>> GROUP BUY << FUNCTION-F1RST SHIFT KNOB

I setting up a group buy for the Function-First shift *****: http://www.function-first.com/produc...sic-shift-**** Another thread with some more pictures and reviews: https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...-have-one.html Details: 5 Buyers = 10% off 10 Buyers = 20% off Shipping: USA $9.50 Canada $16.50 Intl $24.50 Ends 4/27/18 at which time PayPal invoices will be emailed to those who sign up. Sign up: PM me your email address to receive the invoice. Thank you!

In. I just haven't decided for what. Long or Short?

Just chiming in here - thanks for setting this up! Please note that the extended height shafts (both colors) are on back order. They will be in stock in 4-6 weeks. So if you are intent on that configuration, please keep that in mind. Also note that there are a very limited number of white Delrin ***** available, as those are being phased out. Thanks, Rennlist!

I'm in. Aluminum 996 w/ shift pattern in black 6 speed

I’m in! I really like the black with white shift pattern. Delrin would be perfect for the Houston heat. I’ll send you my e-mail address.

Thank you ALL! Pls PM/DM me with your email so we can send you invoices per the original instructions, thank you!

PM sent, I'm in too By the way, is there any way you could periodically update the original post with how many people have signed up for the group buy? That might help encourage more people to sign up if they know they'll get 20% off.

Funny, I just did that on my other post. Yes, we are at 7 now, so 3 away from getting the 20% off. Once we reach that, invoices are going out! Thank you.

By the way, THANK YOU SO MUCH for organizing this group buy. I've been weighing options on shift ***** for a little while now, and I had narrowed it down between the FF and this classy shift **** classy shift **** . Much to my surprise, my wife preferred the function first ****, and your group buy should make for a nice price.

haha, no prob... my first time doing this so bear with me! funny i saw that too on amazon!!!! i just ordered a red stich shift boot and floor mats with red script..... excited to put it all together!

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Just curious, which shift boot did you decide to go with? I've already ordered a spare bracket, would rather have the option to go back to stock versus cutting off the original boot.

spare bracket? I hope I don't have to cut anything as I would like the option to go back to stock and move the FF set up to my next car (996tt). PS, we are at 9 now! This is what I ordered:

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The bracket part is available for order, and from my reading you'll need to either cut up the original boot get the old plastic bracket out, or you'll need to order a new one to affix the new boot to (looks like stapling or gluing are what most people do). The boot you linked mentioned in the description that it is just the leather part, and not the plastic piece that it wraps around. The part number for the bracket is 996-552-655-01. Sunset stocks it . I ended up ordering the RedLine boot in medium gray, hopefully that is a good match for graphite gray.

Thanks, good looking out..... this is turning into a project, haha

The plastic bracket comes out without mangling the leather. You just peel back the part where it is attached with adhesive. They aren�t very expensive though, even if you do need a spare. Did you notice the one you ordered was vinyl? You can get leather ones for about the same price...

cds72911! You saved me! I didn't even see the fake leather part! (that what you get for drinking Petchuga and ordering off Amazon at midnight!). Canceled and order a (hopefully) leather one.

bump......

So are we still at 9?

yup, one more!

I'll play.

Slacker FTW. Again.

slakker, you would make 10, pls dm me your email and i will forward to FF at which point they will send out invoices. thank you.

bump, still need one more.....

Sorry. Wasn't subscribed. Pm sent.

Thank you! waiting for one more and invoices will go out!

All right! Thank you everyone that PM'ed me their email, I just emailed the list to Luka at FF and hoping invoices go out soon (at which point we should be able to make our choice of color, etc). I will keep everyone posted of any new details. Hope we all can post install pictures here as well! Meanwhile, this group buy continues till 4/17/18 and I will keep forwarding emails to Luka as I receive them, thank you all again!

Just sent two more emails to Luka, still awaiting further instructions, just an update.

I received my invoice, and have paid. Now I just need a shift boot. I don’t want to cut my original Metropol blue boot. Does anyone have a link to an affordable shift boot? Black is fine, Metropol would be cool though. ——Nevermind, I saw that someone mentioned RedLine. Their dark blue looks like it might match Metropol Blue...at least close enough. Looks like they have a decent product. I’ll be installing my 997 shifter at the same time. It’s been setting on a shelf for a few weeks now.

Quick update (went surfing for a cpl of days), by now the original ten should have gotten invoices and I just forwarded 6 more emails as of 1:02am 4/24/18. As far as shift boots and the plastic trim, hoping to see some pics and hear input. I got a boot off Amazon but am sceptical it will fit and it looks like I will have to cut off the original....attached to shift ****.

I have a boot off eBay for my Rennline shifter. The leather is thicker than I�d like, but it works. The place sells all different colors and deviated stitching. Mine is black with black stitching. It fit well without adhesive, slots in the leather fit the tabs on the frame, but I epoxied it to the base anyway.

I have yet to receive my invoice, I've checked my spam folder etc. Who should I contact for a followup? EDIT - emailed Luka, got it sorted out.

Cool, glad you got it done, just pm'ed ya and forwared your email to Luka too. thanks!

Thank you for all who contacted me regarding a. not having a spot to fill in preferences on invoice and b. lack of reply to emails from Luka. I just received an email from him regarding these as i have had the same exp as you guys. Just wanted to assure you and update you that all is well and as suspected patience is key as this is a big order for him but he assured me confirmation emails will go out to each of you by end of day today and orders will ship with in a week. Thank you everyone who participated! Group buy is also officially closed for/as of now, thank you.

Luka is a great guy to work with and makes some really interesting and useful stuff. He went above and beyond for me recently and I couldn�t be more appreciative. Hang in there - you�ll be happy that you did.

