{"product_id":"grimmspeed-shift-knob-boot-retainer-5-speed-038008","title":"GrimmSpeed Shift Knob Boot Retainer (5 Speed)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eKeep That Factory Boot Looking Sharp on Your New Knob\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwapping in a GrimmSpeed shift knob is one of the easiest ways to upgrade the feel of every gear change, but a 5 speed shifter needs a little extra hardware to keep the factory shift boot sitting in the right spot. The GrimmSpeed Shift Knob Boot Retainer 038008 slides in around the base of the shift knob and holds the factory boot snug against the console, so there is no sagging or awkward gaps once your new knob is installed. Machined for a precise fit, this small but essential piece finishes off the look of your shifter setup and keeps the interior feeling factory clean even after the upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds the factory shift boot firmly in place around the base of the shift knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurpose built for 5 speed manual Subaru applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with GrimmSpeed shift knobs featuring the M12x1.25 thread pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates boot sag and gaps for a clean, finished shifter appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable construction designed to hold up to daily driving and shifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple drop in fit that requires no special tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e038008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52165173\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrimmSpeed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShift Boot Retainer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThread Pitch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM12x1.25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Speed Manual Transmission\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x GrimmSpeed Shift Knob Boot Retainer (038008)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout GrimmSpeed\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrimmSpeed was founded by a small group of car enthusiasts in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a simple goal of building smarter, more thoughtfully engineered parts for the cars they were passionate about. What started as a single stall garage operation has grown into a respected name across the Subaru and performance community, known for practical design, careful attention to fit and finish, and products that solve real problems for real drivers. Every part carries that same garage built mentality, whether it is a small accessory like this retainer or a full turbo system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/grimmspeed-shift-knob-delrin-subaru-5-speed-and-6-speed-manual-transmission\"\u003eGrimmSpeed Shift Knob Delrin - Subaru 5 Speed and 6 Speed Manual Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/grimmspeed-shift-knob-stainless-steel-subaru-5-speed-and-6-speed-manual-transmission-black\"\u003eGrimmSpeed Shift Knob Stainless Steel - Subaru 5 Speed and 6 Speed Manual Transmission - Black\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/grimmspeed-tallboy-shift-knob-black-delrin-m12x1-25\"\u003eGrimmSpeed Tallboy Shift Knob Black Delrin - M12x1.25\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/grimmspeed-stubby-shift-knob-black-delrin-m12x1-25\"\u003eGrimmSpeed Stubby Shift Knob Black Delrin - M12x1.25\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the 038008?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 038008 is the GrimmSpeed Shift Knob Boot Retainer designed for 5 speed manual Subaru shifters, made to hold the factory shift boot in place around the base of an aftermarket shift knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need this if I already have a 6 speed shifter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This retainer is specifically designed for 5 speed manual setups. Most GrimmSpeed shift knobs fit 6 speed shifters without the need for a separate retainer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this work with any aftermarket shift knob?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed to pair with GrimmSpeed shift knobs that use the M12x1.25 thread pitch. Fitment with other brands of knobs is not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit my factory shift boot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is designed to hold your existing factory shift boot in its original position once a new shift knob is installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is this retainer made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is built from a durable material chosen to withstand repeated shifting and daily driving conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs installation difficult?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it is a simple drop in piece that fits around the base of the shift knob without any special tools or modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill my shift boot sag without this piece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn many 5 speed applications, skipping this retainer can leave the factory boot loose or sagging once a new knob is installed, which is why GrimmSpeed recommends it for a clean finished look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this be used on vehicles other than Subaru?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was engineered around Subaru 5 speed manual shifter dimensions, so fitment on other makes is not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the factory shift knob by unscrewing it counterclockwise from the shift lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide the factory shift boot down to expose the base of the shifter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the boot retainer over the shift lever so it sits at the base where the boot meets the console\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread on your GrimmSpeed shift knob until snug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull the shift boot back up into position over the retainer for a clean, factory style fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck that the boot sits flush and does not sag or shift when moving the gear selector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GrimmSpeed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46078348492879,"sku":"GRMGRM038008","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/grimmspeed-grm038008-boot-retainer-threaded-opening.jpg?v=1784325416","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/grimmspeed-shift-knob-boot-retainer-5-speed-038008","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}