You might try using something similar to an oil filter wrench I used to have (it vanished on me at some point like my tools usually end up doing :P) Basicly what it consisted of was a metal handle with a rubber strap you used to circle the oil filter and under the other end. Friction held it in place as long as you pulled the handle in the direction you wanted it to turn. It seems like i've seen commercials for a tool similar to this within the past couple of years. Was called a strap wrench or something like that. Sounds like an alternative to use when you'd rather not resort to vice grips.. Chris Murley VIN# 03209 http://badger.brazi.net/delorean/ Alistair McCann wrote: >I have this same problem and think that the guy before me glued his on... I >really want to change the shift boot and was wondering how to get around >this if I cant get the gear knob off?? > >Alistair McCann. To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: moderators@xxxxxxxxxxx For more info on the list, tech articles, cars for sale see www.dmcnews.com To search the archives or view files, log in at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: dmcnews-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/