Hi all-

I am looking for some help on diagnosing this distressing shifter problem on
my '84.

As the title says, sometimes it is hard to get it into gear effectively,
specifically the 1-2 part of the pattern.  I have lived with this quirk, but
lately it will sometimes just refuse to go into second at all.  Very hard to
drive like this.

It is also transmitting a very strong buzzing through the shifter in third
gear.  It may do it in second too, but I am revving higher shifting from 3-4
and that's where I notice it; from about 40mph up to 45 or so when I shift
into 4.

I plan on changing the tranny fluid this weekend to see if that helps.
Anyone got any other ideas?  I am at a loss.  Shift fork worn?  Bushings?
Argh.

Thanks,

Blake Sartin
Moderator, Bus-Life List
http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/bus-life
'69 Westy
'84 Vanagon
Maryville, TN