Shifter for '91 Vanagon?

duderanchero · Posted: Sat Oct 25, 2008 11:49 pm Post subject: Shifter for '91 Vanagon?

Hi, I've got a '91 Vanagon Carat. My shifter broke off at the bushing, and I'm looking for a new one. Anyone know of an online retailer that still carries these? Also, was a solid-metal lever (rather than hollow) ever made to fit the Vanagon? I haven't taken apart the whole assembly, so maybe it's got to be hollow, but seems like it's just asking for trouble. If I had a forge around, I'd just bang one out. I already hit all the salvage yards here in El Paso, TX with no luck at all. Any help would be much appreciated. Even a part number on the damn thing would be helpful right now.

Thanks,
James

crazyvwvanman · Posted: Sun Oct 26, 2008 5:30 am Post subject: Re: Shifter for '91 Vanagon?

They don't break often but it happens. The break occurs at the small hole for the setscrew. Some people put a splint inside and then weld it back to one piece, grinding the weld smooth. The outer diameter needs to stay the same so the parts can slide down past the repair.

The part number is 251 711 121E.

Mark

Captain Pike · Posted: Sun Oct 26, 2008 7:14 am Post subject:

Got Bentley?
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duderanchero · Posted: Sun Oct 26, 2008 11:14 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the replies. I'll probably end up welding the piece, which is what I would have done already if I had a rig here. This also means I'll have to scrape off the Gorilla Glue I'd used for a temporary fix. Never fun.

I do have the Bentley manual, but I don't see how it would be helpful at this point. When I'm in the dis-/re-assembly step, I'm sure it will come in handy.

James

mccabe · Posted: Mon Oct 27, 2008 4:45 pm Post subject:

I had the same thing happen 2 weeks ago. Also a 91'. Mine broke at the set screw ( scared the crap out of me ) I took it apart and had it welded now Im back in action.
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Ryan Alfonso · Posted: Mon Oct 27, 2008 5:51 pm Post subject:

I've got a spare I can sell you cheap. Don't need it since switching to a 5spd.

GBA 88West LA · Posted: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:58 pm Post subject:

you can check w/ gordi davis at 4eva4 603-313-5333 [email protected] or john or mike at johns car corner 802-722-3180...both these guys are great and i have never been unable to locate a part through them

duderanchero · Posted: Wed Oct 29, 2008 2:46 pm Post subject:

Thanks to everyone for the replies. I'm going to weld it today, and I hope the effort is successful. If not, it's good to know I have options.

James


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