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lsilverman11 Samba Member
Joined: July 09, 2020 Posts: 45 Location: MA
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Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 4:59 am Post subject: Ripped Boot |
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Hi,
Ripped out the old cargo floors in my 1970 Transporter. Found this ripped boot. Can someone tell me what it's called and how difficult it is to replace? Is there any way to repair it? Do they make one that's split? Please see pictures.
Thanks!
Larry
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pioneer1 Samba Member
Joined: February 11, 2008 Posts: 2067 Location: Ontario Canada
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Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 5:34 am Post subject: Re: Ripped Boot |
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I assume since you are deep into metal repair then your engine and transmission is out. Thats the time to order the shifter rod rebuild kit and replace all the parts _________________ "Always waiting for tomorrow ruined everything"
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Pez Samba Member
Joined: September 16, 2003 Posts: 581 Location: Texarkana
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Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 6:56 am Post subject: Re: Ripped Boot |
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That would be the dust cover/boot on the nose cone of your transaxle. You would be advised to replace your shift coupler while you have access, it's the squared piece in front of the ripped boot. And while it's off you can replace the boot.
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p=7900410 _________________ Always chasing Squirrel's. |
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telford dorr Samba Member
Joined: March 11, 2009 Posts: 3546 Location: San Diego (Encinitas)
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Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 11:01 am Post subject: Re: Ripped Boot |
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Uh, hold up on that thought for a moment!
The quality of aftermarket shift couplers has gotten so bad that I only use the end blocks out of a new coupler (which you used to be able to buy as a separate part) to rebuild an old coupler, and throw the rest away. On most new couplers the sleeve that slides over the trans shift rod is so oversized that it rattles, the grub screw hole is drilled badly off-center, and the sleeve is so badly fastened to the cage that it rotates. In short, complete crap.
If you buy a new shift coupler, do carefully inspect it for proper fit... _________________ '71 panel, now with FI
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Pez Samba Member
Joined: September 16, 2003 Posts: 581 Location: Texarkana
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Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 11:16 am Post subject: Re: Ripped Boot |
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telford dorr wrote: |
Uh, hold up on that thought for a moment!
The quality of aftermarket shift couplers has gotten so bad that I only use the end blocks out of a new coupler (which you used to be able to buy as a separate part) to rebuild an old coupler, and throw the rest away. On most new couplers the sleeve that slides over the trans shift rod is so oversized that it rattles, the grub screw hole is drilled badly off-center, and the sleeve is so badly fastened to the cage that it rotates. In short, complete crap.
If you buy a new shift coupler, do carefully inspect it for proper fit... |
Good point, the rubber is generally the only thing to go out unless there is prior damage, generally by heavy handed PO's or rust issues. So Im with ya on only replacing the blocks. Last one I did the supplied screw was fragile and the finish on the threads was poor. So I went with original cage and new rubber blocks.
Looking back at your photos, it appears the blocks are red so likely its already been replaced at some point? Either way you need to remove the coupler to be able to replace the boot. _________________ Always chasing Squirrel's. |
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Starbucket Samba Member
Joined: April 30, 2007 Posts: 4003 Location: WA
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Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 1:31 pm Post subject: Re: Ripped Boot |
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Clean it up with 99% Isopropyl alcohol then coat both sides of the rip with Liquid electrical tape, once dried give it a top coat. |
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bsairhead Samba Member
Joined: October 08, 2008 Posts: 3451 Location: viroqua wi.
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Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 1:52 pm Post subject: Re: Ripped Boot |
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Starbucket wrote: |
Clean it up with 99% Isopropyl alcohol then coat both sides of the rip with Liquid electrical tape, once dried give it a top coat. |
Yes or RTV |
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Pez Samba Member
Joined: September 16, 2003 Posts: 581 Location: Texarkana
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bsairhead Samba Member
Joined: October 08, 2008 Posts: 3451 Location: viroqua wi.
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Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 2:27 pm Post subject: Re: Ripped Boot |
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So true. RTV is in my cabinet in the garage as is brake cleaner. |
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