Mike Collum wrote:
> Hi Wil,
>
> I'd say it's clutch time ... and while you're there you should replace
> the engine seal and pilot bearing along with having the flywheel
> resurfaced.  Of course you'll replace the throwout bearing and you
> should either true up the release fork or replace it along with
> checking/replacing its bushings.  Replacing the input shaft seal in the
> transmission is another must do as far as I'm concerned.
>
> While it's all out ... replacing the starter bushing is a very good
> idea, too.
>
> Mike
> Houlton, Maine

Thanks for the many responses both on and off list.

I expected as much.  I usually do most of the work on my Vanagon but I'm
going to have to have this done.  What's the typical price tag.

At the moment I only have the shudder starting from a stop in first.
When shifting at speed into 2nd, 3rd, or 4th there is none and I can't
say I've noticed it in reverse.  Does this mean I've got some time or is
that wishful thinking?

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Wil

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