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• Re: Shift Linkage Help
  Historical mailing list - Martin Kennelly
  Mon, 17 May 1999 19:12:04 +0000
  ...After you have installed your kit then you will have to adjust the linkage position, but you can probably do that blindfold by now...
• Re: Shifting problem with 88 Westy (standard)
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Mon, 26 Apr 1999 16:07:31 EDT
  ...if its difficult into rev also.They get worse when hot-better cold...better hope its linkage as Brent suggested Daryl at AA Transaxle
• Re: Intermittently Sticks In 4th Gear 3/4 Slider Hub?
  Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
  Tue, 6 May 2014 18:22:29 -0600
  ...BAD! Also the socket can get loose where it is attached to the linkage rod with a lousy roll pin. The third thing is...
• Re: Passing another Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 25 Jul 2004 11:47:22 -0400
  ...The something that snapped was between the pedal and the arm on the trans that connect to the linkage on the throttle. I have...
• Re: Need help adjusting gear shift linkage
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 6 Jun 2018 02:14:09 +0000
  ...Need help adjusting gear shift linkage how old is the plastic assembly on the bottom of the shift lever?... too old? mine is due...
• Re: Some minor transmission related work
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 27 May 2017 11:33:29 -0700
  ...12:13 Alistair Bell <albell@SHAW.CA> napisał(a): >> >>> Trivial stuff mostly, and I've included the shift linkage fix I mentioned on the...
• Re: SA 5-speed transmission
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Thu, 13 May 1999 21:25:32 -0700
  ...The thing that solved it for me was replacing the pin that attached the shift linkage to the arm on the trans and adjusting...
• Re: " you fixed it with what?!"
  Historical mailing list - Birkenfeld Jeff
  Thu, 11 Mar 2004 14:55:16 -0600
  ...for the linkage rod and available, we tried and it worked great for about 30 miles or so until the linkage rod would poke...
• 91 Westy Syncro Loose/Missing Parts.
  Historical mailing list - Robyn and Heather Rudisill
  Tue, 27 Feb 2001 19:25:46 -0800
  ...first of all what is the vacuum related thing attached to the end of my accelerator linkage? It's connected via a tie-rod...
• Re: Shift Linkage Boot for 1982 Diesel Westy
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Tanner
  Wed, 15 Apr 2009 21:11:26 -0400
  Ben, that does look promising; do you know for sure whether it fits? Kind of like this one, eh? > > > http://www.van-cafe.com...
• Automatic trans. prob.
  Historical mailing list - Martin's
  Mon, 16 Nov 1998 05:03:29 -0600
  ...The linkage is physically connected and it has fluid. Any suggestion based on that limited info ? Thanks, larry
• Re: Do Shift linkage bushes wear ...
  Historical mailing list - Walter Houle
  Wed, 30 Jul 2008 18:41:33 -0400
  While we're on the subject, how bad are they going to wear if the two rubber boots have completly worn away? Are replacement...
• Re: hydraulic conundrum + parking brake actuator rod
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 19 Aug 2013 09:22:39 -0700
  ...I simply got another bolt that size, then added the barrel nut, with the other bolt inserted and ended up with a longer linkage...
• Re: shifting problems
  Historical mailing list - James T.
  Tue, 27 Mar 2001 23:12:34 +0000
  ...Also, if the linkage is failing and pushing on gears causing tranny whine - it might cause tranny damage from cheap plastic parts. Just my...
• Re: Speaking of transmissions adjustment...
  Historical mailing list - A. Kimmons
  Sat, 3 Apr 1999 10:07:41 +0000
  Update on the trans linkage adjustment on the 87GL. Finished cleaning and installing new bushings on the linkage. All parts removed, cleaned, re-greased...
• Re: Air-cooled Vanagon (Westy) shifter bush question.
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Thu, 28 Aug 2014 19:41:21 -0700
  ...bigger than the shiftrod linkage, cut the piece in half across the hole, and mounted it where the linkage passes through the bulkhead on...
• self-adjusting brakes?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Maurer
  Wed, 27 Nov 1996 06:00:15 +0000
  ...The Bently manual says they will self adjust and not to adjust the emergency brake linkage until they do (I think). A mechanic with...
• Shift linkage adjustment help needed.
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Sat, 3 Feb 2001 17:09:59 -0800
  ...I'm having trouble getting the shift linkage adjusted properly. Instead of the nice, straight "H" pattern I've experience for 20 years, I...
• Re: shifter bushing kit
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Mon, 22 Oct 2001 14:05:17 -0400
  ...shifter bushing kit Greg, Have you checked the adjustment of your transmission linkage? Yes, replacing bushings could improve the feel of the shifter, but...
