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• Re: '90 Vanagon trans trouble
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 15 Feb 2007 08:36:42 -0500
  ...You need the linkage to push the tranny shift shaft in just a little further to line up 1st gear. You can try loosening...
• Re: what causes 3rd & 4th gear to go out?
  Historical mailing list - BenT
  Mon, 2 Aug 2004 23:50:20 -0700
  ...1.9 > watercooled w/4 speed when my shifter linkage busts at the tranny's shift lever > which looks like some kind of hip...
• ICE PROBLEMS ('86 Syncro Westy)
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Mon, 11 Nov 1996 13:57:36 -0800
  ...The drive shaft was almost enclosed and the gear shift linkage was caked with ice. During this winter, I won't have any access...
• Re: squeaky shifter
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Sat, 21 Mar 1998 22:53:54 -0500
  ...metal box that contains the shifter linkage. What you are hearing is the lowermost part of the shifter contacting the "motion limiter" in the...
• 84 GL 4 speed transmission
  Historical mailing list - Lance LeBaron
  Fri, 5 Feb 1999 15:38:53 PST
  ...The linkage looks fine, and I can't get it in gear by moving the lever off the side of the tranny with the...
• Automatic transmission, WTF?
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:16:58 -0800
  ...WOT characteristics of the shifting have to do with a valve that is controlled by the throttle/accelerator linkage directly. More can be found...
• Re: vanagon with ticco engine/vibrations
  Historical mailing list - Phil S.
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 03:47:11 -0800
  ...type II > '91 Vanagon > '84 Jetta lets not get hysterical, no shift linkage problem here. The vanagons SL is hell for stout, its problably...
• Looking for a diesel Vanagon owner..
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Wed, 15 Oct 2003 21:51:27 -0700
  I'm trying to solve a mystery with the Vanagon 5spd linkage and am looking for anyone who has a Vanagon with diesel and...
• Re: Transmission Bell Housing Question Help
  Historical mailing list - Doug Noganav
  Thu, 2 Apr 2009 00:22:42 -0800
  ...run into a very small differnce about > >> bolting your 89 he shift linkage bracket to the 85 trans body ....... > >> this 'might' happen. Sometimes it...
• Re: 82 Vanagon gear selection problem.
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 04 Apr 1997 10:00:10 +0300
  ...of two rods which is the linkage between the front half and the rear half of the shift rod. Loose the clamp and adjust...
• Re: Custom Westy interior
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:37:58 -0600
  ...from motor performance, was what shortening that shifter linkage did to the positive feedback feel of shifting. I was amazed at how much difference...
• Re Stiffness - 3rd Gear
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 22 Sep 2003 10:41:47 -0600
  ...transmission, and sprayed the linkage inside the metal protector up under the spare tire carrier area. The difference in shifting is remarkable. Almost feels...
• Re: GEAR SHIFT HOUSING ASSEMBLY
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Wed, 8 Oct 2003 11:23:06 -0700
  ...goes into the shift linkage. It > is possible to replace this rod without rebuilding > the transmission? Does the gear shift housing just > come off...
• Re: How to improve shifting?
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 24 Apr 2005 14:05:57 -0600
  ...a shifter rebuild kit? >> >> Thanks! >> Aaron >> > > When I replaced my tran it came with the new plastic balls on the tran linkage. I noted...
• Re: Transmission Bell Housing Question Help
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 31 Mar 2009 11:43:15 -0700
  ...run into a very small differnce about >> bolting your 89 he shift linkage bracket to the 85 trans body ....... >> this 'might' happen. Sometimes it...
• Spare Tire Tray
  Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
  Fri, 20 Aug 1999 11:16:36 -0700
  ...After removing the spare tire, the tray and the spring, to clean and to lube the shifter linkage under the shift lever, I have...
• Re: Manual alignment problem.
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Fri, 6 Sep 2013 17:42:36 -0700
  ...in the van itself - I am talking about the shift lever which attaches the linkage to the transmission. BT On Fri, Sep 6, 2013...
• Re: rebuilding shifter linkage
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 14 Feb 2025 21:29:53 +0000
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• extra underbody protection plate finished
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 20 Nov 2013 15:14:08 -0800
  ...It is meant to protect the coolant lines, heater lines, and the shift linkage from flying debris and build up of slush/ice. It...
• Re: Shifting problems -- pilot bearing?
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Wed, 6 Apr 2016 13:12:12 -0700
  ...Initially had problems > finding gears, but much of that was sorted out by following the Bentley's > shift linkage adjustment procedure. > > However, the biggest...
• Re: Whining Transmission
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:23:03 -0700
  sounds to me like it the shift linage may have been making metal-to-metal contact with the trans, since shift parts were out...
