Thanks for the compliments, and ditto right back at 'ya.
I have ordered the manual but I am still unsure about tackling it myself. I'd like to replace the boot and console top cover. Boot is just frayed a little around the shifter, not much, console just has normal wear. I'm an anal perfectionist.

It really isn't that hard to swap out. I had to take all that apart when I swapped out the clutch and if I can do it, anybody can!