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1st Gen Transmisson shifter boot

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by PELICANTACO, Jan 23, 2020.

  1. Jan 23, 2020 at 4:28 PM
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    PELICANTACO

    PELICANTACO [OP] 1998 Taco 4x42.7L 5spd

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    Does anyone know how to get this new transmission shifter boot on the handle without ripping it?

    Does it need to be greased? Does the handle come apart?
     
  2. Jan 23, 2020 at 4:34 PM
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    El Taco Diablo

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    Rubbing alcohol... it will lubricate it and then evaporate.
     
  3. Jan 23, 2020 at 7:07 PM
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    1997tacomav6

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    Yup, have to grease it and it will slide over with some effort, then clean grease off
     
  4. Jan 23, 2020 at 7:21 PM
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    chrslefty

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    Spit on it and show him a good time.
     
  5. Jan 26, 2020 at 3:09 PM
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    PELICANTACO

    PELICANTACO [OP] 1998 Taco 4x42.7L 5spd

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    Got it.Appreciate the input.
     
  6. Jan 26, 2020 at 4:45 PM
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    BartMaster1234

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    I’ve always used general automotive grease.
     

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