{"product_id":"volkswagen-shifter-mounting-box-linkage-torsion-raise-street-off-road","title":"Shifter Mounting Box w\/ Bearing \u0026 Linkage | VW Beetle \u0026 Bus | Street\/Off-Road\/Torsion Raise (#CH35)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavy-Duty VW Shifter Mounting Box with Bearing-Supported Shaft \u0026amp; Linkage (#CH35)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eWashburn's Metal shifter mounting box\u003c\/b\u003e is a heavy-duty replacement for the factory shifter box used on VW Beetle, Bus, and other Type 1 \/ Type 2 applications. It uses a \u003cb\u003ebearing-supported shaft\u003c\/b\u003e and a \u003cb\u003etapered, slotted engagement cup\u003c\/b\u003e for crisp, positive, repeatable shifter feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic VW shifters pivot at a small box on the chassis tunnel. Over time the factory bushings wear, letting the shifter develop lateral and vertical play — the famously vague feel where you stir around looking for the gate and hunt for reverse. This box eliminates that play and gives you a rigid, precise mounting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Standard):\u003c\/b\u003e All years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Bus \/ Transporter (Type 2):\u003c\/b\u003e All years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOff-road builds, dune buggies, Manx, sand rails:\u003c\/b\u003e Using stock-pattern VW shifter location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTorsion-raise \/ lifted suspension applications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Washburn's Metal?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for street, off-road, and torsion-raise use where the factory box's tolerances and durability fall short, our box gives torsion-raise and shortened-pan builds a proper, rigid mounting point that doesn't add new sloppiness on top of whatever you're fixing.\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\u003eBearing-supported shaft:\u003c\/b\u003e Crisp, repeatable shifter feel that doesn't wear into slop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTapered, slotted engagement cup:\u003c\/b\u003e Positive shifter location for confident gear selection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Works with any standard VW shifter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilt for hard use:\u003c\/b\u003e Rigid mounting for street, off-road, and torsion-raise builds.\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\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Steel box with bearing-supported shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEngagement:\u003c\/b\u003e Tapered, slotted cup for positive shifter location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 3-1\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Works with any standard VW shifter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e Street, off-road, torsion raise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e #CH35\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Washburn's Metal\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 fix my sloppy shifter?\u003c\/b\u003e A worn factory shifter box is one of the top three causes of sloppy VW shifter feel (along with a worn shift coupler and worn shift rod bushing). Replacing the box addresses one of those three; for a complete rebuild, plan to address the coupler and bushing as well — our #CH01 Delrin shift bushing is the recommended upgrade there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it use the factory mounting location?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. The box mounts at the factory shifter location on the chassis, bolting or welding in place depending on your specific chassis and build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan I use my existing shifter handle?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. It works with any standard VW shifter — factory, aftermarket, or short-throw — via the standard VW shifter shaft interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat's a \"torsion raise\" application?\u003c\/b\u003e A torsion raise rotates the VW front and rear torsion housings to lift the car. This changes shifter angle and location, and many torsion-raise builds need a different shifter mounting solution than stock. This box handles those geometry changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it work on a Manx or shortened-pan buggy?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, with appropriate mounting. The box itself works; you'll need to position it correctly for your shortened chassis. For Manx applications, see also our shortened shift rods (#CH20A\/B\/C depending on donor year).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs the bearing serviceable?\u003c\/b\u003e The bearing is sealed for the life of the box. No periodic maintenance required.\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\u003eSharpen up your driveline: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e, plus parts for the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-bus\"\u003eVW Bus\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42124257853555,"sku":"#CH35","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/20240725_175849A.jpg?v=1722153878","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/volkswagen-shifter-mounting-box-linkage-torsion-raise-street-off-road","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}