In a message dated 96-06-20 16:51:40 EDT, jscohen@m2.sprynet.com (James
Cohen) writes:

<< Popping out of gear is usually a sign of a dying trans.  Worn out gears is
 the problem.  Time for a rebuild or a new tranny.
 
 James
 
 
 
 >I have an 84 Vanagon who's transmission just started popping out
 >of 1st gear during hard deceleration.  Has anyone every run into
 >this problem before?  If so, what was the solution.
 >
 >Thanks in advance.
 >
 >Fred
 
 
 'Popping out of 1st could be bad synchro hub or main shaft bearing.
 Relatively easy to fix if you find right Transmission person.

Dennis.