Really trying to find out if there is a compatible Raceseng boot collar that will clean up the sag in the boot. Yours isn't terrible, but there's a slight gap in the boot that would drive me crazy - especially seeing as it is visible from the driver's seat. Apparently the regular boot collar that they sell isn't compatible with ND Miatas, which seems like a total blunder on Raceseng's part.
Interesting - I've never noticed the sag in the boot or felt it was an issue. When I compare/contrast the stock knob to the Raceseng one, the sag in the boot looks to be almost identical (compare 2:55 to 6:25, for example). I do know there are aftermarket boots out there if it bothers you enough to consider upgrading to a custom boot. I also am aware some other shift knob companies do offer boot collars with some of their boots, so it's definitely a valid observation! I hope you are able to find the fit that works well for you!
@@SeanStettnichs - there’s third party companies that have boots compatible with Raceseng’s shift knobs?? If so - dude that’s awesome - please point me to their product page. That’s the one thing holding me back from purchasing.
Hello, great video! Have you shifted a lot with this knob after this video? Do you think its worth the premium price, increasing the shifting experience?
Thanks for the good words! To be perfectly honest, I was skeptical at first before making the decision to buy this shift knob (the Raceseng knobs are more expensive than some other aftermarket options out there). I have driven the car for exactly one month now since installing this shift knob, so I can speak to how it feels compared to the original. While I wouldn't say I had any specific issues or problems with the factory shift knob, I do believe this knob makes shifts "feel" even easier/smoother for both casual cruising or spirited driving. I think it has a lot to do with the added weight. I also greatly prefer the feeling of the alcantara (doesn't get hot, feels soft) vs. the standard leather/vinyl knob. Aesthetics are always in the eye of the beholder, but I personally think the stitch pattern of the original knob looks like a baseball. I wanted something that was stylish but also didn't stick out like a sore thumb. To me, this knob matches the rest of my interior very well without being overstated. It definitely has a higher quality presence compared to the original. I hope this info helps! Thanks for your comment!