• Re: Shifting 5 speeds
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 17 Apr 2018 11:32:59 -0700
  ...put a proper 5 speed linkage > in place would require a lot of different parts including the front > shift rod and the housing. Anyone...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 11 Nov 2004 to 12 Nov 2004 - Special issue (#2004-1091)
  Historical mailing list - dk spence
  Fri, 12 Nov 2004 16:50:57 -0700
  ...shift linkage concept question > > is this the same isssue that I am having?..............75% of the time > I cant shift into 1st unless I...
• '90 Vanagon trans trouble
  Historical mailing list - Tom Runyon
  Thu, 15 Feb 2007 06:39:11 -0800
  Hi Ian, I have a 90 Syncro Westy that was having a similar problem that I originally attributed to the shift linkage. After a...
• Re: Got Shifter Bushings?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Mon, 3 May 2010 21:43:39 -0700
  ...boots on both > sides of the rear shifter linkage, plus a torn boot where the linkage > enters > the tranny (but not torn on the...
• Re: Sudden Shifting Difficultys
  Historical mailing list - Claudio Cella
  Tue, 18 Jun 2002 20:45:28 -0700
  ...Shift linkage bushings > B. Clutch Master Cylindar > C. Pilot Bearing > > Can anyone give me some advice before I get all > dirty?(its very muddy...
• Re: looking at 91 Vanagon GL
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Mon, 22 Oct 2007 10:07:51 -0400
  Allan, In my experience the normal cause of sloppy shifter can be found in the rear set of linkage right at the side of...
• Re: 4th to 3rd gear tranny issue
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Tue, 4 Feb 2003 20:08:29 -0800
  Could also be a poorly adjusted linkage. Check that first as it is about 1500$ cheaper that the other option... > Sounds like the infamous...
• Need transmission.
  Historical mailing list - Jim DiGennaro
  Fri, 19 Oct 2001 19:48:49 -0400
  ...The linkage checks out. I removed the shift arm and tried shifting the trans. from underneath. Its very stiff like there is something jamming...
• Re: Automatic transmission, WTF?
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:01:49 -0700
  ...WOT characteristics of the shifting have to do with a valve that is controlled by the throttle/accelerator linkage directly. More can be found...
• Re: Cable Shift Linkage? (tranny)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Mon, 12 Jan 2009 21:58:01 -0800
  ...tranny? (which, IIRC, may be getting tougher to get all the > shift linkage parts for) > > > > Cheers, > > Neil. > > -- > Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta "Jaco > > http://groups...
• Re: Manual shifting very difficult.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 26 Feb 2016 14:28:51 -0600
  ...I suspect linkage adjustment AT te transmission - not IN the transmission. Have replaced a piece there before. In that case it locked in reverse...
• Re: shift lube, WOW
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 5 May 2008 11:14:02 -0700
  Did you use "chain" type lube? I put some on just one of the shift linkage bushings. Made a diff just there. Used "chain...
• I'm about to give up...
  Historical mailing list - zolo
  Tue, 23 Mar 2004 13:56:01 -0800
  I am adjusting the transmission shift linkage. The second and the fourth gears are not going in deep enough, only get to the top...
• Re: balky shift question
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Thu, 8 Jul 2004 15:34:38 -0600
  ...all moving linkage parts about every 2 months with WD40. The > front I > get whenever the spare tire is out. By shifter boot is...
• I'm lazy
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 1 May 2006 23:29:16 -0400
  ...So this leads me to believe, I need to adjust something in the shift linkage itself. Perhaps as simple as loosen the pivot plate...
• Re: Spare Tire Tray
  Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
  Fri, 20 Aug 1999 19:16:14 -0700
  ...and the spring, to clean and to > lube the shifter linkage under the shift lever, I have been baffled by > the reinstallation of the...
• Re: Bi-Tron oil products
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Wed, 24 Mar 1999 11:24:05 -0800
  ...shift out of 3rd gear into neutral, but >this almost seems to be more related to lack of lubrication in the gear >shift linkage...
• Re: New Weddle 5 Speed Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Mon, 23 Feb 2015 15:56:27 -0400
  ...4-spd linkage or if it needs to be changed. ... it would be nice to have a "unmarked" gear on the shift ;-) On 23...
• buzzing gearshift
  Historical mailing list - Randy
  Sun, 5 Jun 94 13:54:24 CDT
  ...Is there a shift linkage bushing kit or something that's available? I haven't had the opportunity to take it apart yet, but...
• Re: I need some parts..........
