Shifter Bushing

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Shifter Bushing; What have I ordered ?
Topic Started: Mon Jun 15, 2009 10:25 am (190 Views)
cosser	Mon Jun 15, 2009 10:25 am Post #1
Member Posts: 120 Group: Members Member #1,202 Joined: April 25, 2007	I recently saw some part numbers for the bushing on this site A000 992 1010 x2 A000 992 1110 x1 A000 994 4160 x6 A210 992 0010 x3 which cost about Ł11 inc vat from MB..Are these the right parts to correct a sloppy shift and does anyone have a walkthru on replacing them Do I do this from inside the car or are they only accessible from the underneath ?? theyre rubber and I notice everyone is talking aboiut bronze ones..?? have I ordered the wrong parts..?? Cheers. Cosser Edited by cosser, Mon Jun 15, 2009 10:27 am.



alan	Mon Jun 15, 2009 10:31 am Post #2
this looks like fun Posts: 3,977 Group: Members Member #2,052 Joined: December 21, 2007	the rubber ones are from merc dealers and dave_irl was/is selling the bronze ones



Martrider	Mon Jun 15, 2009 10:43 am Post #3
Longest build time in history? Posts: 1,530 Group: Members Member #2 Joined: November 2, 2005	I think you've confused these parts Dave, the shifter bushings are for the gear shift mechanism for the getrag manual, it's the linkage from the gearstick to the shifter forks on the gearbox. Depending on how sloppy your diff is, it could need rebuilding, or you could just need to replace the propshaft coupling (doughnuts) which connect the props together. (more likely that the diff is on it's way up the mersey but worth a look at the coupling anyway.) When you say sloppy, is the gearknob moving when you change gear or come on/off the throttle, or is there a jerk when doing the same thing? Diff slap? To change both you have to do it from underneath i believe. But replacing the shifter bushings is not the worst thing in the world, it's one less thing you'll need to do later!



Will	Mon Jun 15, 2009 10:45 am Post #4
Member Posts: 2,077 Group: Members Member #458 Joined: August 15, 2006	Hi there, It was me who posted those part numbers up. If your current bushes are worn, it should tighten up the gear change notably. Obviously there are also other factors that could cause a poor gearshift - wear in the selector unit itself, mis-adjustment of the selector rods, worn mounts etc. Fitting of the parts that you've ordered is done from underneath. I did mine on a proper ramp, it's possible to do them without, but it's a lot more hassle when lying on your back! Will



cosser	Mon Jun 15, 2009 2:02 pm Post #5
Member Posts: 120 Group: Members Member #1,202 Joined: April 25, 2007	hey Guys, The shift isnt that sloppy but it could do with tightening up a bit which is why I got the parts..Hey martin I have lots of Diff slap but on inspection it seems that all of the play is in the diff as the doughnuts are all ok as far as I can see.I am looking for a diff to recon if anyone has an old LSD lying around..I can hear the laughter from here..lol.!! So to replace these parts that I've got from MB,is it do-able on normal ramps..?? and more to the point has anyone got any pics or diagrams that can help? I've looked on the manual but it doesnt have anything for the gearshift bushing..?? Cosser



Will	Mon Jun 15, 2009 2:12 pm Post #6
Member Posts: 2,077 Group: Members Member #458 Joined: August 15, 2006	Hi again, It's a simple job to replace the bushes - nothing technically complicated at all, just remove the clips and swap the bushes over Only thing that makes it a little tricky is access - on a ramp it's a 10 minute job, lying on your back I'd allow 1/2 hour or more perhaps - depends on how skilled you are with your fingers, how many clips you drop etc Will



cosser	Tue Jun 16, 2009 12:01 pm Post #7
Member Posts: 120 Group: Members Member #1,202 Joined: April 25, 2007	Thanks Will, I'll get under and have a look.I've got a set of wheel ramps in the shed that should help the creaking back..lol If I get stuck you guys will no doubt be the first to hear about it. Does anyone have an exploded diagram of the shifter mechanism perhaps??



