I had been noticing some squeakiness and resistance when shifting. The noise
was coming from the plastic joint under the rubber boot at the base of the
shifter. I lifted the boot and greased the area with light grease. I also
greased the 2 "sliding" points where the shaft goes back to the
transmission, and sprayed the linkage inside the metal protector up under
the spare tire carrier area. The difference in shifting is remarkable.
Almost feels floppy compared to how stiff it was.
Bob Stevens
'87 Syncro Westy
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Stewart, Donna" <DStewart@REEDSMITH.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Monday, September 22, 2003 9:43 AM
Subject: Stiffness - 3rd Gear

After I've been driving for a while I notice an increased stiffness in
trying to shift into third gear.  What could be causing this?

> Donna, 1987 & 1990 Vanagons