Does the kit include *every* part of the shift linkage?
No, it does not. I’ve chosen to include the parts of the linkage that I feel are under designed or lacking features. Parts I don’t include are those that the stock VW part is fine, for example the lever on the A1 relay shaft (black rubber part). If its worn, get a new one from VW. On the A2/A3 linkage, I now make a replacement for the ORANGE shift rod bearing on the main shift rod. If this needs replacing, an A2/A3 bushing replacement kit should cost under US$10 and includes this part. Or you can purchase the upgraded shift rod bearing for the A1/A2/A3 linkages in a choice of materials.