I recently bought a 1982 Volkswagen Westfalia needing some mechanical repairs. In particular, the westfalia is unable to use the reverse gear. I have to push down (as if using reverse) even to access 1st gear. I don't know if the issue is in the transmission or due to linkage. Does anyone have some advice as to how to diagnose the shifting issue. If it's a transaxle, It was suggested to upgrade to the newer 83+ transaxle and linkage. I would like to work with the current transaxle if possible but have to keep an open mind.
Ryan