Fitting the new t-case boot took a lot more time than expected. After removing the old one, it was apparent why it had been screwed back down - the lever wasn't welded right, so it was rubbing the plastic bezel, which had been cut away for more clearance. And the weld wasn't strong enough to survive bending the handle away, so it had to be re-welded correctly. But the bezel isn't designed to sit on top of the carpet & thick padding, so that had to be carefully trimmed away slowly, to avoid cutting too much. But eventually, it settled into place.
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