1976 VW Type 2 Bus repairs

Here is a very easy test:

Engine idling. Clutch all the way to floor. Very, very slowly, try to engage Reverse gear.

Does it grind going in? If so, the clutch needs adjustment.

The clutch is adjusted so that there is roughly 3/4" of free play at the pedal top. Check that by pressing on the pedal with your hand. The play gives a very definite feel.

The adjustment is located way back at the transmision. At this point you really, really need a shop manual.

Post back what you find out so we can go from there.

Speedy Jim

I tried that and the transmission does no grinding going into any gears. I do notice that as I am getting ready to let the clutch out, or while setting still it wants to pop out of gear all by itself unless I hold it in place till I get moving.

Well, that lets the clutch off the hook.

"pop out of gear all by itself..."

That may be *very* bad. There are possible causes outside the gearbox, such as worn shift bushings and couplers and/or adjustments which need to be investigated.

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Speedy Jim

sounds like time for another tranny.