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Old Dec 22, 2008 | 01:33 PM
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for you m6 users how do you keep the shift boot down on the stick so it doesnt rise up i want something so it stays down and wont been seen
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Old Dec 22, 2008 | 01:47 PM
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not sure. if u really want it to stay down just take the boot off, cut the tip and re-sew a lip on it
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Old Dec 22, 2008 | 08:06 PM
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anyother suggestions right now i just have taped bunched around the stick so when i push the boot down it holds it but you can see it
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Old Dec 23, 2008 | 08:48 PM
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Go to the auto parts store and get a rubber grommet with the inside diameter a little smaller than the shifter. Take off your shift **** push the grommet down the shifter and put the **** back on.
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Old Dec 23, 2008 | 10:09 PM
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Not trying to be a smart ***...but buy a shorter boot from Redline! They make awsome boots!
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Old Dec 23, 2008 | 10:34 PM
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i have one in the mail comming now lol but i will prob still have to keep it down a little
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Are you just wanting to see the metal shift rod?
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Old Dec 24, 2008 | 01:39 PM
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yes i have a hust ball and i want to see the metal stick so i want the boot to be down a little bit
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