Volkswagen: 1978 vw type 2 bus, correct angles, vw type 2

Question
my bus will not go into 3rd gear, it has a new tranny and a new clutch cable, im
just not really sure how to adjust anything. can you help?

Answer
Hi Taryl,

Don't worry, this most likely is not a big problem.  One thing you will need though is a service manual for your '78.

Here are two sites that sell them:

www.gowesty.com

www.busdepot.com

You may even be able to pick one up cheaper on e-bay.

What this sounds like is that the gear shifter plate needs to be adjusted.  The shift guide plate is located under the gearshift which is held on by two screws.

Adjustment is fairly simple, but you do need to refer to the correct angles only a picture in the book can provide.

Again, should not be a big deal.

Best of luck!

Ron