• Re: self-adjusting brakes?
  Historical mailing list - Kyle Wade
  Wed, 27 Nov 96 01:39:07 CST
  ...The Bently manual >says they will self adjust and not to adjust the emergency brake linkage >until they do (I think). >A mechanic with...
• Re: Shift linkage troubles
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 28 Oct 2002 18:36:52 -0600
  ...I am having trouble with the shift linkage > on my 81 Westy. The shift rod keeps coming off of the > guide pin on the...
• Re: Shift linkage repair
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sun, 11 Aug 2019 11:23:06 -0600
  ...Shift linkage repair > > Yeah, two bolts drop the shift lever with the cup. Then you can get a 13mm socket through the hole in...
• Re: Gear shift linkage?
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Wed, 19 Dec 2001 09:51:04 -0800
  ...Tow guy thinks it's the gear shift linkage > in the > front. Any adivice on repairing this, or any other ideas on possible > cause...
• Throttle Body Removal
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Thu, 5 May 2011 14:03:04 +0000
  Hey Folks, Trying to get the accelerator cable off the throttle body, threaded rod passing through the linkage, have the Bentley out but still...
• guy with early bus shifting problem, write me back
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Henricks
  Thu, 14 Sep 1995 15:58:08 -0700 (PDT)
  i told you i would measure out my linkage for you and write back but i have lost your address. if you see this...
• Re: Trans. Oil filler plug?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:19:12 -0700
  ...And yes, I did lube all the moving parts of the shift linkage and...AND...I lubed all the steering and suspension components at...
• Re: Shift linkage repair
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 11 Aug 2019 08:40:38 -0700
  ...Shift linkage repair > > Yeah, two bolts drop the shift lever with the cup. Then you can get a 13mm > socket through the hole in...
• 89' GL 1st gear problem
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Dunn
  Sat, 2 Oct 1999 19:26:48 EDT
  ...Can you you folks help? I have trouble shifting into first gear, and was suspecting it was a linkage problem. When at a dead...
• Re: TIICO: Throttle Cable - Automatic
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 3 Aug 2001 10:23:05 EDT
  ...The spring attaches to the kick down lever very easily when you pull the old linkage off of it (remove the one bolt and...
• re: Smoooooooth Shifting
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 1 Dec 95 12:03:17 PST
  ...motion to the rest of | the linkage. | BTW, sorry for the lack of technical references to the | linkage dohickey's; I | still don't...
• clutch linkage problems/hard into 1st&2nd
  Historical mailing list - s w
  Thu, 20 Dec 2001 06:56:58 -0800
  so here is what i have done-i greased up the linkage(quite a difference)rebuilt the slave cylinder and bled,pulled off the...
• Re: Interest in Older Vanagon Shift Linkage reproduction
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:57:10 -0400
  At 11:11 AM 8/21/2009, Ken Wilford wrote... >We can also get the boot that goes over this part Are these the...
• Lubricating the linkage
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Aycock
  Sat, 4 Jun 94 11:49:06 CDT
  We just sprung the bus from the mechanic.. A new coil, fuel pump, and a pair of Kadrons.. We's running good now, but...
• Re: More 5-speed questions.
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Wed, 25 Nov 1998 17:41:45 -0600
  ...They are expensive, and I think the front mount, and possibly the shift linkage is different. Porsche 5 speeds also can be done, but...
• Re: Syncro Shifting Problem
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 21 Jun 2001 14:09:37 -0700
  Dylan, first check the linkage. You probably need to turn the spline by one tooth (which direction??? i don't remember). That did it...
• Re: New owner issues - '85 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Thu, 8 Jul 2004 12:50:15 -0400
  ...I diagnosed it to the throttle switch, either the switch or the linkage is too gunky and sticky to allow the switch to drop...
• Re: windshield wiper motor
  Historical mailing list - Tony Polson
  Thu, 6 Nov 2003 22:39:28 -0000
  ...I then replaced the spindles and linkage and they speeded up significantly. I don't think the new linkage made much difference, but the...
• Re: hard to shift into 2nd
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 14 Feb 2018 14:18:36 -0700
  It's probably Not the Cup Itself that is the Problem ~ The Carrier Bracket that "Locates" the Linkage Shaft is Moveable for Adjustment purposes...
• reverse (manual) shifting
  Historical mailing list - Matthias Kuster
  Wed, 6 Jun 2007 22:53:28 -0700
  ...Now I fit another used lever and ball joint assembly, removed rear linkage and put new boots on with lube etc. The shifting has...
• Re: weekend report and shifting prob.
  Historical mailing list - Bill Layton
  Wed, 04 May 1994 08:50:33 -0500 (EST)
  Gerry, I had a very similar problem-turned out to be a linkage with a lot of slop in it. I dont remember how...
