ISO Custom Shift Boot

EX0PIL0T · 04-15-2025, 03:47 PM

I just put on a new Black Forest Industries shift knob, but it's an aftermarket one so it doesn't have the same clip that the factory ones do. It just clamps onto the shifter. The attached images show where it pushes the factory boot down to. There is a ridge above the set screws where the boot is supposed to fit around, but the factory boot diameter is too small to fit the knob through. I'm sure I could make it work by pulling a few stitches out temporarily, but the boot is worn and old anyway so why not refresh it? I can't seem to find anyone that makes custom BMW shift boots, but I bet anyone who makes boots can make what I need with a frame provided. If you guys have any recommendations for who to reach out to I'm all ears.

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tcphoto · 04-17-2025, 09:02 AM

People will pull the boot up, put a zip tie around the boot lip above the ridge and then push the boot back in place. It looks like it would likely be a tight fit for you. I bought my alcantara boot with M Sport stitching from Coby Wheel in Dallas and I like the look and feel of it.

04-15-2025, 03:47 PM	#1
EX0PIL0T Second Lieutenant 32 Rep 208 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 335i Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [10.00]	ISO Custom Shift Boot I just put on a new Black Forest Industries shift knob, but it's an aftermarket one so it doesn't have the same clip that the factory ones do. It just clamps onto the shifter. The attached images show where it pushes the factory boot down to. There is a ridge above the set screws where the boot is supposed to fit around, but the factory boot diameter is too small to fit the knob through. I'm sure I could make it work by pulling a few stitches out temporarily, but the boot is worn and old anyway so why not refresh it? I can't seem to find anyone that makes custom BMW shift boots, but I bet anyone who makes boots can make what I need with a frame provided. If you guys have any recommendations for who to reach out to I'm all ears. View post on imgur.com __________________ "There are two opinions in this world. Mine and the wrong one." - Jeremy Clarkson
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04-17-2025, 09:02 AM	#2
tcphoto Brigadier General 4678 Rep 3,393 Posts Drives: E92 335i 6MT Coupe Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Nashville, TN iTrader: (1)	People will pull the boot up, put a zip tie around the boot lip above the ridge and then push the boot back in place. It looks like it would likely be a tight fit for you. I bought my alcantara boot with M Sport stitching from Coby Wheel in Dallas and I like the look and feel of it. Attached Images __________________
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