[urq] Shift Linkage

[n-engelbert at terrans.net]

> Re: "I was able to find OME
> parts from a local dealer at (~$7) a piece for the
> plastic insert at each end of the linkage rod, and
> about (~$18) for the larger plastic insert at the end
> of the long rod from the gear shift lever.
> Again, thanks a bunch everyone."
>
> Tony,
> Are you refering to the shift linkage bushings. My mechanic had to special
> order those through Audi.
> Audi doesn't make them anymore, but they are outsourced and only made when
> ordered. This has been taking forever - as in weeks.
> R. Benson
> '83 Urq

Two of the bushings were in stock at my local dealer, and when I ordered
the larger one on a Monday, they had it for me on Wednesday.  This was a
few weeks ago.

I think that your mechanic is pulling your leg.

For the VW dealer to have two of the bushings in stock, they must be a
high replacement item on something VW.

Good luck!

Nathan Engelbert
83 UrQ DA900453
89 90q
91 200q20v avant