{"product_id":"98-2045-b","title":"VW Type 1 Shift Rod Guide Bushing (Delrin) - 98-2045-B","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Shift Rod Guide Bushing – 111-701-259AD\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Delrin shift rod guide bushing replaces the stock shift rod bushing, which is known to be difficult to install, wear prematurely, and provide a loose, imprecise shifter feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for improved durability, this replacement bushing delivers smoother, more precise shifting with a solid, positive feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended Additional Upgrades:\u003cbr\u003eBillet Shift Coupler P\/N: 16-5110-7 \u0026amp; 16-5106-7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Apply grease to both the inside and outside of the bushing before installation. Attempting to remove the bushing after installation may damage or break it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetailed Vehicle Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e This bushing fits the standard shift rod hanger across nearly all air-cooled VW models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Standard):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Bus (Type 2):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Thing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1973, 1974\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrease is Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply a generous coating of \u003cb\u003emultipurpose lithium grease\u003c\/b\u003e to the inside of the bushing and the shift rod surface to ensure longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccess Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e You can usually access this bushing by removing the shifter assembly. Use a long piece of wire or a \"grabber\" tool to help position the new bushing into the hanger deep inside the tunnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCheck the Coupler:\u003c\/b\u003e If you are still experiencing shifting issues after replacing this bushing, check the \u003cb\u003erear shift coupler\u003c\/b\u003e under the rear seat inspection plate, as they often wear out at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e111701259A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI INC.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52714901897503,"sku":"98-2045-B","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/8797\/1103\/files\/98-2045-B_3-scaled.jpg?v=1785359570","url":"https:\/\/shop.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/98-2045-b","provider":"IPC - Import Parts Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}