If it feels like the clutch was not releasing then that is where I would go
first. Can you find the gears with the engine not running? If so then you
need to check the clutch hydraulics and linkages, including pedal). If
everything OK on the outside then you  need to dig further. Tranny Out.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
ANTONY MARSH
Sent: Thursday, February 20, 2014 3:39 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: ..... Can't get first or second gear.

Dear List,

Does this mean the transmission needs to be rebuilt or is there some devious
trick to making it work again?

As I was about to reverse out of the drive I had difficulty getting the van
into reverse.  Like I hadn't depressed my clutch enough.  Eventually managed
to get moving and all was well.  Now the old van will NOT allow me to find
reverse, first or second gears.

Suggestions please - be kind.

Regards
Peter Marsh
Naples FL
1991 Tin top.