Looking at updating gear knob and gator.

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7 July, 20169 yr

I'm looking at updating my gear knob and gater on my pre-FL, has anyone done this and what are my options?

I've seen this but not sure if it will work?

7 July, 20169 yr

I fitted a mk3 VRS gear knob to mine, the gaitor didnt quite fit so used my existing one, and knob required a little modification but it looks really well.

7 July, 20169 yr

Well you've tried gator and gater. Why not gaiter?

A quick Google search shows that are many suitable gear knobs and gaiters available, although I do like the one you have shown.

7 July, 20169 yr

There seems to be an updated gear knob on FL 5 and 6 speeds, which I assume would be a straight swap as the dash/gear lever area wasnt changed?? Want to get one myself!

7 July, 20169 yr

Yes, straight swap.

7 July, 20169 yr

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Yes, straight swap.

A straight swap for even my ancient 6 speed pre-fl? Is the gaitor base not slighty different, it looks like it needs some fettling!

Edited 7 July, 20169 yr by billywhiz040480

7 July, 20169 yr

Certainly not a problem with my 2008 preFL.

7 July, 20169 yr

Author

I failed to state it's originally for the Skoda Rapid!

7 July, 20169 yr

Author

Certainly not a problem with my 2008 preFL.

Any chance I could see a pic of it fitted in your car please?

8 July, 20169 yr

I'm afraid I no longer have that car and don't have any pictures. Sorry.

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