Shift handle

[vxr500]

Thinking of swapping out my hurst shift handle for a steeds tri ax handle so I have more shift knob options. Can I just push the boot down far enough to get to the shifter bolts or do I have to remove the console?

[vxr500]

Anyone? Bueller?

[TheWizard]

The problem is with the upper right most bolt is a little hard to get to with the console in place

Usually I just move it out of the way, is only a few screws. It takes five minutes.
Hope this helps..

[tonysilver82]

I would remove the console to keep from damaging the boot

[vxr500]

The problem is with the upper right most bolt is a little hard to get to with the console in place

Usually I just move it out of the way, is only a few screws. It takes five minutes.
Hope this helps..

I'm not doing the entire shifter, just the 2 bolts to change the handle. I don't want to damage the leather boot though.

[TheWizard]

I'm not doing the entire shifter, just the 2 bolts to change the handle. I don't want to damage the leather boot though.

..you're answering your own question.

[vxr500]

..you're answering your own question.

Eh, you're right. How hard is it to remove the console? My fear is always snapping brittle 30+ yr old plastic.

[gr79]

To change out the shift lever (bolts only):
Just take the console plate out and then upper boot?

I leave the upper boot unfastened to avoid extra work.
Worth a little extra work to pull the boot off, insuring it stays intact.
Free access to bolts is best to go a good job getting them off and on tightly.

The console is no big deal if you find all the screws, but avoid this if possible.
Nothing will crack in half or break if handled gently.
The hand brake trim plate, inner storage plate, and ash tray need to be removed to access screws.

The whole console does not need to come out unless upper boot is screwed down and cannot access fasteners.
Lifting and propping it straight up while loose may be enough to get in there and unbolt boot.

Changed out a shift lever once in a swap meet parking lot.
Could not wait to use it!

[vxr500]

That's what I was kind of hoping-to be able to pop the trim around the leather boot and just pull the boot up. Can someone verify if it's bolted down?

[Travis T]

The boot is bolted down. Your best bet is to pull the console.

[jayhawk261]

Pull the console and just be careful about it. It takes less than 5 minutes. You won't be able to get to all 4 boot bolts if you don't.

Console: 2 screws that hold brake lever trim, 4 screws inside console, 2 screws under ashtray. That's it. Lift it up and set it down on the passenger floor board being careful with the wiring. you shouldn't have to disconnect the wiring.