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• Shift Linkage Boot for 1982 Diesel Westy
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Tanner
  Wed, 15 Apr 2009 19:23:39 -0400
  ...http://picasaweb.google.com/1987vanagon/ShiftLinkageBoot# Thanks, Ryan
• Re: tranny boots...
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Sat, 16 Feb 2002 04:31:58 -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: shifter boot part #
  Historical mailing list - Brien Dews
  Wed, 9 Feb 2005 18:30:55 -0500
  ...the bottom of the shift lever up front? > or one of the two at the rear of the shift linkage back at the > transmission...
• Re: Cable Shift Linkage? (tranny)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:18:47 -0800
  ...I'm curious about the shifter itself. The only pic of the shifter I could find was this: http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i318...
• Burnt clutch smell
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 5 Mar 2016 10:08:59 -0600
  After shifter linkage adjustment, the clutch is putting out a burnt clutch smell. No signs of slippage, but the smell is distinctive. Any ideas...
• Re: Shifter clik
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 12 Sep 2014 10:15:13 -0700
  ...BTW, not long ago, the late '87 boots were added to the linkage. I decided to remove the box around the shift end under...
• Re: Syncro Shifting Problem
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 21 Jun 2001 14:09:37 -0700
  ...The van shifts once it is moving, with the engine running. Is this a clutch issue, linkage issue or something that I can't...
• Re: new 82 vanagon L
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 2 Jan 2012 13:53:22 -0800
  ...it could be either clutch system, or shift linkage. More likely shift linkage actually. sure makes me think of a dry mechanism in the...
• Re: WBX Transmission: Failing 3-4 Hub Feels Like?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 12 Apr 2010 13:03:40 -0700
  ...WBX transmission + linkage I installed in my '81. >>> >>> Drove it around the block, all gears "found", no crunches/noise, but >>> shifter not as easy...
• Re: broken gear box
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Wed, 1 Nov 2017 16:27:08 -0400
  ...fork under the gear shift were broken and after replacing them it was more difficult to adjust the linkage than in the past. I...
• Re: Shift bar seperation and part # question
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Tue, 24 Feb 2004 13:29:22 -0800
  ...linkage, which would be slamming the gears in the tranny. Z Kevin Carrubba <CTTAPER@AOL.COM> wrote: Hi Everyone, Found out my shifter problem...
• Re: Question about lubing front shift linkage
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 14 Aug 2006 23:16:07 -0700
  ...What should I use to > > lube, and what can I take apart without upsetting the shifter > > settings, on the front linkage? I can hear...
• Re: hard to shift into 2nd
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 14 Feb 2018 14:18:36 -0700
  ...the 2nd engaged. > > *"It is very easy to get the Rear Shift Linkage Carrier Mispositioned"*. I > suspect that too but the new cup has...
• Re: WBX Transmission: Failing 3-4 Hub Feels Like?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 12 Apr 2010 14:19:51 -0700
  ...WBX transmission + linkage I installed in my '81. > > Drove it around the block, all gears "found", no crunches/noise, but > shifter not as easy...
• Re: 87 Westy Syncro clutch sticking--is it fixed??
  Historical mailing list - Don Gibbons
  Thu, 30 Apr 1998 14:13:55 -0400
  the first problem was either just a jamed shifter linkage (maybe bushing pushed out of place) Or air in the slave cylinder preventing the...
• Re: Shift linkage? 84 manual transmission
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 16 Apr 2017 01:28:30 -0400
  ...The linkage does not transfer that motion to the rear as there is no need -- the gearbox itself will happily shift into reverse at...
• UPDATE: automatic transmission adjusting
  Historical mailing list - Mike Pedersen
  Sat, 30 Aug 2003 12:33:43 -0700
  ...It was really hard to shift. The selector to linkage > part > > >just above the spare tire was incredibly dirty with a dirt and grease...
• Re: shifter bushing kit
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Mon, 22 Oct 2001 11:47:06 -0700
  ...As others have suggested, it is also a good idea to clean and lube the linkage underneath, starting with the box below the shift...
• Re: automatic transmission adjusting
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sat, 30 Aug 2003 07:58:14 -0400
  ...It was really hard to shift. The selector to linkage part >just above the spare tire was incredibly dirty with a dirt and grease...
• Shift Rod Bushing Boots- necessary...?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Mon, 23 Mar 2009 18:10:57 -0400
  In looking over the transmission, all the boots on my shift linkage are torn to shreds. I'm wondering if these are a necessary...
• Re: Manual alignment problem.
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 31 Aug 2013 21:25:37 -0700
  ...your van was shifting ok, then you tweaked a part in the linkage? > Which part? Was it only the shift plate? > > Have your Dad...
