{"product_id":"vw-bus-shift-rod-bushing-rebuild-kit-1954-1979-bay-split-98-7096-b","title":"VW Bus Shift Rod Bushing Kit — Stock Shifter Rebuild: Bushing, Guide \u0026 Clip | Type 2 Bus 1954–1979 (98-7096-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Bus Shift Rod Bushing Kit – Stock Shifter Rebuild (EMPI 98-7096-B)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf the shifter flops around and you’re stirring for a gear before it finally catches, a worn shift rod bushing is almost always the culprit. On a Type 2 Bus the shift rod runs nearly the length of the chassis, so one collapsed bushing turns every gear change into a guessing game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis EMPI kit (part \u003cb\u003e98-7096-B\u003c\/b\u003e) replaces the exact wear parts that cause that slop and puts the crisp, mechanical feel back in your shifter — the same job the factory bushing did when the Bus rolled off the line. It is a direct fit to the factory-diameter Bus shift rod with no modification needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 2 Transporter (Bus):\u003c\/b\u003e 1954–1979, both Split Window (1954–1967) and Bay Window (1968–1979)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNot confirmed — verify first:\u003c\/b\u003e The Vanagon (1980-up) uses a different shift linkage and EMPI lists this kit as Bus-only; message us before ordering if you are on a Vanagon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEMPI supplies the complete stock rebuild — bushing, steel guide bracket, and clip — in one kit, matching the factory wear parts so you restore original shift feel without piecing components together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKills the sloppy, vague shifter:\u003c\/b\u003e Replaces the collapsed or missing rod bushing that causes the play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete stock rebuild in one kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Shift rod bushing, stamped-steel shift guide bracket, and retaining clip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe right first step:\u003c\/b\u003e Do this before adding a quick-shift or performance shifter; a new shifter on a worn rod still feels loose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect fit:\u003c\/b\u003e Matches the factory-diameter Bus shift rod — no modification needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart number:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 98-7096-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInterchange \/ OE reference:\u003c\/b\u003e 211-798-200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924375381\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/b\u003e Shift rod bushing, metal shift guide bracket, retaining clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as:\u003c\/b\u003e Each (one complete kit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBoxed dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 4 x 4 x 2 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping weight:\u003c\/b\u003e ~0.44 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes this fit my 1967 (or 1972) VW Bus?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — it fits every Type 2 Bus from 1954 through 1979, Split and Bay Window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat’s the part number?\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 98-7096-B (VW reference 211-798-200).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it cure my sloppy shifter?\u003c\/b\u003e If the play is at the shift rod bushing, yes — this is the exact wear part that causes it. If the coupler at the nose of the transmission is also worn, plan to replace that too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it fit a Vanagon?\u003c\/b\u003e No — this is the Bus (Type 2) kit. Vanagon uses different linkage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow does it ship?\u003c\/b\u003e Standard ground or air — no hazmat restriction. Ships from our shop in Orange, CA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-bus\"\u003eVW Bus\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/transaxle-components\"\u003eTransaxle Components\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚠ WARNING (California Prop 65): This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44920285036659,"sku":"98-7096-B","price":30.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/98-7096-B-500x207.jpg?v=1777860211","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/vw-bus-shift-rod-bushing-rebuild-kit-1954-1979-bay-split-98-7096-b","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}