Gear selector removal?

[BigGirther]

I cant figure out how to take the gear selector off the gear linkage. I need to replace the rear linkage bush so it needs to come off. Its a 'spring pin' but i dont know how to remove it, anyone shine some light on it?
Cheers
Phil

[protexblue]

Nicked from a vanagon forum, saves me some writing
The tensioning pin is what is commonly referred to as a roll pin. It gets its tension from the split down the side and then being slightly larger than the hole so it must be compressed (made smaller diameter) as it goes in. To remove, you just need a pin punch of the appropriate diameter and that trusty ball peen. However, you will find the force to move it through is relatively slight.

When reinstalling (many recommend replacing as it may have lost some tension) one end will be beveled. This is the starting end that 'funnels' the oversize pin into the hole. You can then tap the other end without damage. Since the roll pin is hollow, it is imperative you have the correct size pin punch or else you will damage either the pin or the shift lever. Most pins are of such length that they go flush with the shift lever or very slightly inset so there is nothing to 'catch' left sticking out.

[skint-van-man]

i came across this problem last week....

Getting the pin out looked like a no no without causing too much damage so i cut my old one off and when it came to putting on the new one i made a straight cut through one side and slid it on the shaft. The cut means the bush will sit tighter round the linkage and as long as you put grease inside it you should be ok!

hope this helps!

henry

[BigGirther]

cheers to both of ya! the old gal will be on the road again

[gti mad man]

this the one gearbox end by the cup?

[BigGirther]

Yeah mate