My problem was the shifter mechanism at the tranny. Replaced that
assembly and problem was resolved.

John

On 2/20/2014 11:25 PM, Dennis Haynes wrote:
> 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.
>