• transmission, entering first
  Historical mailing list - Mark Watts
  Tue, 18 Sep 2001 19:35:23 EDT
  Does anyone on the list know what I have to adjust on the shift linkage to enter first easily? I have to push down...
• How-to Remove Brake Booster (also Brake MC and Clutch MC)
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 2 Feb 2000 22:30:51 EST
  ...The pin that holds the booster linkage to the pedal linkage is secure with a cotter pin on the driver's side. 14. Remove...
• Re: New on the group
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 14 Feb 2002 11:00:31 EST
  ...my caravelle?>> Not without some major modifications > including shifting linkage (they changed the linkage between the diesel and > the watercooled). Also you would need...
• Re: Intermittently Sticks In 4th Gear 3/4 Slider Hub?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 6 May 2014 17:42:27 -0700
  ...My obvious hope is that slop or misalignment in shift linkage alignment is adversely affecting the selector shaft etc. (relay shaft as you suggest...
• Re: poor shifting; Help
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Mon, 14 Jun 1999 12:27:49 -0500
  ...Behind the gas tank there is a collar on the shift linkage that you can loosen and tweak the shift tubes a notch one...
• Re: How do you remove a Wolfsburg badge?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 21 Mar 2000 11:19:21 EST
  ...Also, any tips on removing/reinstalling the wiper motor and linkage? I have the drives side linkage detached from the body. What I'd...
• Re: Need help with shift linkage (5spd)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Thu, 9 Oct 2003 08:02:00 -0700
  At 10:09 PM 10/8/2003, Todd wrote: >I'm trying to assemble the linkage to a 5spd 094 transmission but can't...
• Re: Shift linkage repair
  Historical mailing list - Vanderzanden Michael (DC-LP/SAL-US)
  Sun, 11 Aug 2019 16:19:09 +0000
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• What to lube on wipers when dash is off?
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Fri, 14 Dec 2012 11:18:18 -0600
  Hi, About to put my dash back on, I was advised to lubricate wiper "linkage". I don't know what that means. What lubricant...
• Popping out of 4 th gear!!
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:10:42 -0600
  Hi Volks!! The last two times driving Velma she popped out of 4th gear,Im wondering hopefully its due to my vague shifting linkage...
• Re: noisy shifting
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Fri, 27 Nov 2009 11:45:46 -0500
  As soon as my shifting seems to be getting tight tight, I take aerosol motorcycle chain lube to the shift linkage. It spritzes into...
• 86 Auto to 82 Diesel swap
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 19 Nov 1996 22:37:00 EST
  ...pedal assembly, shift linkage trans mounts, etc.) from an 82 Diesel will swap into an 86 Auto trans equipped Vanagon? The 86 has a...
• What kind of grease?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sullivan
  Wed, 3 Apr 2002 08:03:28 -0800
  I'm lubing my shift linkage. Benteley calls for some special kind of grease, why can't I just use white lithium? Will it...
• Re: [vanagon] vanagon trivia..who can answer this???
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 14 May 2005 12:30:41 EDT
  ...COM writes: > manuals use a cable, whereas the auto uses a hard linkage, which needs more > push? > > > anyone else agree with alan here? chris
• Re: No Warning: Manual tranny now stuck in reverse! HELP!
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 29 Feb 2008 09:55:22 -0800
  ...Watch the linkage from front to back while they do it. Hopefully it's something outside the tranny and can be seen while doing...
• Speaking of transmissions adjustment...
  Historical mailing list - A. Kimmons
  Mon, 29 Mar 1999 20:58:13 +0000
  ...Rattling > linkage from engine vibrations, and a poorly adjusted linkage that causes pressure on > the transmission shift forks while in gear. > > The first problem...
• Interest in Older Vanagon Shift Linkage reproduction
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:11:14 -0400
  I am starting a program to reproduce some of the No Longer Available shift linkage parts for the 80-83 Vanagons. The first part...
• Re: gear linkage trouble after tranny out and short shift kit
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Wed, 3 Oct 2007 17:28:39 -0700
  I agree with Dennis, but would like to also add that in Bentley they show a difference in the mounting of the linkage in...
• Shifter clik
  Historical mailing list - David Bjorkman
  Fri, 12 Sep 2014 11:45:41 -0500
  ...Not a grind, sounds like down in the linkage box below the front floor, I don't think the noise is being transmitted from...
• Re: Shifting problems how adjust linkage
  Historical mailing list - Howard Fleming
  Sun, 19 Jul 1998 10:10:47 -0500
  ...Now I need some help on adjusting the > > linkage. In order to get my Van in first I need to push down as if...