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Date:         Sat, 13 Jul 2013 16:58:55 -0500
Reply-To:     Alan Felder <dieseldoofus@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Alan Felder <dieseldoofus@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Shift Linkage Woes -- 1984 Westy
Comments: To: b1biker@aol.com
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Sounds like the problem is the ball/spring assembly on the shift lever. These are still available from list vendors. It's an easy job.

While you are looking at the shift mechanism, check the bushings all the way back. Grease, refurbish/replace...

Then read the Bentley about adjustments - that will be crucial after everything is back together.

On 7/13/13, Gary Meier <b1biker@aol.com> wrote: > I'm working on a friends 84 Westy. The shifting is vague and you don't need > to depress the shift lever to engage reverse. It seems like there is > excessive movement in the front portion of the linkage. I found a collection > of broken plastic bits in the spare tire but can't determine where they came > from. Any advice, assistance would be greatly appreciated. > Gary Meier >

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Alan Felder Austin TX 82 Diesel Westy

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