 | 03:10 PM
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Here's some pics by the way. I'm thinking c5 shifter with the button
off the cf one.



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Old Dec 19, 2008 | 03:16 PM
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I think the stock ones look better imo
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Old Dec 19, 2008 | 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by 99problemz
I think the stock ones look better imo
+1 Those dont flow like leather
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Old Dec 20, 2008 | 02:41 PM
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Agreed, I just know there aren't alot of ptions out there for us A4 people without using the thing to use manual shift *****, so just letting people know they were out there.
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Old Dec 20, 2008 | 03:58 PM
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I just shortened mine
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Old Dec 20, 2008 | 04:16 PM
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^^How does that look?
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Old Dec 20, 2008 | 05:34 PM
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^^How does that look?
Pretty Dam cool!
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Not the best pic, but you get the idea:

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Old Dec 20, 2008 | 10:05 PM
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How did you shorten it???
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Old Dec 21, 2008 | 02:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Techn9ne421
How did you shorten it???
Id like to know as well how you did it.
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Nice, that does look a hell of alot better.

If you have a Dremel, it can be shortened. Just cut the parts evenly, and make your notches for the C-Clip that holds the Shifter.

That's what I would use to do it..
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Old Dec 21, 2008 | 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Brian2006
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easy free mod. Nothing better! A dremel and shifter from a 94 z28. Not a fan of the carbon fiber and wood shifters.

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Old Dec 21, 2008 | 05:38 PM
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Here is an adapter to install a Manual shift **** on an Auto:
http://www.ws6project.com/user_stor/...9205cfab3e6145

Here is a recent thread where its used to install a metal Hurst T Handle:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...ght=shift+****

Shorter shifter & aftermarket ****:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...3&page=1&pp=20
https://ls1tech.com/forums/appearanc...c-shifter.html

Other aftermarket *****:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/appearance-detailing/476760-automatic-shift-knob-conversion-kits.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/appearance-detailing/510891-auto-shift-knob-options.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/appearance-detailing/507571-auto-knob.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/appearance-detailing/474757-retro-shift-knob-auto.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...&page=11&pp=20 (pg 11)
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...&page=17&pp=20 (pg 17)
https://ls1tech.com/forums/appearance-detailing/532471-aftermarket-custom-a4-shift-knobs.html

Here is how I added a shift boot to my A4:
http://www.fadingarrow.com/ShiftBoot.htm

Readline Goods also sells leather shift and e-brake boots.
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