42dd shifter cable bushings

**jasonc23** · 05-06-2010, 12:33 PM

I purchased a set of these 42 Draft Designs shifter bushings and managed to fit the front/back endlink without any trouble. Shift feel is pretty awesome combined with the verdict motorsport bushings I have already.

But I'm having trouble removing the side/side endlink off of the black plastic pin holding it in place. It doesn't have the metal retaining clip like the front/back endlink; instead it's held on by a little raised plastic part on the pin which I've tried to push down with pliers which doesn't work. Can anyone help me?

Cheers

EDIT: Never mind guys, didn't read the part on how VW introduced the plastic bracket for the side/side linkage. I need to drill...

**Eddy** · 05-06-2010, 05:57 PM

Hoyhoy.

Me is interested in these, so which kit did you get, I'm assuming the Mk4 one.

**jasonc23** · 05-06-2010, 06:18 PM

Yeah I did get the Mk4 ones, the front/back bushing fits perfectly but the side/side bushing needs a bit of work as the side/side bracket is plastic and the bushing can't be removed without damaging the pin (I didn't end up putting it in).

If you have a read of the site and scroll down to the Mk5 5 speed, they talk about this annoying plastic bracket and how you can make it work.

**insanekiwi** · 11-06-2010, 08:33 PM

Quite keen too. Mine is 05/06 version, wondering if I should be ordering MKIV one. Both round bushings? Verdict is already in, I could do with more positive throws!!
How much was the shipping?

**jasonc23** · 11-06-2010, 08:56 PM

About ten bucks if my memory serves me correct....

Both are round bushings, I'm pretty certain the Mk4 ones fit perfectly, the only problem being the plastic side/side bracket on my car (which may or may not be on yours) that prevents me getting out the side/side bushing.

I'm gonna take some photos this weekend of the bracket and email it to them and see what they say.

**insanekiwi** · 12-06-2010, 04:50 AM

I can see this would add extra to verdict bushings. One question is though, would the Forge shifter fit!!!?? some are saying that it would definitely fit... and that would make a huge difference on top of these... my Forge distributor is sure, and is willing to do a trial fit, but I would rather know for sure before I go there to waste my and their time.

**Desmo** · 20-06-2010, 08:10 PM

Originally Posted by jasonc23

I purchased a set of these 42 Draft Designs shifter bushings and managed to fit the front/back endlink without any trouble. Shift feel is pretty awesome combined with the verdict motorsport bushings I have already.

But I'm having trouble removing the side/side endlink off of the black plastic pin holding it in place. It doesn't have the metal retaining clip like the front/back endlink; instead it's held on by a little raised plastic part on the pin which I've tried to push down with pliers which doesn't work. Can anyone help me?

Cheers

EDIT: Never mind guys, didn't read the part on how VW introduced the plastic bracket for the side/side linkage. I need to drill...

Guys I just installed both the Verdict and the 42dd bushes, and the good news for those installing the 42dd bushes and have an early build (Oct05 - May06) that has the HWY gearbox, you can easily install both the front/back AND the side to side bushes.

The early HWY gearbox has the advantage that both the end clips are metal and are easily removed.

Can't say it took me 1/2 an hour to install, both lots of bushes are are relatively easy, but removing the strut brace, intake pipe and air cleaner is such a pain.

Shift feel is firmer and more precise, though we are talking degrees here. A cheap upgrade and recommended for those who see the track, or like just want better feel.

Jas.