SHIFT RODS & ACCESSORIES

Whether you are performing a ground-up restoration on a 1960s Beetle or fabricating a custom long-travel sand rail, we have the linkage components you need. We stock standard-length rods for Type 1 and Type 2 applications, as well as universal and adjustable rods that are essential for custom tube-chassis projects where standard Volkswagen dimensions don't apply.

Our Shift Rod Selection Features:

• Stock Replacement Rods: Precisely manufactured to OEM specifications for the Beetle, Karmann Ghia, and Bus, ensuring a perfect fit inside the tunnel.

• Custom & Off-Road Lengths: Ideal for sand rails and dune buggies where engine and transaxle placement requires a specialized linkage distance.

• Heavy-Duty Construction: Built from high-grade steel to resist flexing, ensuring that every ounce of movement at the shifter is translated directly to the transmission.

• Compatibility with Bushings & Couplers: Designed to interface perfectly with standard shift rod bushings and rear couplers for a smooth, rattle-free experience.

• Direct Fitment: Available for various year ranges and models to accommodate early and late-style shift linkage configurations.

Don’t let a compromised linkage leave you searching for gears. Upgrade to a straight, solid shift rod and feel the difference in every shift. Shop the collection at Appletree Auto today and take advantage of Free Shipping on all orders over $75!