Speak of the devil, I quickly logged on to post this question, and to my
surprised it was kind of being discussed already.

>The short shifter is a really nice addition on the 5 speed
>too,especially for the 1st to 2nd change since 1st is
>outside the H pattern.

If one does upgrade to the 5 speed, will any mods have to be made to the
shift linkage?  What is the shift pattern of the 5 speed?  It may be easiest
to explain/understand the answer to this by refering to the said "H
pattern", in the 5 speed, is first gear below reverse?  So, first gear would
be in to the rear and towards the driver of said "H pattern"?  Did Vanagons
that came stock with the 5 speed still have the shifter that has to be
pushed downwards to get outside of the "H pattern", or does the stock 5
speed shifter freely float between first and second and visa versa?
Thanks
Brett

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