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> Subject: Re: [T3] Any shift bushing install tips? > > > On 6 Jun 2001, at 9:52, Roush, Norman wrote: > > > I installed a new shift coupler in my '68 Squareback and > part of the old > > shift bushing fell out of hole in the pan used to access > the coupler. I > > bought a new bushing and was told it was a bit of a PITA to > install. Do any > > of you have any tips that may make this job easier? How > far forward is it > > necessary to pull the shift rod? How far back into the > tunnel is the rod > > bracket that holds the bushing? > > The bracket is only a few inches back in the tunnel, behind the > shift lever hole. I thought it could be replaced without removing the > rod, but if you have to pull the rod out, then it will have to move > about 4-5 feet. > > Russ, is it really necessary to pull the rod? > > I don't know if it is easier, but I have done it without pulling the rod. You have to have long fingers, and hold your mouth right. If you have the T-3 that the plate unbolts from the top of the tunnel, you might be able to get it by unhooking the rear coupling, and get the plate up enough to get the new bushing in. It is a tight fit into the bracket if you are trying to do it with the rod in place. Russ Wolfe russ_wolfe@MAHLEParr.com Mahle Parr Filter Systems 505 E. Madison Winterset, IA 50273 ------------------------------------------------------------------- Too much? Digest! mailto:type3-d-request@vwtype3.org Subj=subscribe