  Historical mailing list - Chad G
  Wed, 9 May 2001 18:37:35 -0400
  ...I need some parts.......... > Looking for a complete shifting linkage for an 85GL must be in great > condition.........let me know what you have...
• Re: tranny boots...
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Fri, 15 Feb 2002 16:35:47 -0800
  ...It fits on > where the shifter linkage goes into the tranny. About 2" in diameter. > bmc :) > "Faith will move mountains, but you'd better...
• Re: black knob removal
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Sat, 28 Feb 2004 13:29:50 -0500
  ...I saw a column-shift linkage on a three-on-the-tree Dodge pickup fixed with one, once. David Brodbeck, N8SRE '82 Volkswagen Diesel...
• Re: How much life in a Factory Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Fri, 25 May 2007 13:22:21 -0700
  ...If you recently removed the shift linkage from the tranny you may have installed the mounting bracket in the wrong place. There is a...
• Re: Stiff Shifter
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 2 Mar 1997 00:01:22 -0500 (EST)
  ...Dave At 10:22 AM 3/1/97, Joseph Doniach wrote: >> The shifter seems stiff, should the linkage be lubricated? With what? Where?< > > >I...
• Noise From Shift Lever
  Historical mailing list - Paul Holmdahl
  Thu, 19 Dec 96 21:38:00 CDT
  A high pitched soft buzzing noise comes from the shift lever of my 86 Syncro (4 speed with the low gear). It happens most...
• Re: Redline MT90
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 1 Apr 2016 12:19:50 -1000
  ...I keep my shift linkage well lubed and adjust if needed. that plate inside the van, under the rubber boot.. two scews on it...
• Re: 84 Westie stuck in 4th gear
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 2 May 2002 13:24:07 -0700
  ...Is this usually a transmission > issue, or a more benign shift-linkage problem? > >
• Re: Shifter extension PS....
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Wed, 28 May 2003 15:34:19 -0400
  ...shift throws were afterwards. Suddenly 3rd gear was close at hand instead of over by the passenger door. ;) On that van the linkage had...
• Re: wearing down my westy
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Tue, 4 Nov 2003 09:20:02 -0500
  ...Bad syncros cause grinding when you shift while moving. Before you blame the tranny, check your shift linkage for worn parts and try adjusting...
• Re: Shift Linkage problems
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 18 Aug 2010 05:54:31 EDT
  ...Shift Linkage problems<<<<< Cheers, Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada '87 Westy & Lionel Trains (_Collection for sale_ (http://frankcondelli.com/trainsal.htm) ) _Frank Condelli & Associates...
• Good News
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 14 Dec 1995 10:37:31
  I followed all the advise, dumped the transmission oil and had the mechanic lube the linkage. The shifting is now good, no hanging up...
• Re: shifting anomaly...
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sun, 4 Oct 2015 14:12:16 -1000
  ...of the long shift rods in the van ..is that nut and bolt good and tight ? has the entire shift linkage been inspected carefully...
• Transmission shift linkage adjusting
  Historical mailing list - Dave Katsuki
  Mon, 5 Jun 2000 00:43:01 -0400
  While I'm thinking of it, thought I'd document my efforts in adjusting the shift linkage on our 90 Westy. After I had...
• Re: Manual shifting very difficult.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 3 Mar 2016 03:00:28 -0600
  ...remove the aft end of the shift linkage from the 'lever with a ball on it' on the side of the trans. ( two nuts...
• Re: wanted to buy standard transmission for 87 gas westy 2wd
  Historical mailing list - kevin.m.burns
  Tue, 18 Sep 2001 21:19:04 -0700
  ...Upon installing the > linkage after replacing the clutch I pushed the linkage socket up firmly on > the shifter arm ball before tightening the bracket...
• Re: ..... Can't get first or second gear.
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Thu, 20 Feb 2014 17:02:31 -0800
  ...gear by shifting the gear shift lever closer to the reverse position - far left? If so the shift rod / lever / linkage is possibly broken...
• Re: Educate Me Please - Vanagon Shifter Operation
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Thu, 9 Apr 2009 10:50:19 -0400
  I just found a cool .pdf on adjusting the van shift linkage (syncro) http://passat32b.hu/olvasnivalo/kezikonyvek/szervizhez/valtoolaj%20ellenorzes%20Transmition_Service_MT...
• Re: R&R Transmission with winch?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 9 Jan 2010 17:37:57 -0800
  ...I end up with a shortened shift linkage. And I bet that could easily be put back to spec. (added more tranny comparison pics...
• Re: Aircooled trans to watercooled Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 4 Jun 1999 11:04:26 EDT
  ...aol.com writes: << I believe that Transform sells some sort of shift linkage adapter that allows the use of 091s into a 091-1...