On Wed, 30 Jun 2004 00:50:43 -0700, Jean-Woo Kim <jeanwoo@fuller.edu> wrote:
>
> I have a question about my 87 GL Wolfsburg Edition's 4-speed shifter. When I
> start the car in the morning it is always difficult to put it in gear,
> particularly in the 1st. (Actually putting it in reverse is fine.) After the
> van warmed up a little, after 10 minutes or so of driving, it becomes easier
> to shift but still a little sticky. Interestingly, it is buttery with the
> engine off and clutch depressed. This makes me rule out the possibility of
> worn bushings or alignment of the shifter rods. What can it be? And how can
> I go about fixing it?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jean-Woo
>
Jean-Woo,
I had the same problem with my 91. First gear was getting difficult. I
changed the oil in the trans to a synthetic and the problem went away.
It is worth a try. For a write-up of the job see
http://www.vanagonauts.com/index.phtml?catid=101
Redline MT-90 is recommended
Happy trails
--
John Meeks
Vanagon Rescue Squad
http://www.vanagonauts.com/?catid=74
'91 Multivan ~ white lightnin' ~
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