• Re: Shifting problems how adjust linkage
  Historical mailing list - Howard Fleming
  Sun, 19 Jul 1998 10:10:47 -0500
  ...the > > linkage. In order to get my Van in first I need to push down as if going into > > reverse > > and shifting to second...
• Re: Repair Shops in Georgia/SC - Transmission: No shifting into 3rd or 4th
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Wed, 22 Aug 2012 20:05:18 -0700
  ...To my untrained eye the shift linkage appears to be working correctly. I do routinely crawl underneath and grease the shift linkage at the...
• Re: Linkage
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Fri, 27 Jul 2001 10:53:15 -0700
  ...Leon 85 Subwagen Westy Peter Wilson wrote: > Hi, > > As I was pushing down on the stick shift on my '84 Camper to get into...
• Re: shifting problems
  Historical mailing list - puzerewski
  Wed, 28 Mar 2001 04:26:35 -0500
  ...shifting in my '85 > > panzerkampingwagen was getting harder and harder, finally I couldn't get > 2nd > > gear even after i adjusted the linkage. Then...
• what causes 3rd & 4th gear to go out?
  Historical mailing list - Gary Goldey
  Mon, 2 Aug 2004 23:31:20 EDT
  Here I am rolling down the road in the Vanagon "Big Brother" version- 1.9 watercooled w/4 speed when my shifter linkage busts...
• Re: Cable Shift Linkage? (tranny)
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:55:51 -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: Rattle at High RPM
  Historical mailing list - CanineWolf
  Sat, 25 Apr 1998 15:56:02 EDT
  ...the grommets in the linkage wearing and that in turn makeing the shifter hit the plate that covers the shifter.....guess you can lube...
• Re: Shifter Rattle (Was: Re: shift lever adjustment)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Sat, 17 Jul 1999 11:40:48 -0700
  ...ears gives the shift lever more room > > to rattle in. > > > > Mark > > > > Wes Neuenschwander wrote: > > > > > > Excessive play in the shift linkage and bushings was carefully...
• FS: AT to 4spd conversion kit
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 29 Jan 2001 20:59:03 EST
  i have all items necessary for converting an automatic vanagon to a 4spd. - shifter, linkage, clutch pedal/brake booster, etc.. best offer chris [text...
• shifting
  Historical mailing list - SpaceKommander
  Tue, 4 Jun 2002 18:34:06 -0400
  make sure the linkage attachment to the tranny (2 bolts) tight. Plus, minor movement here translates to big differences - there is a little bit...
• Shifter resistance?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Paddock
  Thu, 23 Mar 2000 18:11:58 -0700
  ...Clutch doesn't slip or any type or engage badly- could this be a shifter/linkage deal? Any thoughts? Thanks! Scott Paddock '87 Wolfsburg...
• Re: [subaruvanagon] Musing About Recent Trip - Too Long
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 12 Jul 2011 12:45:17 -0700
  short shift kit not recommended ! really .. the stock shift linkage is nigh perfect ( if just maintained !!..please ) with short shift kit, effort is higher...
• Down shifting
  Historical mailing list - Mark Kazman
  Mon, 28 Jun 1999 11:22:45 -0700
  ...The tranny up shifts fine from 1st through 4th, but has a problem down shifting from 4th or 3rd to second. It just won...
• Re: reverse (manual) shifting
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Thu, 7 Jun 2007 06:24:09 -0400
  ...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: new 82 vanagon L
  Historical mailing list - Kendra Calhoun
  Mon, 2 Jan 2012 15:55:51 -0600
  ...More likely shift > linkage actually. > > sure makes me think of a dry mechanism in the clutch release mechanism. > I have seen .. > chronically ( ! ) that evident...
• Re: boot: shifter linkage
  Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
  Tue, 21 May 1996 21:37:06 CST6CDT
  ...souunds like the dealer showed you the shift rod boot. BTW, the ball joint is available as a replacement item.... $27 or something like...
• Rubber boot part #'s
  Historical mailing list - Mark Watts
  Wed, 1 Mar 2000 17:35:15 EST
  Anyone have the rubber boot part numbers for the thottle cable in the engine compartment and the shift linkage cover by the tranny? tia...
• I need some parts..........
  Historical mailing list - Chad G
  Wed, 9 May 2001 18:19:53 -0400
  Looking for a complete shifting linkage for an 85GL must be in great condition.........let me know what you have and how much you...
• Objet : Redline MTL
  Historical mailing list - Gilles Gallant
  Wed, 24 Mar 1999 17:45:03 -0500
  ...I change my oil and the rubbers that are covering the articulations of the gear shift linkage (near the transmission) and it is a...
