{"product_id":"high-quality-delrin-shift-rod-bushing","title":"Washburn's Snap-Lock Delrin Shift Bushing | Air-Cooled VW Type 1\/2\/3, Ghia \u0026 Thing | Virgin Delrin (CH01)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"The Original\" Washburn's Delrin Performance Shift Rod Bushing (Model #CH01)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop settling for the vague, \"mushy\" shifting of factory-style rubber or cheap aftermarket plastic bushings. Designed and torture-tested by \u003cb\u003eWashburn's Metal\u003c\/b\u003e, our \u003cb\u003ePerformance Shift Rod Bushing\u003c\/b\u003e is the ultimate upgrade for your VW's shift linkage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCNC-machined in the USA from \u003cb\u003eVirgin Delrin® Homopolymer\u003c\/b\u003e, this bushing is engineered for maximum rigidity and a lifetime of service. With a tensile strength of \u003cb\u003e11,000 PSI\u003c\/b\u003e and a compressive modulus of \u003cb\u003e450,000 PSI\u003c\/b\u003e, it provides a crisp, bolt-action shift feel that standard bushings simply can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBeetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1960–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKarmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1960–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBus (Type 2):\u003c\/b\u003e 1950–1966\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 1962–1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Thing:\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Washburn's Metal?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bushing is a \u003cb\u003eWashburn's Original\u003c\/b\u003e, designed and torture-tested in-house and backed by our guarantee: if you aren't 100% happy with the shift quality, we'll give you your money back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuperior material:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike standard nylon or recycled plastics, our Virgin Delrin® won't degrade, swell, or soften over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntegrated Snap-Lock design:\u003c\/b\u003e No retainer clips or safety wire required—just position the bushing and snap it into the hanger. Once you hear the \"click,\" it's locked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEasy serviceability:\u003c\/b\u003e Use 90-degree pliers to compress the tabs and it pops right out of the hanger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal fit:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits all serviceable shift rod hangers, including original OEM German hangers and high-quality aftermarket replacements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Virgin Delrin® Homopolymer, CNC-machined in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTensile Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e 11,000 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive Modulus:\u003c\/b\u003e 450,000 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Lubrication:\u003c\/b\u003e Dry graphite lube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e CH01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Delrin bushing only (steel mounting bracket shown in photos is for demonstration and is not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill this fit my year Bug?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — fits all Beetles 1960–1979, including swing-axle and IRS models. Works with the original German shift rod hanger and quality aftermarket hangers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow is this different from rubber or nylon bushings?\u003c\/b\u003e Rubber bushings compress and tear; nylon swells with heat. Virgin Delrin® stays dimensionally stable for the life of the part — your shifter feels the same in year 10 as it does on day one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need any other parts to install it?\u003c\/b\u003e No. The Snap-Lock design eliminates retainer clips and safety wire. We recommend a touch of dry graphite lube — that's it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat if my shift rod hanger is worn out?\u003c\/b\u003e If the hanger is distorted, the bushing won't snap tight. Replace the hanger first — we sell quality replacement hangers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes this work on a Manx or kit car?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, as long as it uses a standard VW shift rod hanger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/transaxle-components\"\u003eTransaxle Components\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/washburn-originals\"\u003eWashburn's Signature Series\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41193885040755,"sku":"#CH01","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/20250904_173553A.jpg?v=1757552791","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/high-quality-delrin-shift-rod-bushing","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}