Remove the bell housing and check the coupling. There is a stud that holds
the shaft extension to the main shaft and a splined coupling that transfers
the power. The coupling is held in place with a snap ring. The stud is
critical. Get the right part. If the shaft is connected check it for axial
play. If the shaft inside the tranny can move in-out then most likely the
gear carrier housing is worn and will need to be replaced or machined.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
HotelWestfalia
Sent: Sunday, February 19, 2012 8:18 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Shaft comes out ...

I took the transmission out and noticed that the shaft can be pulled out,
though not all the way.  I mean the shaft that goes to the clutch.  The car
drove fine, I did not notice anything wrong othewise.  But now, I'm
wondering if there is something amiss.
Anyone?  Daryl?
Best to all,
Zoltan