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Old 12-04-2017, 12:15 PM
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Just bought this 2009 Mini Cooper S - How do I change the shift boot?


I just purchased this 09' mini cooper s hardtop to replace my 2010 convertible after totaling it.

The car doesn't have a shift boot currently, should I add a new shift boot?
The link to the one I'm considering from Amazon.
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https://www.amazon.com/Spec-D-Tuning-SKB-BLKSU-RS-Manual-Stitching/dp/B0019BSGTQ/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1512418214&vehicle=2009-32-218-1--17-6-5-8663-2673-1-1-2844--3-0&sr=1-1-catcorr&ymm=2009%3Amini%3Acooper&keywords=black+and+red+shift+boot&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011 https://www.amazon.com/Spec-D-Tuning-SKB-BLKSU-RS-Manual-Stitching/dp/B0019BSGTQ/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1512418214&vehicle=2009-32-218-1--17-6-5-8663-2673-1-1-2844--3-0&sr=1-1-catcorr&ymm=2009%3Amini%3Acooper&keywords=black+and+red+shift+boot&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011


If so, how do I remove the interior trim around the shifter? Youtube is lacking any videos covering this.

Also, does anyone have any suggestions on what I should name him?

 
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Old 12-04-2017, 01:02 PM
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Looks like it came with a CravenSpeed shift well cover. I think they have the instructions for installation on their website. Might help to follow the instructions in reverse.
 
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Old 12-04-2017, 04:28 PM
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Looks like you’ll need the chrome boot retainer that looks to have been removed by the previous owner. Might try a local salvage yard.
 
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Old 12-05-2017, 05:47 AM
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you can pull the *** upwards and be careful not to hit yourself.
either remove the center console or use flate head screw driver and pry on the sides til it comes out.
once done, sell the kit on ebay or here to recover for the new boot.
 
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Old 12-05-2017, 06:32 AM
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Originally Posted by njaremka
Looks like it came with a CravenSpeed shift well cover. I think they have the instructions for installation on their website. Might help to follow the instructions in reverse.
X2. That is an aftermarket "bootless boot" lol. Pretty cool piece.

Looks like it came with a few mods...front lip, rear wing extension ect. neat
 
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