Got the same problem. With my tranny out for a new clutch and seals, I'm
putting new accordion  boots on mine. I think they are important. Helps
keep the grit out of that bushing.

Regards

John Rodgers
88 GL Driver

Jim Johnston wrote:
> In looking over the transmission, all the boots on my shift linkage are torn
> to shreds.  I'm wondering if these are a necessary item:
>
> http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_249_784/shift_rod_bushing_boot2_required.html
>
> Yeah, I know it's only $40 bucks, I just figured I'd ask.
>
> Here's photos of what I'm dealing with.
>
> http://picasaweb.google.com/inmytree1/ShiftLinkageRubyRoo#
>
> Another question, the little pin holding the selector lever, how does one go
> about pulling that out?
>
>
> Jim
> Wilmington, NC
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