The method below is how Haynes suggests you adjust the gear linkage after replacement (EDIT on a mk3/2f) if you don't have the correct template tool. Just wondered if it works or if it's worth lashing out on the template (if they can be bought). If so, how much do they cost? Thinking about replacing 4-speed with 5-speed.

Also, it says you can't undo the bushes without breaking them so they have to be replaced. Is this just Haynes guff?

Edited 12 May, 200818 yr by Fonz

ye i have found it works just fine.

works for me

when i changed my 4 speed 2 a 5 it worked perfectly. all you need is a 11mm nut or bolt and a 15mm rule.

thank you, you fine fellows.

What's this about the bushes in the linkage, any explanations? (speak slow, it's been a long day!)

thank you, you fine fellows.

What's this about the bushes in the linkage, any explanations? (speak slow, it's been a long day!)

you shouldent have to take the bushes apart anyway but if u do or have they just slot back togeather,

as long as they're all greaced up they will be fine.

The method below is how Haynes suggests you adjust the gear linkage after replacement (EDIT on a mk3/2f) if you don't have the correct template tool. Just wondered if it works or if it's worth lashing out on the template (if they can be bought). If so, how much do they cost? Thinking about replacing 4-speed with 5-speed.

Also, it says you can't undo the bushes without breaking them so they have to be replaced. Is this just Haynes guff?

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