• Re: Do Shift linkage bushes wear ...
  Historical mailing list - Ben Cichowski
  Wed, 30 Jul 2008 18:02:38 -0500
  ...Do Shift linkage bushes wear ... > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > While we're on the subject, how bad are they going to wear if...
• Re: 85 gl manual...shift lever BROKE!!!
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Wed, 1 Oct 2014 22:01:26 -1000
  ...and really worn out shifter and linkage . and it's not even that hard to get them factory new feeling again. I've fixed...
• Bad Pilot Bearing???
  Historical mailing list - Steve Shane
  Tue, 31 Aug 2004 16:19:19 -0700
  ...It shifts fine when the motor is off, and only first gear has a problem while driving> I had my shift linkage adjusted, and...
• Re: Shifter "guides"
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 26 May 2013 21:25:54 -0700
  ...Whenever theres play in any of the shift linkage parts, this causes poor feel at the shift lever in the cab, and will likely...
• Re: Shifting into 1st gear
  Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
  Tue, 4 Jun 2002 12:35:53 -0700
  I always thought the shift linkage was an anti-theft device. I can't imagine some punk jumping into my van, hooking reverse, then...
• Re: 300 spots of lubrication
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 3 Nov 2010 19:25:05 -0700
  ...BTW I put it on my shift linkage too. alistair On 3-Nov-10, at 7:09 PM, Richard Koerner wrote: Yes, some good...
• complete 4spd setup for sale for AT to manual conversion
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 14 Nov 2000 03:40:49 EST
  complete 4 speed setup for sale for those who want to change from automatic to manual trans. linkage, shifter, clutch pedal, etc. chris
• Goofy Manual Transmission Issue
  Historical mailing list - Mark Vermillion
  Tue, 4 Nov 2003 21:20:39 -0500
  ...I have trouble shifting out of it too. I split the linkage shaft at the universal joint and detected a good bit of resistance...
• Re: 251 711 167 E Boot
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Tue, 7 Oct 2003 09:26:28 -0700
  ...I put this over the ball and socket that covers the end of the shift linkage. So the end of the linkage is a...
• Re: Shift linkage part
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Wed, 8 Oct 2003 20:32:06 -0700
  ...I have been having > trouble with the shift linkage part that bolts on > the transmission shift shaft. > It is shaped like a "J" with...
• Simple but oh so effective maintenance task (lubricate shift linkage)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 8 Apr 2012 19:26:33 -0700
  ...on back (underneath the van) along the whole length of the shifter linkage, using my can of spray chain lube on all the delrin...
• Re: Other groups - a better one? - gasp!
  Historical mailing list - Mark L. Hineline
  Tue, 9 Nov 2010 09:19:03 -0800
  I'm willing to bet that somewhere in the archives it says that the guide pin for the early shift linkage is NLA. Certainly...
• Re: Syncro shifter rattle
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 28 Sep 1999 17:31:46 -0700
  ...The most irritating of which is shifter rattle. The linkage is >great -- the vehicle goes in and out of gear like _butter_. However, when...
• Re: new standard trans popping out of 1st
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 16 Jun 2014 21:13:32 -0400
  ...1980-83 aircooled (diesel) linkage set up and happy? I do (did) have new bushings in the shifter linkage in the past 3yrs. And...
• Good Lube stuff.
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 9 Nov 2007 10:07:17 -0800
  ...I sprayed it onto my shift linkage and all the front moving parts I could find like sway bar bushings, etc... My shifting is...
• Shift Linkage problems
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Tue, 17 Aug 2010 07:58:11 -0400
  ...Since leaving Buses Of The Corn I have been having trouble getting the shifter to move between 1-2 and 3-4. Fore-and...
• automatic transmission adjusting
  Historical mailing list - Mike Pedersen
  Fri, 29 Aug 2003 20:05:10 -0700
  ...It was really hard to shift. The selector to linkage part just above the spare tire was incredibly dirty with a dirt and grease...
• Re: Shift linkage repair
  Historical mailing list - Vanderzanden Michael (DC-LP/SAL-US)
  Sun, 11 Aug 2019 15:08:43 +0000
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• Re: Runaway Engine RPMs
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Thu, 10 Oct 2013 16:25:05 -0400
  ...think the issue is somewhere at cable, linkage etc. Or, since > engine was in/out maybe drivetrain shifted and pulled on the cable? > > Neil. > > >
• Re: Shift knob rattle help??
  Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
  Tue, 15 Jun 1999 08:24:47 -8
  ...The dealer tried every adjustment conceivable, relubed the linkage and bushings repeatedly and even tried various mods to the shifter and linkage. Finally, a...