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Date:         Wed, 30 Jun 2004 09:11:16 -0400
Reply-To:     John Meeks <vanagon@GMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         John Meeks <vanagon@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Shifting problem
Comments: To: Jean-Woo Kim <jeanwoo@fuller.edu>
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On Wed, 30 Jun 2004 00:50:43 -0700, Jean-Woo Kim <jeanwoo@fuller.edu> wrote: > > I have a question about my 87 GL Wolfsburg Edition's 4-speed shifter. When I > start the car in the morning it is always difficult to put it in gear, > particularly in the 1st. (Actually putting it in reverse is fine.) After the > van warmed up a little, after 10 minutes or so of driving, it becomes easier > to shift but still a little sticky. Interestingly, it is buttery with the > engine off and clutch depressed. This makes me rule out the possibility of > worn bushings or alignment of the shifter rods. What can it be? And how can > I go about fixing it? > > Thanks, > > Jean-Woo > Jean-Woo, I had the same problem with my 91. First gear was getting difficult. I changed the oil in the trans to a synthetic and the problem went away. It is worth a try. For a write-up of the job see http://www.vanagonauts.com/index.phtml?catid=101 Redline MT-90 is recommended Happy trails -- John Meeks Vanagon Rescue Squad http://www.vanagonauts.com/?catid=74 '91 Multivan ~ white lightnin' ~ KC8ZFN


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