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Re: Whatz a Good price to service CVs?
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:38:54 -0500
...and doesn't seem sticky like wheel > bearing grease that attracts and holds grit if exposed like on say shift > linkage. > > main thing though...
Re: Pilot Bearing
Historical mailing list - Bill Collins
Sat, 12 Apr 1997 21:03:38 -0400
...5) Disconnect the shift linkage from the transmission. 6) Unbolt the bracket holding the throttle cable to the transmission. (Bently didn't mention this...
Re: Vanagon safety and design?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Wed, 23 Feb 2000 16:11:50 -0500
...The shift linkage is made of pipe (all right, tubing). There are the usual electrical cables, i.e. bundles of wires. Nah...he's...
Re: Small Car Conversions
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 2 Feb 2016 20:13:27 -0500
...The only item missed was the gear shift plastic linkage which failed in the Okanogan mountains here in Washington. > Runs beautifully up mountain passes...
Re: Vanagon Woes
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 21 May 2010 14:46:16 -0700
...I'm following the Bentley procedure to align the shifter. I > > am > > missing a plastic tab on the front shift rod, but didn't...
Re: Holy cow: rear hatch latch
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 13 Mar 2010 19:12:16 -0800
...Shift linkage, seat belt ltaches even . 'almost' every where things move. Hatch strut pivot points. Rear hatch hinges ....I have never seen any of...
Re: Vanagon Woes
Historical mailing list - Doug
Fri, 21 May 2010 16:23:09 -0700
...I'm following the Bentley procedure to align the shifter. I > > am > > missing a plastic tab on the front shift rod, but didn't...
Re: Rear Wheel (bearing?) noise.
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Fri, 9 Dec 2011 08:33:43 -0600
...had the floor jack out to do some lubing of the > shift linkage and to spread some peanut oil on my header system (inline...
Re: Compare & Contrast: Diesel Westy vs. 2.1 WBX Westy
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Sat, 14 Jun 2003 17:24:03 -0700
...syncromesh rings on some earlier transmissions cracked, that diesels have > better shift linkages than later models, that diesel clutches wear out > faster because they...
Moderator Re: Vanagon Woes
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Fri, 21 May 2010 20:35:36 -0400
...I'm following the Bentley procedure to align the shifter. I >> > am >> > missing a plastic tab on the front shift rod, but didn't...
Re: last minute engine swap questions
Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
Fri, 4 May 2012 17:59:52 -0400
...For manual transmissions disconnect the > shift linkage/bracket so the rod does not get bent. > > While the engine is out be prepared to replace...
Re: Whatz a Good price to service CVs?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:29:57 -0700
...and doesn't seem sticky like wheel >> bearing grease that attracts and holds grit if exposed like on say shift >> linkage. >> >> main thing though...
Gerbil engine replacement, part III
Historical mailing list - Dieter Dworkin Muller
Fri, 05 Jul 1996 23:59:48 -0600
...Then I got to play around with the make-shift gasket scraper otherwise known as a razor blade. You have to be careful with...
Re: Rear Wheel (bearing?) noise.
Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
Fri, 9 Dec 2011 08:41:15 -0800
...had the floor jack out to do some lubing of the >> shift linkage and to spread some peanut oil on my header system (inline...
Re: Replace Heads or Engine?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 13 Nov 2010 16:26:31 -0800
...Using the 82 mounts will require rotating the > front transmission mount and shortening the shift linkage rod by about > 2" to accomodate the forward...
Re: Small Car Conversions
Historical mailing list - Jim Hildt
Wed, 3 Feb 2016 01:31:32 +0000
...The only item missed was the gear shift plastic linkage which failed in the Okanogan mountains here in Washington. > Runs beautifully up mountain passes...
Re: Rear Wheel (bearing?) noise.
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 9 Dec 2011 14:30:04 -0800
...had the floor jack out to do some lubing of the >> shift linkage and to spread some peanut oil on my header system (inline...
Re: Arggh! Cooling system woes.
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 17 Nov 2012 17:16:23 -0800
...and 'somebody' has to be sure the heater hoses are not getting by the shift linkage on all watercooled vanagons. Somebodytaking care of or...
Re: Compare & Contrast: Diesel Westy vs. 2.1 WBX Westy
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 14 Jun 2003 20:34:24 -0400
...syncromesh rings on some earlier transmissions cracked, that diesels have better shift linkages than later models, that diesel clutches wear out faster because they...
Re: I4 Happenings in turbovans land
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:55:53 -0700
...shorten the shift linkage to same two inches. the CV joints and axles won't care. and move the middle brackets on the engine...
Re: 400mm Lift to Flush
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Wed, 6 Oct 2004 13:59:18 -0400
...Stiff shifting -- '84 have exposed bushings under vehicle that need greasing way too often. If it shifts beautifully in rainy weather that's the...
Re: last minute engine swap questions
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 5 May 2012 10:35:15 -0400
...For > manual transmissions disconnect the shift linkage/bracket so the rod does not get bent. > > While the engine is out be prepared to replace...
Re: Buying a Van
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:40:04 -0700
...of shift >> linkage >> and somewhat different trans ..in diesels it's the rare 5 speed >> that year., >> also with the improved shift linkage. >> >> if...
