Greg, Have you checked the adjustment of your transmission linkage? Yes, replacing bushings could improve the feel of the shifter, but I would start with linkage adjustment first. I don't think you have to drop the gas tank even if you replace the linkage entirely, but that's only by recollection of the underside of my van. At any rate, removing the spare wheel gains you access to the cup and ball joint at the base of the shifter which you'll need to do the adjustment. I find it worth the extra five minutes to remove the spare wheel carrier completely for better access. The adjustment procedure is in the Haynes and Bentley manuals, or try searching the archives for "pinch bolt" and "transmission." The same day I adjusted my linkage I lubricated all those friction surfaces with moly disulfide grease. So far the shifting action is much better. Good Luck, Scott '85 Westy "Pearl" Santa Barbara, CA >Hey folks, > >Lately it seems that first gear has been a bit hard to find, and I'm >thinking that replacing the shifter bushings would solve the problem. I >recall hearing something once about a kit that had all the required >parts in it sold by ken at vanagin. I can't seem to find this on his >site anywhere. Is this a kit that other vendors have available too? Is >it an expensive dealer part if I go that route? Also, can the job be >done without dropping the gas tank? What do you folks suggest? > >thanks, > >greg. |
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