Thanks, Rennlist! Orders are being processed and will be shipping this week.

I just received my new Redline shift boot from Poland, and it looks like the shift **** should be here by Monday at the latest. Getting excited!

I received my new shift ****, motor mounts (just installed them this evening!!!!), and the shift-kit from FF. I went ahead and ordered it all at once.. Luka was great! I am waiting on my new shift boot from Poland now before I change the shifter items out.. as I want to only break apart the console once to get the shift kit, boot, and **** all installed together. I will post some photos when I get it all done! I hope others share some photos too!

Yay, my shift **** arrived. Too bad it wasn't the one that I wanted! I wanted black with white engraving. But I asked for black for both. My screw up. I guess I'll have to figure out how to fill it in with white paint.

Mine came today got it installed. looks great. just need to get a second boot instead of cutting up the original. Silver with white marking

Installed mine today along with the Right Shift kit from Function F1rst. I like both after a post-install spin... as for the shift kit install, please do your self a favor and purchase a the External Retaining Ring Pliers (90� tips) before you attempt the install! Here is a before and after for the shifter! New F1 shifter!

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Looking good! By the way, is that a redline shift boot? If so, did you trim yours? I'm considering taking an inch or two off the "neck" of mine.

Yes, that is a redline shift boot. I like it a lot. I trimmed the neck down but now it is a bit tight. Be careful to not trim too much! I have to say I am very impressed with the quality of the boot, the fit is amazing.

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Yeah, the boot is top notch. I might just leave it as-is, it's not that it looks bad, but I think it might look a little more "factory" if there wasn't so much excess. I'll take a pic soon and post once I get the new shift ****. I accidentally screwed up the finish on my original **** while adjusting it and Luka is shipping me a new one (amazing customer service by the way). On that note, do be careful with that wavy washer. Somehow mine got wedged sideways / jammed up with the threads and I had to use some channel locks to get it off. I used a towel around it in an attempt to protect the finish, but that didn't work so well. I ended up replacing that washer with a small split washer, which is a lot thicker and shouldn't have any possibility of getting wedged in there like that.

After my post regarding surface finish, Luka was kind enough to reach out to me and send a replacement. The new **** has a much better finish. Here you can see the difference. I'm always willing to support vendors who take care of their customers!

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My leather aftermarket boot fits about the same. I do not care for the way it sits below the ****. I�ve wondered if trimming it down, and thinning the leather (I think they call it �skiving� or something like that). Regrettably, the last time I tried to mess with it with a razor blade I sliced myself pretty well. I decide to leave well enough alone!

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Here is a pic of mine before I gouged up the surface: You can see where it's pretty bunched up around the middle there. But the **** looks pretty great (if crooked)!

Those looks awesome!!!!!! Thanks to all who participated!

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Is it too late to get in on the group buy?

Does anyone know if the base plate that clips into the console is available anywhere? Seems that one of the tabs on mine is snapped off at the back and the boot 'lifts' off the console when you select 3rd or 6th gear. 2 Notes on the F1 shift ****: 1) replace the O-rings with a thin wire tie; the O-rings slip-off when you roll the boot down after securing it to the shaft. 2) the shaft is too thick and if you use the cut-down stock boot, it will tear as you try to pull it down into position. Ask me how I know...... Otherwise, a very nice piece.

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https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...l#post14943748 Several online porsche parts places have them in stock.

Finally got the new shift **** in and the boot trimmed:

You can get the base plate at any dealer. Suncoast and Sunset seem to be great. Aaron at Rennpart can get most anything for good prices. I just replaced my boot with a factory one ($40 on eBay) after cutting off the ****. Rather than O-ring, zip tie, etc, I used a bit of safety wire. It worked great.

PN# 996-552-655-01 - Retaining frame for shift cover on center console for Porsche 986 and 996

Thanks so much for the help on the frame! Here's the shifter installed with an aftermarket boot. I also refinished the console/ashtray after removing the soft-touch paint. And the addition of the gauge trim rings. Likely will go to the black Delrin ****. And here's a shot of my car in the driveway ....

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Damn your rims look so clean! Beautiful car. Is that Seal gray?

Yes, Seal Grey with black all leather interior. Wheels are perfect. Not a scratch on them. Same for the body which I'd rate at a solid 9. Car has 50,000 miles on it, with 13,000 miles on a rebuild by Porsche after an IMS failure. I could not be happier with this car! Ordered the shift boot frame from Suncoast.

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Ooh...nice McIntosh! Is that the stock boot, or one from the aforementioned supplier?

Ordered a redline boot myself with red cross stitch over black. I�d also like to find a 997 shifter and do it all at once. Keep up with the pics guys; it�s inspiring.

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Thanks! Love the McIntosh. As for the boot, it's from Redline Goods. I'm *very* impressed with the quality of their boot, it's not a one-size-fits-all but specific to your car, and higher quality than OEM.

Well, Function-First fixed my screw up. They replaced my all-black delrin **** with a black delrin & white shift pattern one. I swapped out the 996 shifter console for a 997 console I nabbed off eBay. I really love how it shifts now! Ive had it setting in my garage for months now. I should have installed it the first night! Now I’m waiting on the shift boot trim and I’ll permanently install the RedLine boot & Function-First ****. I installed it without a boot to see how I liked it, and I really like the feel! Its going to look awesome!

I ordered a shift boot from ICT in Germany ( https://www.innovativcar-tech.de/en/ ). The boot is much longer than the Redline piece and works perfectly with the F1 shaft, and the boot is already fastened to a base plate which has the silver trim around the base that finishes it perfectly!

So quick tip for all of those who live in warmer climates and purchased the aluminum version, I've designed a custom Cozey to protect your hand from getting burned. I'm taking pre-orders now