Re: 400mm Lift to Flush
Historical mailing list - Robin Oomkes
Wed, 6 Oct 2004 20:37:46 +0200
...Stiff shifting -- '84 have exposed bushings under vehicle that need greasing way too often. If it shifts beautifully in rainy weather that's the...
Re: Rear Wheel (bearing?) noise.
Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
Fri, 9 Dec 2011 09:08:09 -0800
...had the floor jack out to do some lubing of > the shift linkage and to spread some peanut oil on my header system > (inline...
Re: Message to Newbies
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:06:34 -0500
...a lifetime commitment! :-) Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Scott Daniel - Shazam wrote: > What about : > > Lubing the shift linkage. > Cleaning out the forward white...
Re: towing
Historical mailing list
Wed, 26 Apr 1995 12:43:17 -0700
...Moral of the story; disconnect the shift linkage, make sure it's in neutral and will stay there. For a front wheel tow dolly...
Re: We went to Mammoth Lakes for a few days too....
Historical mailing list - Donna Skarloken
Mon, 1 Aug 2011 11:58:05 -0700
...I was told it could be the shift linkage. I have not even rode it since April. (6) So to be irreverent when on...
Wannabussers, this is your lucky day!
Historical mailing list
Sat, 14 Sep 1996 09:05:54 -0400
...The shifter has also been overhauled with new bushings and linkage and dust bellows. New 5 speed factory shift knob. This transaxle option costs...
Re: CV joint noise problem and simple greasing fix
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 9 Apr 2004 14:59:27 -0500
...allow lubrication of front wheel bearings, rear axle bearings, front shifter linkage, tie rod ends, ball joints, rack and pinion steering lube etc. etc...
'71 Westy
Historical mailing list - Scott Allred
Thu, 21 Sep 95 20:54:31 UT
...Installed a EMPI lock out shifter. 20. Since my wife and I tend to get off the beaten path when camping I have installed...
Re: Message to Newbies
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:10:50 -0700
...Lubing the shift linkage. Cleaning out the forward white plastic tube in the van that the throttle cable slides in, and lubing that nicely...
Re: Message to Newbies
Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:10:07 -0700
...Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano KG6RCR On 4/23/2008 11:10 AM Scott Daniel - Shazam wrote: > What about : > > Lubing the shift linkage...
Re: Holy cow: rear hatch latch
Historical mailing list - Jeff
Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:33:21 -0700
...point or sliding >> point of anything in the whole, whole van. >> Shift linkage, seat belt ltaches even . >> 'almost' every where things move. Hatch strut...
Re: fwd: AWRIGHTIE THEN! it's FRYDAYE somewhere!!! :)
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 9 Mar 2007 04:08:36 -0600
...owners and passengers. > thinks it is a Porsche. > > > Sign of the Shift Linkage > (in trailer circles, this is known as Sign of the Trailer...
Re: Holy cow: rear hatch latch
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:23:32 -0500
...point or sliding >> point of anything in the whole, whole van. >> Shift linkage, seat belt ltaches even . >> 'almost' every where things move. Hatch strut...
21/SingleCab Pt III (very long)
Historical mailing list
Sat, 29 Jul 1995 23:31:20 -0400
...Shifting linkage is also in bad shape. Was able to get 3&4th fairly smooth, but binds bad in 1&2 and reverse. The...
Dead Bus Report
Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
Mon, 3 Mar 97 14:02:50 EST
...We lowered the engine and tranny only to find that we left the backup light fuse holder and the shift rod connected. Whoops! Raised...
Re: That's it, I've had it. (Driving with brake on)
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 3 Jul 2010 18:38:31 -0700
...there's some wire that connects to a switch on the shift linkage or something. I can't find that wire in Bentleys. -- Rocky...
Re: My AT Rebuild
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Sat, 3 Jul 2010 13:08:24 -0700
...linkage adjusted wrong or maybe crap in the valve body. Governor seal leaking may cause those symptoms too... You can change the rod length...
Re: Holy cow: rear hatch latch
Historical mailing list - Janne Ruohom�ki
Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:14:48 +0200
...point or sliding > point of anything in the whole, whole van. > Shift linkage, seat belt ltaches even . > 'almost' every where things move. �Hatch strut...
Article about the ECU Chip upgrade from Vintage Vee Dub
Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
Wed, 16 Aug 2000 06:34:54 EDT
...shift, I was ultimately able to avoid continually grazing my knuckles on the radio controls during quick changes into second. Lubricating all the linkages...
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Wed, 16 Aug 2000 16:26:48 -0400
...shift, I was ultimately able to avoid continually grazing my knuckles on the radio controls during quick changes into second. Lubricating all the linkages...
Re: FW: Article about the ECU Chip upgrade from Vintage Vee Dub
Historical mailing list - Ray Hunnam
Thu, 17 Aug 2000 09:38:05 +1000
...shift, I was ultimately able to avoid continually grazing my knuckles on the radio controls during quick changes into second. Lubricating all the linkages...
road test: 1980/82 Vanagon (real long)
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Wed, 11 Jan 95 14:56:49 CST
...The 4-speed transaxle is located a considerable distance away from the shift lever, but VW has many years' experience with long-distance linkage...