Manual shifter Mod....

[hoahmaru]

Just wanted to know if anyone knows if it is possible to remove the rubber covering on the manual shift stick? Has anyone been successfully at changing the bottom rubber cover on the manual shift knob?

I want to change it into a black leather cover because I really don't like the rubber factory covering. If anyone has any info please let me know. Thanx.

The picture shows the part that I'am talking about.

[bigsky2]

Sorry to be slightly OT here...

But the RS Yaris has an Accordian Rubber boot?!

There's probably a way to remove the boot (aka cover) and install a leather boot shifter.

My guess is to remove or loosen the moulding around the shifter and boot, and remove the rubber boot from the inside. Probably a few screws to hold it in place on the bottom, and maybe a ring at the top of the boot where it meets the bottom of the shift knob.

[Sp33dY]

Start pulling at plastics to disassemble the dash ... wont be too hard?

[jcove]

Just wanted to know if anyone knows if it is possible to remove the rubber covering on the manual shift stick? Has anyone been successfully at changing the bottom rubber cover on the manual shift knob?

I want to change it into a black leather cover because I really don't like the rubber factory covering. If anyone has any info please let me know. Thanx.

The picture shows the part that I'am talking about.

There's a plastic ring around the bottom holding it in. It's very easy to remove.

[Idjiit]

Yes, but the questions is what would you replace it with? It's definitely the one part of the Yaris interior that makes it seem very cheap.

[why?]

I am sure you can buy aftermarket leather ones.

[Idjiit]

With the proper bezel to make it look like it belongs there? Haven't seen one yet, but if you've got a line on one, lemme know...

[hoahmaru]

There's a plastic ring around the bottom holding it in. It's very easy to remove.

did you replace your rubber cover/boot with something else?

[bigsky2]

I'm pretty sure you can get MOMO or RAZO or other manufacturer boots.
They make universal Shift Boots that work with just about any vehicle.

I don't have my Yaris yet, so hopefully there will be some fitted Shift Boots for the Yaris/Vitz when I take delivery in June.

[jcove]

did you replace your rubber cover/boot with something else?

I haven't yet, but I know a universal leather will fit. I agree that I'd like to see if there's one with a bezel. I'm thinking of just making my own by using the stock one as a template. Maybe someone else on here with more experiance could do something. I'd like to try my self, but I'm not a pro, by any means.

[hoahmaru]

I haven't yet, but I know a universal leather will fit. I agree that I'd like to see if there's one with a bezel. I'm thinking of just making my own by using the stock one as a template. Maybe someone else on here with more experiance could do something. I'd like to try my self, but I'm not a pro, by any means.


Yea I was also thinking of buying some leather at the fabric store and just try to make it myself. But I'am not a pro either, so if I can find a universal leather one I would totally do it. My friend has a Mini and her shift stick cover is leather, it looks so much better.

[TOYOTaejien]

There is a site that makes custom shift boots in leather.
Very great site, I am using one of their shift boots I cutomized.
However, I dont know if it'll fit the Yaris, they make custom car ones, but it looks universal though.

Anyways, if you guys are interested, the link is:
www.lightningautocustoms.com

[jcove]

There is a site that makes custom shift boots in leather.
Very great site, I am using one of their shift boots I cutomized.
However, I dont know if it'll fit the Yaris, they make custom car ones, but it looks universal though.

Anyways, if you guys are interested, the link is:
www.lightningautocustoms.com


I've really been bitten by the tuner bug. I've ordered a boot through this company, Lightning Auto Customs. I will take lots of pictures and post them when I get it. It ships tomorrow. They are great to deal with. I'm going boring, just black leather with black stitching.

[Idjiit]

I've really been bitten by the tuner bug. I've ordered a boot through this company, Lightning Auto Customs. I will take lots of pictures and post them when I get it. It ships tomorrow. They are great to deal with. I'm going boring, just black leather with black stitching.

Are they making any attempt to have it be customized to fit the Yaris as best as possible?

[jcove]

Are they making any attempt to have it be customized to fit the Yaris as best as possible?

I'll let you know. I gave them all the measurements and even a scan of the bezel.

[hhcchen]

just wondering...
can people get the one like in civic...?
http://www.netcarshow.com/honda/2006-civic_eur/1024x768/wallpaper_07.jpg:iono:

[okay player]

that is so nice. too bad a civic is almost 2x price of a yaris. that'd be an awesome mod though.

[Sp33dY]

That days of fun, cheap, and cheerful Hondas are over :(

[hoahmaru]

I'll let you know. I gave them all the measurements and even a scan of the bezel.

Please let me know how it fits and pictures please!

I called toyota today and the accessories guy said he some shift boots starting at about $100 each. I think that's a bit pricey. I'll try to look around some more. My brother has a 99 Prelude and he just took out his shift boot and took it to a tailor shop and they made him one to fit his car. I was thinking of doing that but the Yaris shift boot is designed a bit different so I don't think the tailor shop can duplicate that with leather.

[hoahmaru]

I want something like this, plain and stylish.

[jcove]

Please let me know how it fits and pictures please!

I called toyota today and the accessories guy said he some shift boots starting at about $100 each. I think that's a bit pricey. I'll try to look around some more. My brother has a 99 Prelude and he just took out his shift boot and took it to a tailor shop and they made him one to fit his car. I was thinking of doing that but the Yaris shift boot is designed a bit different so I don't think the tailor shop can duplicate that with leather.

From Lighting Auto, the cost is only $36 or $38 plus shipping I think.(I did it from home, I'm at work on lunch right now.) we'll see what I get dinged for when it comes across the boarder, but it was only around $50.00 with shipping US$ prior to the duty and all that stuff. Hopefully it won't be too much.

[Chaad32]

Wow...I didn't know that civics looked like that. at least not in the US they don't

[Moose]

Wow...I didn't know that civics looked like that. at least not in the US they don't

You're right- that is a European Civic. The USDM Civic has a totally different setup- dash, center console, no push button start, etc. If you look closely, you can see that the speedo says km/h. I wouldn't be surprised if that were the new CTR interior- especially with seat heaters, the Recaros, and fancy pedals.

And the USDM Civic has a leather shift boot.

BTW, the Yaris sedan comes with a leather boot- the hole looks exactly the same, so it should fit right in.

[Chaad32]

Actually the US civic can display kph and mph.....but still, it is a totally different setup, and I like alot.

[daddz07]

So what happenex with tbe instalation I

[nookandcrannycar]

So what happenex with tbe instalation I

How likely is it that he still owns the car?....the LAST POST was over 7 1/2 YEARS ago :eek:.

[yougojay]

How likely is it that he still owns the car?....the LAST POST was over 7 1/2 YEARS ago :eek:.


Thanks! That reminds me that we have to watch

'RESURRECTION' tonight @9:00 :biggrin:

[nookandcrannycar]

Thanks! That reminds me that we have to watch

'RESURRECTION' tonight @9:00 :biggrin:

:bellyroll:

[MUSKOKA800]

Try Micro Image. They carry everything Yaris. Or will point you in the right direction.

Better yet, here you go. http://shop.microimageonline.com/Leather-Shift-Boot-YARIS-LSB-001.htm