Installation of a B+M Shifter to work inside an OEM Console (with pics)

I solved the aftermarket shifter throw clearance in the OEM console top shifter plate by raising the console until the Shifter had just enough clearance in the slot to go from 1st to park (even when my shifter is pulled down all the way when using the ratchet mechanism for quick 1-2 and 2-3 shifts)

Hummm... I thought raising the console would make it worse? If I keep my car I plan on replacing the console plates as the chrome isn't the greatest. May look at what raising it will do. I'd love it to look like yours.