Transmission linkage bushing

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by Tim McNamara, Jul 27, 2006.

  1. Tim McNamara

    Tim McNamara Guest

    I posted a few days ago about my rattling shift lever on my 1990 240.
    The suggestion was that a rubber bushing in the linkage disintegrated,
    which is exactly what happened. Now I need to replace it. It doesn't
    look to be high-tech.

    Is this a commonly available part (e.g., any rubber bushing of the right
    size and not restricted to make or model, get 'em at any hardware or
    auto parts store) or does the replacement have to be a specific part?

    Thanks!
     
    Tim McNamara, Jul 27, 2006
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  2. Tim McNamara

    Perry Noid Guest

    when I replaced the bushings on mine, I just bought them at a local autopart
    store that specializes in imported cars. They were cheap, and he had them on
    hand. After seeing them and installing them, I was impressed that they
    probably could have been replaced by something more generic, although it
    might not have been as long-lasting as I suppose these are (at least, I hope
    they are!). I'd say to bite the bullet and buy the proper bushings. As I
    recall, they were around $5, and I don't expect to ever have to replace them
    again, so it's worth it! Made shifting SO much better!!!
     
    Perry Noid, Jul 28, 2006
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  3. Tim McNamara

    Tim McNamara Guest

    Thanks. As I hunted around last night on the Internet, prices ranged
    from $0.79 to $2.79. The question will be if local auto parts shops
    have them- I have had poor luck finding parts for my 240 locally.
    Anybody know a good source in the Minneapolis area for Volvo 240 parts?
     
    Tim McNamara, Jul 28, 2006
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