Will	Tue Jun 16, 2009 12:26 pm Post #8
Member Posts: 2,077 Group: Members Member #458 Joined: August 15, 2006	You don't need any diagrams - just swap the bushes over - one off, one on, easy peasy You'll see how straightforward it is when you look underneath, the only challenge is the awkwardness of working from underneath. Will



oliew	Wed Jul 1, 2009 10:18 am Post #9
Member Posts: 84 Group: Members Member #1,353 Joined: May 31, 2007	i have the parts on order here is what im waiting to replace on the top side, i cant get the outside metal casing of the bush out, is this a complete gear selector strip down job? ta Oli



cossie connoisseur	Wed Jul 1, 2009 10:19 am Post #10
fat tits Posts: 9,666 Group: Members Member #110 Joined: December 18, 2005	yes complete srip down



oliew	Wed Jul 1, 2009 10:35 am Post #11
Member Posts: 84 Group: Members Member #1,353 Joined: May 31, 2007	damn i thout i could do this without getting under the car, once i remove the 4 bolts inside the cabin, and disconnect the 3 selectors underneat will it lift out? Oli



cossie connoisseur	Wed Jul 1, 2009 10:40 am Post #12
fat tits Posts: 9,666 Group: Members Member #110 Joined: December 18, 2005	yep, then dismatle with care remembering where everything goes



Will	Wed Jul 1, 2009 6:09 pm Post #13
Member Posts: 2,077 Group: Members Member #458 Joined: August 15, 2006	oliew Wed Jul 1, 2009 10:18 am i have the parts on order here is what im waiting to replace on the top side, i cant get the outside metal casing of the bush out, is this a complete gear selector strip down job? ta Oli Stop stop stop!!! If you're on about the parts listed at the top of this thread there is no need to touch that part in your photo at all. All six bushes and clips are accessed from underneath the car. They just press out of the metal linkage rods (3 of) and refit with new clips. Will



oliew	Wed Jul 1, 2009 6:42 pm Post #14
Member Posts: 84 Group: Members Member #1,353 Joined: May 31, 2007	Hey will, yep! i worked it out, because i ordered the parts on http://www.mercedes-benz-parts.co.uk/ it just says "bush" but i compared with the part numbers @ top with mine for the shifter they are different, so i didnt order the wrong bits hehe they should come this week. ill take all the thing out replace these and if the gear linkage bushes look knakered ill order the stuff @ top of the thread cheers for that oli



-V-	Wed Jul 1, 2009 9:52 pm Post #15
The Hamster Posts: 2,619 Group: Moderator Member #39 Joined: November 12, 2005	^^ THE Oliew!? Wow, it's been a while since I last saw you on here! Do you still have your infamous 16v or did you sell it?



cossie connoisseur	Thu Jul 2, 2009 5:04 am Post #16
fat tits Posts: 9,666 Group: Members Member #110 Joined: December 18, 2005	they need changing



oliew	Thu Jul 2, 2009 7:45 am Post #17
Member Posts: 84 Group: Members Member #1,353 Joined: May 31, 2007	hey! yep im still about i still have the same car ive had for 8 years.. it doesnt have the 19" rs6 wheels on they are on my s4 but i love the 16v so much i dont think i could ever sell it!!! but it annoys me so much when i get underneath and see rust!! how are you



-V-	Thu Jul 2, 2009 1:30 pm Post #18
The Hamster Posts: 2,619 Group: Moderator Member #39 Joined: November 12, 2005	Harsh! You still got the Evo 1-esque arches then? What wheels you got on the car? All is good with me mate, need to see some updated pics of your car!



oliew	Thu Jul 2, 2009 3:39 pm Post #19
Member Posts: 84 Group: Members Member #1,353 Joined: May 31, 2007	i got the Kahn RSR 17" on it now, same as in the pic i posted on the tappety 16v engine video its well on its way to getting restored now, once shims are done and in everything up front is ready, i just need to replace brake pads + discs due to rust and also the SLS hydraulic pipes too and then i have to get the welder out for a marathon sigh cant wait to get it back!!my bro needs to borrow a car in 3 months so if i can get it mot'd he will tax it for me and drive it round, then see what age problems it brings to the party lol



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