{"product_id":"vw-clutch-cable-job-kit-tunnel-access-delrin-shift-bushing","title":"Clutch Cable Job Kit: Forward + Center Tunnel Access + Delrin Shift Bushing | VW Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 \u0026 Thing | Save $35 (JOB-01)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eClutch Cable Job Kit — Cut The Tunnel Once, Never Fight It Again\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing a clutch cable on an air-cooled VW is one of the most cursed jobs on the car, because the cable runs through a sealed tube inside the tunnel with no access. When the cable snaps, or the tube is packed with fifty years of rust and grease, you are fishing blind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you're already committed to cutting the tunnel, \u003cb\u003ethe second opening costs about twenty extra minutes and saves you the whole job next time.\u003c\/b\u003e And since the tunnel is open and the shift rod is sitting right there looking at you, the bushing goes in while you can actually see what you're doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo it once. Bolt the covers on. Walk away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eForward Flush Tunnel Cover Kit (CH27)\u003c\/b\u003e — weld-in threaded frame, bolt-on flush cover, stainless button-head hardware. Gets you at the forward cable tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlush-Mount Center Tunnel Access Plate Kit (CH28)\u003c\/b\u003e — weld-in flush plate at the center tunnel location. Gets you at the shift rod coupler and the middle of the cable run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSnap-Lock Delrin Shift Bushing (CH01)\u003c\/b\u003e — CNC-machined virgin Delrin®, cut on-size, snaps in without clips or safety wire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComponent price if bought separately: $210. Kit price: $175.\u003c\/b\u003e That also beats buying the Full Tunnel Access Bundle plus the bushing separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBeetle (Type 1):\u003c\/b\u003e 1949–1979 Standard \u0026amp; Super (CH01 fits 1960–79)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKarmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1956–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 1961–1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Thing:\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChassis:\u003c\/b\u003e Swing-axle and IRS Type 1 pans; buggies and custom builds on a standard VW pan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eBefore You Start\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tunnel is a structural member and it carries the fuel line, the clutch cable tube, handbrake cables and often wiring and brake lines. Know what is in there before a cutting wheel goes in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect the battery. On a Beetle it sits under the right side of the rear seat, close to where you'll be working.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a fire extinguisher within arm's reach. You are welding on a car with a fuel line in it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use chlorinated brake cleaner anywhere near where you will weld.\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\u003eDo I need both openings?\u003c\/b\u003e Not strictly — either one alone makes cable service far easier. But if the pan is apart and the interior is out, doing both is the cheapest time you will ever spend on this job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes this require welding?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. Both plates are weld-in. If you don't weld, look at the bolt-on CH29 instead and buy the bushing separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill the covers sit flush under carpet?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — both are flush designs that sit level with the tunnel floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo they come coated?\u003c\/b\u003e No — bare laser-cut steel. Paint, powder coat or seam seal to match your build.\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\/washburn-originals\"\u003eThe Washburn's Metal Signature Series\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bundles-kits\"\u003eBundles \u0026amp; Kits\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chassis-1\"\u003eStructural Chassis \u0026amp; Fabrication\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vw-bolt-on-tunnel-access-plate-kit-no-welding-beetle-ghia-type-3-thing\"\u003eNo welder? Bolt-on version here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚠️ WARNING (California Prop 65):\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45368481710195,"sku":"JOB-01","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/IMG-4916.jpg?v=1774685280","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/vw-clutch-cable-job-kit-tunnel-access-delrin-shift-bushing","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}