{"product_id":"t1-shift-lever-spring","title":"111-711-145B VW Beetle \u0026 Ghia Shifter Lever Tension Spring","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVW Shifter Lever Tension Spring – 111-711-145B\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e111-711-145B\u003c\/b\u003e is the heavy-duty coil spring located at the base of the manual gear shifter assembly. This spring provides the critical upward tension required for the \"push-down\" reverse lockout safety feature found in vintage Volkswagens. By providing constant upward pressure, it ensures the shifter stays in the upper plane for forward gears and requires intentional downward force to move the lever into the reverse gate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eOver decades of use, these springs can fatigue, snap, or lose their tension, leading to a \"floppy\" shifter handle that vibrates excessively or, more dangerously, allows the driver to accidentally engage reverse when shifting into second gear. Replacing this spring during a shifter rebuild restores the crisp, mechanical feel of the factory linkage and ensures the safety lockout remains functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDetailed Vehicle Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e This spring is a standard component for manual shifters in the following models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVW Beetle (Standard):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 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 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVW Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\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 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVW Thing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003e1973, 1974\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Highlights \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Tensile Spring Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered to maintain specific tension for consistent reverse-lockout operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDirect OE Specification:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits perfectly over the shifter lever shaft and seats correctly within the shifter base housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSafety Essential:\u003c\/b\u003e Prevents accidental reverse engagement, protecting your transmission's reverse gear and synchros.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEasy Installation:\u003c\/b\u003e Can be replaced easily once the shifter assembly is unbolted from the center tunnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 111-711-145B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Spring Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCoil Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Compression Spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e Manual Shifter Base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLubrication:\u003c\/b\u003e When installing the new spring, apply a liberal amount of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/52864\" title=\"RED WHEEL BEARING GREASE, TIMKEN\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eheavy-duty grease\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to the spring and the shifter ball. This prevents \"spring creak\" and ensures smooth vertical movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStop Plate Alignment:\u003c\/b\u003e This spring works in conjunction with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/33378\" title=\"T1, T2, T3, Thing, Reverse Lock Out plate\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003eShifter Stop Plate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. If your reverse lockout still feels \"notchy\" after replacing the spring, you likely need to adjust the position of the stop plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInspect the Pin:\u003c\/b\u003e While the shifter is apart, check the small locating pin on the shifter handle. If this pin is sheared, the spring won't be able to keep the shifter in the correct gate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"While You're In There\" Rule:\u003c\/b\u003e Since you have the shifter out to replace the spring, this is the perfect time to install a new \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/search?query=111-711-115\" title='Search Results for \"111-711-115\"'\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"130\"\u003eShifter Boot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/search?query=111-701-259a\" title='Search Results for \"111-701-259a\"'\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"147\"\u003eShift Rod Bushing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\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);\"\u003e111711145B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PPI, CORP.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49437408985375,"sku":"111-711-145B","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/8797\/1103\/files\/111711145B.webp?v=1727115478","url":"https:\/\/shop.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/t1-shift-lever-spring","provider":"IPC - Import Parts Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}