-Freak-

iTrader: (6)

So this should answer a few questions for those that are curious.

MBA shift adapter
http://www.ws6project.com

Any shift handle that has a thread count/pattern of M16 x 1.5 - Thanks to Snuffles for that info.

I went with the Hurst shift handle.
http://www.ws6project.com



With the car off, move the shifter to 1st gear so you have access to the clip that holds the shift handle in. You will need to use a needle nose pliers or a pic of some kind to get the clip out.



Once you have the clip out pull the handle straight up to remove it.



Get your parts you ordered and assemble them.
I had to clean out the threading on the handle so it would screw into the adapter.



Now just slide it onto the shaft until it bottoms out. The set screws slide up and down in the cut out groove.
Snug up the set screws and then give them another quarter turn.



Thats it, you just installed the handle!

I will append to this once I get my hands on a shift boot.

Here are some more pictures for reference and a video to show how it functions.
















I'm still trying to figure out how to get ride of the play in the adapter.
Also have to get a shift boot and finish the write up.

Your welcome.
For more install guides check here. INSTALL GUIDES

blueeyeddevil141

iTrader: (5)

To get rid of the play it has shims, you use the red one I believe.

-Freak-

iTrader: (6)

Never got any shims with the mba adapter.
I thought the shims sat on top of the adapter to align the logo on the MBA ball.
I'm getting play with the set screws and the slot they go in.

Snuffles

iTrader: (1)

Exactly.
It's the white plastic piece twisting that causes the movement.
I've tried to get rid of it ... to no avail.

Nice pics/process Freak.
Looks good.

If you need help with the shift boot PM me, I'll throw some pics your way.

Photochop

iTrader: (74)

What boot did you use on yours? I like this install so far if it functions and keeps the handle centered correctly.

-Freak-

iTrader: (6)

The handle is centered. I just drove the car in to work and my concern with the movement was that it would rattle. The only time I heard anything from it was large cracks or pot holes in the road.

I've heard of guys using boots from a grand prix and the m6 boot.
I'm trying to find one for cheap or free. I'll append to this with the instructions on the boot.

PontiacFan

iTrader: (104)

FYI, your links in the first post still have your sign-in data recorded to the products.
If I add them to the 'cart' & ask for a total it gives me a ship to ' ****** ****, *****, **.'
May I suggest that you edit/delete the links?!?

Good write-up.

-Freak-

iTrader: (6)

Thanks for the heads up. Thats not my name but i'm from MN.
I edited the links.

TUFAS4U

iTrader: (5)

Anyone use the hurst Pistol grip shift ****? looks like it would fit the m16 1.5 requirement.

02gtp4now

iTrader: (7)

looks good i think the grand prix boot would fit in ther nice

Snuffles

iTrader: (1)

My shift boot is from a Grand Am.
The idea came from a person on this board who did it before me, forget his name though.

phantomzer0

iTrader: (17)

Looks good, but the handle looks like it's for left hand shifters?

-Freak-

iTrader: (6)

I thought so also but it fits fine. Maybe going to try a different handle when I get some spare $.

TUFAS4U

iTrader: (5)

will this mod work for my 02 model w/the factory t-****? the button is on the side.

VIP1

For those looking to add a shift boot to the A4, here is how I did it:
www.fadingarrow.com/shiftboot.htm

Yahelou

iTrader: (23)

is there any way to make the hurst label face the other way, toward the driver. that would look better.

-Freak-

iTrader: (6)

Sure if you wanted the finger indents in your palm and the lettering to be upside down and backwards.

Havok2

iTrader: (118)

didnt watch vid, wont connect for me

you still push down?

Havok2

iTrader: (118)

nevermind, got it

-Freak-

iTrader: (6)

Yep, you just push down on the handle to shift.