Manual shifter Mod.... - Toyota Yaris Forums

hoahmaru · 04-27-2006, 01:54 AM

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.

jcove · 04-27-2006, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 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.

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

Idjiit · 04-27-2006, 10:09 AM

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? · 04-27-2006, 10:10 AM

I am sure you can buy aftermarket leather ones.

Idjiit · 04-27-2006, 10:16 AM

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 · 04-27-2006, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jcove

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?

jcove · 04-27-2006, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by hoahmaru

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 · 04-28-2006, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by jcove

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 · 04-28-2006, 06:49 AM

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 · 05-02-2006, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 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

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 · 05-02-2006, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by jcove

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 · 05-02-2006, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Idjiit

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 · 05-02-2006, 11:44 PM

just wondering...
can people get the one like in civic...?

okay player · 05-03-2006, 12:27 AM

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

hoahmaru · 05-03-2006, 01:51 AM

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Originally Posted by jcove

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 · 05-03-2006, 02:17 AM

I want something like this, plain and stylish.

jcove · 05-03-2006, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by hoahmaru

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 · 07-22-2006, 01:14 PM

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

04-27-2006, 10:10 AM	#4
why? Only Happy When it Rains View User's Garage Drives: Yaris LB Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: harnett county NC Posts: 4,097	I am sure you can buy aftermarket leather ones. __________________ Colin Chapman disciple

04-28-2006, 06:49 AM	#9
TOYOTaejien Drives: Yaris S Sedan Manual Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: CA Posts: 29	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 __________________ . . . Every drop of sweat from maintenance, is one less Yaris from stallinG . . .

07-22-2006, 01:14 PM	#18
Chaad32 Drives: 2007 Liftback Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: USA Posts: 334	Wow...I didn't know that civics looked like that. at least not in the US they don't __________________ 2007 Liftback Blazing Blue Cold Weather, Convenience Package, Arm Rest, Floor mats, Weathertech vent visors

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