Interior/Exterior What do you guys think about my boot?

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Jan 14, 2004 | 10:52 PM

#26

Sullivan'sDaddy

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From: Monster Island

For some strange reason the robot from Lost in Space comes to mind.

Jan 14, 2004 | 11:08 PM

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MINIclo

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Jan 14, 2004 | 11:20 PM

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minihune

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From: Mililani, Hawaii

I think your boot looks booty-licious.
Looks aggressive. Like "don't mess with me"! :evil:

Jan 14, 2004 | 11:35 PM

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'*Ace*'

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From: CT, Litchfield County

Looks very "TT"ish...I have been thinking about that for a while...but it would look odd with the short shifter...

Jan 15, 2004 | 01:48 AM

#30

erik808

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Wow

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Jan 15, 2004 | 05:16 AM

#31

d-mini-ero

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>>For some strange reason the robot from Lost in Space comes to mind.

Danger.....Danger....Will Robinson :smile:

I like the look... :smile:

The Michelin tire dude... also comes to mind :smile:

Peace,
D

Jan 15, 2004 | 01:33 PM

#32

dcsmd007

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From: PDX

>>it's nice... sorta looks like a toilet plunger though...

Jan 15, 2004 | 01:40 PM

#33

Bisch

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>> I think I remember my old Triumphs had them >>
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That's so funny you say that. That is EXACTLY what I was thinking when I saw the picture. I think my TR3A had the similar boot. :smile:

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Jan 15, 2004 | 01:54 PM

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MSFITOY

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Thanks for the votes everyone. I know it not for everyone. But that's what so cool about having your own Mini to play with. I'm happy with the outcome now that the boot makes the shifter look more mechanically connected. My idea of interior design is basically what you see inside a race car

Pure function. Not that I I'll start stripping panels off. Now if I could just find a similar accordian style rubber boot for the hand brake, I'd be "almost" done

Anyone know of a source?

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Jan 15, 2004 | 02:01 PM

#35

MGCMAN

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From: Cincinnati, Ohio

Veddy British, circa 1960. I'll bet finding neutral is a breeze with your new boot.

Jan 15, 2004 | 02:04 PM

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MSFITOY

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>>Veddy British, circa 1960. I'll bet finding neutral is a breeze with your new boot.

As a matter of fact, the boot centers it very nicely

Added value

Jan 15, 2004 | 02:17 PM

#37

early_apex

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From: Neenah, WI

It reminds me of our old 81 Tercel. I always hated rubber boots, but that actually looks cool. Is it a factory Tiburon part?

Jan 15, 2004 | 02:20 PM

#38

Redline0026

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From: Miami, FL U.S.A.

Looks like something out of inspector gadget. I like though.

btw do you still have that stencil you used for the MCS on the radiator?
if you do please let me know, i would like to see if maybe you are willing to let a person borrow (with deposit of course) or buy it from you.

Thanks,
Robert

Jan 15, 2004 | 02:21 PM

#39

MSFITOY

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No, it's an after market piece for the 03 Tiburon. It's not the usual weather seal type (thin and easy to rip garbage, those I hate too) Very nice quality, heavy guage rubber designed to be exposed.

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Jan 15, 2004 | 02:31 PM

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MSFITOY

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>>Looks like something out of inspector gadget. I like though.
>>
>>btw do you still have that stencil you used for the MCS on the radiator?
>>if you do please let me know, i would like to see if maybe you are willing to let a person borrow (with deposit of course) or buy it from you.
>>
>>Thanks,
>>Robert

Sorry, Robert. It was a disposable one. I went to a vinyl decal maker (you can find them at every flea market, you know, the guy with a xacto plotter and a PC?). I selected a font I liked and had them made in reverse so that the letters were removed. I then applied it carefully to the condensor and removed the carrier. Voila...instant stencil. Next, I masked off around the decal. Becareful to apply the spray paint in very light coats or it will creep under the stencil. It will take 4 to 5 coats so take your time. PM me if you want me to elaborate further

Jan 16, 2004 | 11:15 AM

#41

KevinR

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From: Macon, GA

I like the boot. Like someone else said, it reminds me of a mid-'80s Porsche 911. I know you said it's an aftermarket piece for an '03 Tiburon. Care to be more specific (manufacturer/vendor/etc...) or are you trying to keep this one a secret so you can remain unique?

Jan 16, 2004 | 12:53 PM

#42

MSFITOY

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>>I like the boot. Like someone else said, it reminds me of a mid-'80s Porsche 911. I know you said it's an aftermarket piece for an '03 Tiburon. Care to be more specific (manufacturer/vendor/etc...) or are you trying to keep this one a secret so you can remain unique?